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June 23, 2025<\/span><\/b> \u2013 Today, iRAP proudly joins the global community in celebrating <\/span>International Women in Engineering Day (IWED)<\/span><\/b>. This vital day highlights the achievements of women engineers worldwide and encourages more girls and young women to consider dynamic careers in this essential field. At iRAP, we recognise the invaluable contributions of women engineers in shaping safer roads and saving lives globally.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This year, iRAP is thrilled to announce we will again be offering training and accreditation grants for <\/span>30 talented <\/span><\/b>engineers<\/span><\/b>. Representation of women in the #RAPcommunity is currently just over 20%, and we want to empower more women in engineering with the skills and opportunities to lead in road safety engineering.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why This Initiative Matters<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gender diversity in road safety engineering is essential for creating inclusive and effective solutions. Research highlights that men and women experience road safety differently due to physical, behavioural, and social factors. By involving more women in decision-making and design processes, we can address the needs of all road users and work towards eliminating high-risk roads globally.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Women engineers also bring innovative approaches to solving complex problems, making their contributions vital to achieving safer, sustainable mobility for all. This initiative celebrates their achievements and provides them with the tools to further their careers and make a lasting impact.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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“Through these grants, we aim to remove barriers and provide direct pathways for 30 talented <\/span><\/span>engineers to advance their careers and become leaders in creating a safer world.” – Greg Smith, iRAP CEO<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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International Women in Engineering Day <\/span><\/span>resonates deeply with the work being done in the field of road safety. We take this opportunity to celebrate the remarkable women who are leading the charge in creating safer roads for all. We present some key insights from some of iRAP’s road safety experts;<\/p>\n

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About the Training and Accreditation Grants<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The 30 selected <\/span>women<\/span> engineers will receive access to iRAP’s <\/span>\u202f<\/span><\/b>Star Rating Essentials<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u202f<\/span><\/b>and<\/span>\u202f<\/span><\/b>Star Rating for Designs<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u202f<\/span><\/b>courses free of charge. These comprehensive training programs are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to assess road safety, develop safer road designs, and implement impactful safety measures. The training is delivered in flexible, self-paced formats, allowing participants to learn at their convenience.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Accredited engineers will gain expertise in iRAP specification activities, enabling them to contribute to safer road infrastructure, bid competitively on projects, and join a global network of road safety professionals.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Who is Eligible?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n