RoadPeace

With annual police Christmas drink and drug driving campaigns underway, new research shows there is progress in shifting collision reporting language, but highlights that there is still plenty of room for improvement. The analysis, conducted by journalist Laura Laker and funded by the Foundation for Integrated Transport, assessed 227 press releases from 45 police forces and found that the use of the word “accident” is now rare, appearing just eight times. However, the report highlights a persistent tendency to refer to vehicles, rather than drivers, as active participants in collisions. This language, seen in 70% of police press releases, frames vehicles as autonomous agents – examples include phrases like “the vehicle attempted to drive the wrong way” – and can divert attention from the role of driver behaviour. Read our full article here: https://buff.ly/3BvkFYB

RoadPeace is looking for an experienced fundraiser to develop and deliver our enterprise fundraising strategy and operational plan. The team member in this role will be responsible for generating financial and in-kind resources to support core costs, service development and delivery. The role will be focused on building, growing and stewarding corporate partners, grant funders, high net-worth individuals, statutory funders, and legacy campaigns. Download the full Job Description here: https://buff.ly/41wYRXd Please submit your application and covering letter to info@roadpeace.org. The closing date for applications is January 31, 2025. We look forward to hearing from you! #Hiring #Fundraiser #Fundraising #CharityJob

Five people are killed on the UK's roads every day. RoadPeace provides information and support services to people bereaved or seriously injured in road crashes. We also engage in evidence-based policy and campaigning work to fight for justice for victims and reduce road danger. This film, featuring those who have lost loved ones, shows how we can help.

"It was good to talk. You were compassionate and supportive." Call our free helpline on 0800 160 1069 or email helpline@roadpeace.org to speak to our lovely support team, who can explain all of the support options available.

Peter wanted to live life all the time and to have fun. He was so always in the moment. When he was tragically killed for Lucy Harrison it was a trigger for change. "I realised that this was the best way to honour him. I am a bereaved sister. I grew through my loss, became kinder, got perspective and realised how fragile life is'. "Don't ever take your relationships for granted. Don't fall out over silly things." is her parting message. Lucy is winner of the Mansoor Chaudry Award 2024 for outstanding contribution to RoadPeace. https://lnkd.in/dvaAS3QF #roadpeace #siblingloss #grief #trauma.

Road deaths are not normal deaths. They are sudden and unnatural and families rarely have a chance to say goodbye. RoadPeace understands the importance of remembering family and friends who have died and we encourage remembrance in a number of different ways. We have several different events over the course of the year which are an opportunity for families to get together and remember, as well as resources and roadside memorials. RoadPeace members are also sent a card on the anniversary of their loved one’s death. See our website for information about: * Roadside memorials * Remembrance events * Remembrance resources * World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims * August National Road Victim Month * The RoadPeace Wood * Liverpool Ceremony of Remembrance

A great way to support the work being done by RoadPeace is to become a member. As a member, you will be joining a community determined to make a difference. Membership benefits include members' days, conferences and updates on campaigns. Your membership donation: 🟣 Helps fund our support services, including our Helpline, which helps hundreds of families each year whose lives have been devastated through road crash or injury 🟣 Supports our fight for justice for those killed in road crashes 🟣 Helps us stay independent. We receive no government funding for our core costs so membership subscriptions are vital to support our activities 🟣 Strengthens our voice in speaking out for crash victims and improves justice We have different types of membership at different levels. Explore the possibilities here: https://lnkd.in/g8-cTBkK

It's not just a huge number. It represents thousands of lives shattered by life-changing injuries, death and bereavement. RoadPeace is the UK's national charity for road crash victims. We provide information and support services to those affected and engage in evidence-based policy and campaigning work to fight for justice for victims and reduce road danger. Our vision is for a world where road danger is not tolerated and where road crash victims receive justice and compassion. Find out more via our website.

"Losing a child to an avoidable crash is an indescribable pain." Crystal Owen's son Harvey was just 17 when he was killed in Wales. The car he was a passenger in was being driven by a college friend, who was a newly qualified driver. The car left the road on a bend and ended up in a water-filled ditch, causing all four teenagers inside to drown. Please sign Crystal Owen's petition in support of Graduated Driver Licensing. Details here: https://lnkd.in/eCcKqpv5

During #RoadSafetyWeek, we've shared moving stories from RoadPeace members, highlighting the impact of road crashes on families and the need for safer roads - But the work doesn’t stop here. Through the Road Safety Action Plan, we’re committed to creating safer journeys for everyone and working toward Vision Zero—eliminating all road deaths and serious injuries. Listen to their stories here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e59MmcTK