iRAP has been supporting the Vision Zero Academy Course in Brazil since 2021, helping to train more than 1,000 participants in how to create safer roads and streets. 300 participants joined iRAP’s Road Infrastructure Session last week for the 2026 programme now underway.

The Vision Zero Academy Course aims to build awareness of Vision Zero and advance the mindset of professionals working across the land transport system in key concepts such as the Safe System Approach, shared responsibility among system designers, and the importance of data-driven decision-making and collaboration.

Designed for policymakers and representatives from transport departments, traffic enforcement, road operators, automotive companies, NGOs and other stakeholders. the programme is structured around six live sessions. These sessions highlight how Sweden and leading international organizations apply Vision Zero principles to improve road safety outcomes.

The course stands as a strong example of effective international collaboration and capacity building, fostering greater dialogue and knowledge exchange among road safety professionals worldwide.

iRAP Safer Infrastructure session included a range of presentations in Portuguese and English by the iRAP team including:

• An overview of iRAP, its global role and impact – Julio Urzua, Global Projects Director
• Safe System principles and safe infrastructure approaches – Edgar Zamora, Safer Journeys Lead for the Americas
• Introduction to the Star Rating methodology and tools, a live demonstration presenting a real case study, and overview of iRAP innovation in tools such as RAPIDO, CycleRAP, AiRAP and the evolving iRAP model – James Bradford, Global Technical Director
• Case studies showcasing safety improvements informed by iRAP assessments – Morgan Fletcher, LAC Operations Team Lead
• Star Rating for Schools (SR4S) and the Youth Engagement App (YEA) supporting safer school journeys – Minh Vo, Sustainable Mobility Coordinator
• Building capacity with iRAP Training and Accreditation – Franco Azzato, iRAP’s Training and Accreditation Coordinator

Nearly 93,000 people have been trained over time in the iRAP methodology and tools in 176 countries, with courses delivered n 23 languages.

We’re delighted to be included in the Vision Zero Academy Course, and thank the attending dedicated road safety professionals in Brazil for your engagement, insightful questions and discussions.

For more information on how to extend your road safety expertise with iRAP Training and Accreditation, click here and here.