Decade of Action creates a global movement! Launch activities…

Decade of Action creates a global movement! Launch activities…

by | Nov 10, 2023 | News & Blog

YOURS is proud to highlight launch activities around the world for the Decade of Action for Road Safety. We start with the illumination of global monuments around the world. On 11th May 2011, hundreds of well-known man-made wonders of the world were lit up with a projection of the Decade Tag.

Around the world, hundreds of national governments, non-governmental organizations, charities and road safety organizations came to together to celebrate the launch of the Decade of Action for Road Safety. YOURS will be featured the number launch activities as pictures, reports and news stories are being featured around the web.

We start our feature on the global monument light up. The pictures can be found on the official Decade of Action Facebook page.

YOURS second feature will focus on dignitaries and youth NGOs that launched the Decade of Action. There a lots of great pictures and reports. If you wish to send us your images, email our Communcations Officer: Manpreet Darroch at manpreet@youthforroadsafety.org You can also check out YOURS’ own Decade of Action launch here as well as our video and photo gallery featured on this page..Stay tuned!

Road Safety Course for Post Graduates. Opportunity for road safety enthusiasts.

Road Safety Course for Post Graduates. Opportunity for road safety enthusiasts.

by | Nov 10, 2023 | News & Blog

Delft University of Technology (NL) and the Foundation Road Safety for All are preparing an International Road Safety Educational Program. This initiative intends to strongly support the United Nations Decade of Action for Road safety 2011 – 2020.   

In the past 30 years The Netherlands developed a leading position in the road safety field. Our present program builds on that experience and intends to help LMIC’s in developing their own road safety capacity.

Their philosophy is quite simple: they intend to support the development of educational programs in the LMIC’s, i.e. both at universities and for practitioners. Therefore our program is based on a Train the Trainers approach. The first step will be a post graduate course in the Netherlands for road safety professionals from LMIC´s.

Delft University of Technology with Professor Fred Wegman takes the lead of the program. Road Safety for All and Delft Post Graduate Education support the development.

The educational program to be developed contains three components: 

Postgraduate course on road safety
The Program for Practical trainings (level 3) supports educational institutions and training centres to provide short courses to local professionals, involving practical handbooks and guidelines about infrastructure engineering and education and enforcement programs.


The postgraduate course intends to train the trainers and to support professionals in developing their road safety organization, designing road safety plans and developing educational programs at universities and for practical training. 

Graduate courses for master students
The program for graduate students helps universities to develop and design courses for master programs. Road safety curricula will be developed to support the development of strong programs at local universities

Practical training courses for professionals

The postgraduate course, as described in this paper, will be given bi-annually and will start in 2011, at the beginning of the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2011 – 2020.

You can find out more information about the course here.

The 11th Edition Michelin Challenge Bibendum the global summit

The 11th Edition Michelin Challenge Bibendum the global summit

by | Nov 10, 2023 | News & Blog

The 11th edition of Michelin Challenge Bibendum was recently concluded in Berlin, held from May 18 to 22. Promoting the overall theme of cleaner, safer, more connected mobility, the event was yet another example of Michelin Group’s commitment to sustainable and safer road mobility.

The purpose of the Michelin Challenge Bibendum 2011 is to bring together a broad array of stakeholders – from car lovers to decision makers – while also involving the general public, with the goal of making the sustainable mobility of the future more widely accessible.

Flagged off by Michel Rollier, Managing General Partner, Michelin Group, the 5-day event was dedicated to the recently signed Global Road Safety Commitment by Michelin to support the Decade of Action for Road Safety, 2011-2020, which is actively promoted by the United Nations.

Speaking on the occasion Michel Rollier, Managing Partner of the Michelin Group said, “The spirit that guides the Michelin Challenge Bibendum is to show that the automobile’s capacity for improvement is alive and well and that road transport has a bright future serving society’s needs. We can and must reduce the gap between the scope of the challenges we face – which include energy, environmental and safety issues, as well as universal access to efficient mobility solutions – and the slow pace of decision-making processes around the world. Innovation and its organized deployment require close coordination between the public and private sectors. Let’s look to the future without fear, keeping a totally open mind with regard to all both local and global solutions. What’s truly important is not to put off making the tough choices required for everyone’s well-being. We’re counting on the experts’ discussions and the events in Berlin to help us take an additional step toward ensuring sustainable road mobility that is cleaner, safer and connected.”

Michelin Challenge Bibendum is the global summit for sustainable mobility. It’s the world’s only event that brings together car and truck makers, academics, equipment manufacturers, energy suppliers, research institutes, public authorities and nongovernmental organizations to forge a shared vision of tomorrow’s safer, cleaner transportation.

