New publication gathers best practices of the Netherlands and Denmark, to help NGOs promote safer cycling in Europe A technical guide, funded by FedEx Express, provides open-source resource for organisations looking to encourage cycling and improve road safety 14 January, 2020: FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp., the Global Alliance of NGOs for Road […]
In 2018, the Alliance’s Africa Chapter was launched to connect Alliance members in Africa more closely, build momentum and strengthen the road safety NGO community. A strategic plan is now ready, thanks to the ongoing input of our members in Africa and particularly the editorial group of members that drafted the plan. We are excited […]
In the lead up to the 2nd World Youth Assembly for Road Safety in Sweden 2020, Alliance member Youth for Road Safety (YOURS), and their Global Youth Task force of advocates are hosting consultations with young people around the world to talk about road safety and empower them to develop solutions to some of the […]
2019 has been a productive year for the Alliance and its members. Here are some of the highlights: 6th Global Meeting of Nongovernmental Organizations Advocating for Road Safety 270 participants including NGOs and road safety professionals from 76 countries around the world came together in April for the 6th Global Meeting. Highlights included workshops, training, the […]
Alliance member Stop Accidentes in Spain is committed to boosting the culture of road safety, advocating for road safety as a collective responsibility, and improving the safety of the most vulnerable groups, such as children and the elderly. Studies have shown a significant proportion of road deaths occur on rural roads, yet road safety interventions […]
Alliance member Les Ambassadeurs de la Securite Routiere (ASR), Tunisia, has worked since 2013 to raise awareness and fight against road insecurity, as well as educate children and young people about road safety to ensure a safer future for all. The organization has used the #CommitToAct campaign, in preparation for the 3rd Global Ministerial Conference […]
Life is difficult in Haiti. 80% of the population live in poverty and infrastructure is poor. With so many needs, it is hard to get road safety on the political agenda. Crime, hunger, displaced citizens living in temporary camps, economic and political unstability are all issues that are undeniably urgent. In this political context, it was therefore a significant […]
In 2016, road traffic incidents resulted in around 1,879 deaths in Cameroon, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). On Monday 9 December 2019, Alliance member Securoute, Cameroon, hosted a Round the World Roundtable at the National Assembly in Cameroon. The purpose of the event was to secure commitments from the Ministries of Transport, Public […]
The 2019 Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards were announced on Tuesday 10 December at its Annual Awards Luncheon Ceremony held at The Savoy Hotel in London. The awards were presented by the Prince himself, His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent. More than 300 of the world’s leading road safety professionals attended the awards […]
In August 2019, strict new road safety laws and penalties have been applied in India through the passing of the Motor Vehicle Amendment) Act. Once a law has been passed at national level it becomes the responsibility of the States to implement it. In Gujarat, it was therefore a surprising move when the State government announced […]
Greece, South Africa, Iran, and the Philippines have become the first four countries with more than 1000 People’s Declaration signatures. Congratulations to South Africans Against Drunk Driving (SADD) in South Africa; Efthita Rhodes, Road Safety Institute (R.S.I.) “Panos Mylonas”, You Are What U Do – Kostas Kouvidis, and Make Roads Safe Hellas in Greece: Road Safety […]
Alliance member Asociacion Madres del Dolor, Argentina, has worked for many years for the rights of road victims and their families, advocating for stronger support and stronger justice, and to prevent road crashes through advocacy with the government to improve policy and enforcement. It has used the #CommitToAct campaign to run several roundtables to gain […]
The Alliance is excited to welcome two new members who joined us recently: Myanmar Organization for Road Safety (MORS) was established in 2016 to raise awareness of road safety and save the lives of school children. It provides training to road users about the importance of wearing a helmet, wearing a seat belt, sticking to speed […]
According to the Global Status Report on Road Safety 2018, road traffic injury is the leading cause of death for young people aged 5–19 around the world. Thousands of children are killed or seriously injured each day, often on their way to or from school. For this reason, it is crucial that road safety is […]
Children are the most vulnerable road users in Benin, with thousands suffering from death or injury each year on their way to or from school. On 31 October 2019, Alliance member ONG ALINAGNON hosted a Round the World Roundtable in Cotonou, Benin, to discuss the improvement of road safety around schools. The roundtable was organised […]
According to WHO, pedestrians, motorcyclists, and cyclists are the most vulnerable road users. In the Philippines, 27.7 million children walk or use other forms of transport to commute to school each day. In 2017 alone, around 600 children aged 0-14 died as a result of road traffic crashes in the country. Children in the Philippines […]
In honor of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, Filipino singer and composer, Monica Fernandez together with Eugene Montenero, a well-known Swiss-Italian composer, have released an original song titled “Save More Lives”. Working with Alliance member Project C.A.R.E.S. (Community Activities Reaching to Everyone through Services) Inc., the song is dedicated to road […]
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is an important occasion to remember those who have been killed or seriously injured in road traffic crashes, along with those who are grieving lost ones. It is often also a catalyst for advocacy to stop more of these devastating, preventable tragedies. Swatantrata Abhiyan Nepal (SAN)’s World […]
The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is held on the third Sunday of November each year. It is a day to remember those killed on the world’s roads, their families, and friends, to thank the emergency services and reflect on the tremendous burden of road crashes. Around the world, individuals, NGOs, and other […]
On Sunday 27 October 2019, Nirapad Sarak Chai (We Demand Safe Road) hosted a Round the World Roundtable in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Last year in Dhaka, an unlicensed bus driver was speeding in a race against another bus and drove into a bus stop, killing two high school students and injuring 12 others. The tragic incident […]
