WORLD DAY OF REMEMBRANCE FOR ROAD TRAFFIC VICTIMS 2025

Each year, the world’s roads take over a million young lives and talents.

Every Life Lost on Our Roads is a Future Stolen from Us All

When people are killed or severely injured in road traffic collisions before their time, the world loses more than just individuals — it loses their potential, their ideas, their future impact on society. 

"They become lost talents"

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The Leading Cause of Death Among Young People Worldwide

“Based on 2019 data on the age distribution of all-cause mortality, road traffic injury remains the leading cause of death for children and young people aged 5–29 years.” 

Two soccer cleats on a field, a stadium in background. Text: roads take over a million lives and talents.
Pair of ballet shoes with text about lives lost on roads.
A guide for families bereaved by road collisions shows two children hugging each other.

Support and Guidance for Victims & Families

Our victim guide provides essential information for anyone affected by road traffic collisions, especially those grieving the loss of a loved one or coping with serious injury. Developed by victims in collaboration with road safety partners, it aims to fill a long-standing gap in support and help families understand and engage with the legal processes that follow such a tragedy. Please note this is a draft version, and we strongly recommend seeking independent legal advice if you have been impacted.


As a national organisation, IRVA offers free information, emotional support, and practical assistance to victims and their families. If you have been affected, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help you through every step of this difficult journey.