Speaking at the event, Prashant Prabhu, President, Michelin Group AIM (Asia, India and the Middle East region), said “Highlighting the theme of Safer,Cleaner, and Connected, the 11th edition of Challenge Bibendum has been able to bring together like-minded individuals who are concerned about sustainable mobility.  Michelin Challenge Bibendum is charting the way towards mobility that is more fuel-efficient, cleaner, and safer. He also added, “In a country like India, which is growing rapidly, the issues of climate change, energy security, local pollution, road safety and urban congestion are critical considerations for sustainable growth. By tapping global experiences and best practices, India has an opportunity to progress more rapidly by leapfrogging technologies, allowing the country to design and adopt a mobility plan best suited to its needs. To drive a radical shift to new technologies and new ways of looking at mobility, a real spirit of change is required.  It is often best exemplified in emerging economies and India is no exception to the same.”

Commenting on Michelin’s plan for growth in India, Mr. Prabhu said, “Michelin is committed to strengthening its presence in India as it augments Michelin’s capability to cater to the huge customer base in the country with its world-class, best engineered quality products.”

Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety: Application Call

Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety: Application Call

by | Nov 10, 2023 | News & Blog

The Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety, set up in the name of Mr Nelson Mandela’s young grandaughter who passed away in a trafic road crash, is calling for applications for its scholarship. The applications are open for young South African young people who have illustrated leadership in road safety.

 

As a key part of the Scholarship Programme and to contribute to the objectives of the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety, the Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety has been launched.

About the Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety

The Scholarship is an initiative which contributes to the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2011-2020. The Decade itself has been agreed by the UN General Assembly and aims to ‘stabilize and reduce’ the growing number of road fatalities and injuries around the world. Road crashes are already the number one killer of young people aged over 10 worldwide. The Commission for Global Road Safety is calling for a focus on the protection of children and young people.

Visit www.decadeofaction.org and www.makeroadssafe.org

The Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety has been established as a fitting tribute to a young girl who clearly embodied a love of learning, and who relished the opportunities which her education was giving her. It would reflect the ethos and values of the Mandela family and Nelson Mandela Foundation in helping young people make a difference to their own communities and society as a whole.

It has been set up to inspire the young leaders of South Africa to join a global movement as represented by the UN Decade of Action, which aims to save millions of lives over the next 10 years. The purpose of the Scholarship would be to offer young South Africans the opportunity to learn with and from other talented professionals from around the world with the common aim of improving road safety for communities in their home countries.

On an annual basis between 12-14 Scholars from around the world take part in the FIA Foundation Scholarship programme. This initiative helps to build capacity and leadership in road safety particularly in developing and emerging economies. The Zenani Mandela Scholarship would exclusively support a candidate from South Africa, to help develop their expertise in all key aspects of road safety management and policy making.

The Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety is a joint initiative of the FIA Foundation, Nelson Mandela Foundation and the Department of Transport, Republic of South Africa.

www.fiafoundation.org
www.nelsonmandela.org
www.transport.gov.za

As part of the FIA Foundation Scholarship Programme, the Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety will be held in London, UK from 3-15 July 2011.

Final call for applications

Applications for the Zenani Mandela Scholarship for Road Safety have been received since the initiative was launched in London on 12 April 2011.

Deadline:
The final deadline for applications is 17.00 on 3 June 2011.

Interviews will be held on 8 June. Telephone interviews may apply.

Applications are open to South African nationals who are working to improve road safety in South Africa. Criteria for applications, in line with the wider FIA Foundation Road Safety Scholarship Programme are outlined below.

 

2011 Road Safety Scholarship Programme, selection criteria

The FIA Foundation Road Safety Scholarship Programme brings together talented young professionals from around the globe for a two-week intensive course on road safety policy and promotion in July each year. The key objectives of the Scholarship are to:

  • Recruit outstanding individuals who will make a future impact on road safety in their countries;
  • Develop their understanding of the management of road safety and equip them with strategies for promoting safer roads, safer vehicles and safer road user behaviour; 
  • Build an international network of young professionals committed to road safety.

The Road Safety Scholarship Programme is aimed at individuals currently working to make roads safe in their countries. The course is based primarily in London, with visits to specialist facilities and local road safety authorities. The programme includes:

  • An introduction to the ‘Systems Approach’ to Road Safety Management
  • An overview of the role of international organisations in promoting and regulating road safety
  • Visits demonstrating safe road design and local authority partnership programmes. 
  • Information on vehicle safety standards, driver training and education
  • Seminars with the Road Police exploring issues of enforcement, data collection and training
  • An introduction to the UK Department for Transport’s policy development and campaigns
  • Sessions on sustaining political support and effective campaigning on road safety issues
  • A group exercise on devising and implementing a national road safety strategy.

The course is guided by Kate McMahon, former Head of Road Safety Research in the UK Department for Transport, with the participation of FIA Foundation staff and other experts.

