#RAPKnowledgeLive Session 13: Experiences that Drive Change

Objective: To explore impactful real-world experiences and initiatives from around the globe that have successfully driven positive change in road safety. This session will delve into the strategies, challenges, and outcomes of implementing iRAP methodologies in diverse contexts, offering valuable insights for road safety professionals and advocates.

Benefits of attending:

• Gain first hand knowledge of successful iRAP implementations in China, Brazil, and the UK.
• Understand the practical application of iRAP assessments and star ratings in different environments.
• Learn about the diverse approaches to stakeholder engagement and collaboration that lead to safer roads.
• Discover innovative strategies for funding and prioritizing road safety improvements.
• Acquire actionable insights and best practices that can be applied to your own road safety initiatives.

Who should attend?

• Road Authority professionals and engineers involved in planning, design, maintenance, and safety management of road networks.
• Road safety engineers and practitioners.
• Transportation planners and policymakers.
• Academics and researchers in transportation and public health.
• Representatives of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) advocating for safer roads.
• Anyone interested in learning about effective strategies for reducing road crashes and fatalities globally.

Speakers:

• Greg Smith, Global Program Director, iRAP – sharing the Shaanxi experience in China, highlighting the large-scale implementation and impact of iRAP assessments on a provincial level.
• Julio Urzua, Strategic Projects Director, iRAP – sharing the experiences in Brazil, focusing on the challenges and successes of applying iRAP in a rapidly developing country with diverse road networks.
• Dr Suzy Charman, Executive Director, Road Safety Foundation UK – sharing experiences in the UK, illustrating how iRAP data has been used to inform policy decisions and drive targeted infrastructure improvements in a high-income setting.

Date: Monday 26 May 2025

Time: 9.00 AM – 10.00 AM (Eastern time)/ 3.00 PM – 4.00 PM (CEST)

Registration: Registration is free.