A peer-led education model that puts research-backed resources directly into the hands of teenagers – and rewards schools financially for participation – sits at the heart of the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s (TTI) Youth Transportation Safety (YTS) Program, according to Stacey Tisdale, assistant manager of the YTS Programme.
Speaking in a clip from Episode 111 of the Thinking Transportation podcast, Tisdale outlines the dual foundations of the approach: harnessing the natural dynamics of peer influence among teenagers, and equipping those peers with high-quality, interactive teaching tools.
For a deeper dive into the subject area, along with further insight from Lisa Minjares-Kyle, manager of the TTI Youth Transportation Safety Program, listen to the whole episode at the Thinking Transportation podcast homepage, or on your favourite streaming service.
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Guest info
Lisa Minjares‑Kyle, M.S., RSP1, manages TTI’s Youth Transportation Safety Program. With 16+ years in traffic safety, she leads research and outreach focused on young driver safety, application of health prevention frameworks and Traffic Safety Culture. She loves teaching others by simplifying complex ideas into straightforward concepts that youth can understand and apply within their own lives and communities. Lisa is a Certified Road Safety Professional and Peer Program Educator and holds degrees from Texas A&M University and Clemson University in health education and traffic safety administration.
Stacey Tisdale, PMP, is the assistant manager for TTI’s Youth Transportation Safety Program. With over 15 years of traffic safety expertise, she serves as principal investigator for multiple projects, leading innovative peer-to-peer education initiatives. Stacey excels in translating data and safety messaging into impactful digital assets, activities, and program strategies. With a master’s in communication and business, she is also a Certified Peer Program Professional. Her background in communication, web development, and design strengthens her ability to advance youth-focused transportation safety efforts.
