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Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards - Nominations
17 May 2022 – Recognising outstanding achievement and innovation since 1987 Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards have given public recognition to those who have improved road safety world-wide.
School streets: putting children and the planet first
2 May 2022 – ‘School streets’ schemes have increased five-fold in less than four years and deliver low-cost interventions for cleaner, safer journeys to schools world-wide, according to new global analysis by the Child Health Initiative’s Global Advocacy Hub.
Fitness to Drive launched as The Road Safety Trust 2022 Main Theme Grants Programme
28 April 2022 – ‘Fitness to Drive’ launched as the main theme for September 2022. Grants are available for the research and development of innovative practical road safety interventions.
Motorcycle Industry Launches Elite Rider Training Initiative
27 April 2022 – The Elite Rider Programme, aims to increase the number of riders undertaking post-test training, and to encourage riders to be considerate toward other road users and the environment.
Let's Talk Fleet Risk Podcast
26 April 2022 – Overcoming the hurdles to good driver safety management' featuring a conversation with John Andersen, National Logistics Director for Tarmac.
The National Road Safety Partnership Program website updated
26 April 2022 – The Knowledge Centre is of great value and well-worth a visit.
Technology for the Safe System - New Webinar Series
26 April 2022 – We are aiming to lift the lid on technologies that sometimes appear to be shrouded in mystery, described as black boxes or referred to with confusing acronyms. This series will bring together professionals from across the whole sector to see just how the latest generation of telecomms, sensors and analytics will allow us to collaborate to enhance the Safe System like never before.
New Rider Hub launched
25 April 2022 – A one-stop-shop for new and young powered two-wheeler (PTW) riders launched, in an effort to help them safely navigate life on the road.
Driving for Better Business Portal and Personalised Dashboard launched
21 April 2022 – Portal and personalised Dashboard allow businesses to track progress through the 7 Steps to Better Driver Management
iRAP 2021 Report
21 April 2022 – The 2021 Digital Annual Report showcases the work of our more than 20,000 partners in 107 countries
The UN Road Safety Fund Call for Proposals 2022
21 April 2022 – The Fund will disburse USD 4 million to approved projects aimed at reducing road traffic fatalities and injuries that are implemented in low- and middle-income countries
The Leading Cause of Death in Children and Youths is Now Guns
21 April 2022 – Until recently, motor vehicle accidents were the number one cause of accidental death in these age groups. But in recent years, gun-related injuries surpassed motor vehicle accidents as the most common cause of death in youths and children