Community members and groups, law enforcement, traffic safety professionals, advocacy organizations and concerned citizens are helping the Nebraska Safety Council (nesafetycouncil.org) come together to observe the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. This global event serves as a solemn remembrance of those who have lost their lives or been seriously injured in traffic incidents, but it’s a call to action to prevent future tragedies.
The day calls to action to diminish preventable factors like distractions, speed, drug and alcohol impairment and wearing a seatbelt. The event also addressed the concerns of rising pedestrian fatalities.
“This day is not just about mourning those we’ve lost,” said Eric Koeppe, President and CEO of the National Safety Council – Nebraska Chapter. “It’s about uniting as a community to say that these deaths and injuries are both unacceptable and preventable. We have the power to change this by prioritizing safety and demanding policies that protect every road user.”
The National Safety Council – Nebraska Chapter (NSCN) began in 1924 with a mission to reduce injuries and save the lives of Nebraskans through education, training, developing and distributing resources and safety advocacy. NSCN partners with businesses, schools and law enforcement, throughout Nebraska. Learn more at nesafetycouncil.org.