Drive & Alive launch leaves lasting impact on learners through powerful real-life stories
- 2 days ago
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A college in Wales has launched a powerful road safety initiative bringing together industry professionals and lived experience to help young people understand the devastating consequences of road harm.
Coleg Cambria, one of the UK’s largest colleges with more than 7,000 full-time and 20,000 part-time students, hosted the launch of its Drive & Alive initiative.
The launch event was described as a “resounding success”, providing students with a comprehensive morning of road safety education delivered by professionals working across the sector.
A particularly moving part of the event was a presentation by Crystal Owen, who shared the story of losing her son, Harvey.
Her bravery in speaking openly about her family’s loss left a profound impact on learners and staff attending the event, demonstrating the importance of real-life stories in creating meaningful road safety education.
The emotional impact of Crystal’s presentation was reflected in feedback from one learner who had recently experienced a road crash themselves.
They said:
“I sat through the talk that the mum of that lad that died in the accident and I think it was very beneficial for me and all the other students to hear their stories. I think today was a very good day and an example to many students. Things like today need to happen more to create more awareness, so having a first hand experience I appreciate that very much.”
The event also showcased how colleges and education providers can play an important role in supporting young people as they begin their journeys as drivers and passengers.
Protect Young Drivers would like to thank Coleg Cambria for sharing details and images from the event.