Road Safety Scholars must be agents of change – people able to make a substantial impact on the development of road safety in their countries. The FIA Foundation selects participants following receipt of applications, and decisions by the Foundation are final. Successful candidates may come from a variety of backgrounds, including motoring organisations, central or local government, economic development, campaigning organisations or the NGO sector. Other criteria for suitability are:  

  • A demonstrable commitment to improving road safety: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a track record of activity and a passion to promote safer roads.
  • The ability to implement change in their countries: Successful candidates must be able to influence the development of public policy on road safety.
  • English language proficiency: The course is conducted in English, so proficiency is essential.
  • Experience: Candidates should have work experience in a relevant field, and MUST be in relevant employment at the time of application. 
  • Clear vision and motivation: They must have a clear vision of the need to improve road safety in their countries and a desire to implement change.
  • Would use the training productively: Candidates should have proposals on how, in their own work, they hope to use their scholarship experience to improve road safety practice. 
  • Team players: Scholars must be team players with a desire to work with and learn from others.
  • Good presentation skills: Candidates should be confident in speaking and presenting arguments.
  • Computer literacy: Basic IT skills and an ability to communicate by email are essential.

Scholars present their own ‘Action Plan for Safe Roads’ to an expert panel of the FIA Foundation at the end of the Programme, and are awarded a certificate of achievement upon completing the course. FIA Foundation Scholars become part of an active international network of road safety campaigners. See our Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/FIAFScholarship

Applications contact and further details

Please send a full CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the criteria.

Contact:

Ms. Nomsa Mtshwene
Director Provincial Assistance :TRPO
Department of Transport, Republic of South Africa
Tel: (012) 309 3125
Fax:(012) 323 8365
Cell: 082 882 7273
Email: mtshwenn@dot.gov.za

FIA Foundation Scholarship contact:

Emma MacLennan
Organiser, FIA Foundation Road Safety Scholarships
scholarship@fiafoundation.org

Our Future Mobility Now

Our Future Mobility Now

by | Nov 10, 2023 | News & Blog

YOURS would like to announce a great opportunity for youth to direcly engage with the CEO´s of the European car manufacturers on how they see their future mobility needs. It is a unique opportunity to help shape tomorrow´s safer world.

Join “Our Future Mobility Now”
How will we live, work and play in the future? How can we make transport even safer, more comfortable, sustainable and enjoyable? Communications technology is helping us stay always on, always connected, and always social. But how will our digital lifestyles shape reality on the move?

These and other questions are the focus of Our Future Mobility Now – an exciting project about the future of mobility, hosted by the automobile manufacturers in Europe and aiming specifically for a dialogue with young adults living in Europe.

On-line competition
Are you between 18 and 30 years old and living in Europe? Join the Idea Labs in Brussels: become a special delegate and receive and invitation to the exclusive workshops & master class on 22 & 23 June with trend watchers, engineers, leading managers and other experts. You can register until 31 May at www.futuremobilitynow.com;

Engage!
Do you want to have your say and engage specifically with industry leaders and decision makers? Come to Autoworld Museum in the afternoon of 23 June for the interactive VIP debate. This will not be the ‘usual’ policy conference; it’s a unique opportunity to help shape tomorrow’s world. Registration will open shortly at www.futuremobilitynow.com;

Have a taste
Would you like to try out the latest concepts in connectivity and mobility? Visit the Special Exhibition from 22 – 25 June and discover the road to the future in Autoworld Museum; and get started.
If you’d like to be involved, simply head over to www.futuremobilitynow.com
Spotlight on: The Suraya Foundation – Dubai

Spotlight on: The Suraya Foundation – Dubai

by | Nov 10, 2023 | News & Blog

This month, YOURS features Suraya Foundation,non-profit road safety organization based in Dubai focussing on preventing reckless driving amongst young people and the general public. The Suraya Foundation have partnered with educators, the media, the creative community and families who have been affected by tragic accidents to help spread the awareness of safe driving and educating the community on how safe driving can save lives.

The founder of The Suraya Foundation, Mohd Shahnawaz, knows firsthand what it is like to lose a loved one due to a reckless driving accident. His younger sister Suraya (read her story) was killed in a hit and run accident in March 2009. In honor of her memory, he has made it his goal to spread awareness on the dangers of reckless driving.

By spreading emotionally compelling messages through awareness campaigns and mass media, the Suraya Foundation is hoping to change the attitudes of unsafe drivers and get them to adopt safer driving principles. Thus, their motto is: “Safe Driving, Saves Lives” 

 

Vision

We hope to make ourselves redundant by instilling safe driving principles on drivers. Our vision is to make roads one of safest means of transportation in Dubai, UAE. We aim to reduce the rate of accidents due to reckless driving and help Dubai government’s drive to reduce road traffic accident deaths to zero by 2020.

 

Campaigns

“Are You Reckless?” – A radio public service ad as well as a print campaign aimed at getting drivers to question their driving habits. Watch the ad now and SHARE it with friends and families

The Oath Project ― a vow encouraging everyone to take the challenge of being a safer driver. If you believe that you’re a safe driver, take the oath.

“What is Really Killing People in the Gulf?” ― an infograph highlighting the extent of the problem of road accidents within the Gulf region. Have a look at the infograph & please share it with other drivers.