JOIN the Movement to Honour Lives Taken, Support Bereaved Families, & Fight for Safer Roads.
1,624 lives were taken on UK roads in 2024. That is 1,624 families shattered, countless futures stolen, and a tragic reminder that road crashes devastate lives every single day.
This May, RoadPeace, the national charity for road crash victims, is calling on the public to walk, run, or cycle 1,624 miles as a powerful act of remembrance and a rallying call for safer roads. The RoadPeace Challenge 2025 takes place from May 12-18, 2025, during UN Global Road Safety Week, bringing together families, friends, emergency services, and communities to stand in solidarity with those who have lost loved ones and those living with life-changing injuries.
Howard Jones, CEO of RoadPeace, said:
“This challenge is more than just numbers—it represents real people, real families, and real heartbreak. Every mile covered is a tribute to a life taken, a step towards change, and a symbol of our unwavering commitment to supporting those left behind. We cannot bring back those whose lives were taken, but together, we can ensure that no bereaved family has to suffer alone.”
A Challenge of Remembrance, A Challenge of Change
The RoadPeace Challenge 2025 invites people of all abilities to take part in a way that suits them—whether it’s walking a single mile in quiet remembrance, running a marathon, or cycling with a team of colleagues. Participants can sign up as individuals, join a group, or take part alongside police, fire, and NHS teams, who will be covering miles in honour of those they have tried to save.
Every step, every mile, and every moment of effort will help RoadPeace continue its vital work—providing support for bereaved families, guiding them through the justice system, and ensuring that victims’ voices are heard.
Their services offer emotional and practical support, from crisis helplines and bereavement resources to peer-led support groups and legal advocacy. With the generosity of their supporters, they can continue to stand alongside those affected by road crashes, helping them navigate their journey toward justice and healing.
1,624 Miles, 7 Days, 7 Ways to Support Victims
Each day of the challenge will focus on one of RoadPeace’s critical support services, sharing the voices of those who have been helped by the charity and reminding people why fundraising is so important:
- May 12 – Helpline: The first call, the first step—providing comfort and guidance to families in crisis.
- May 13 – Regional Groups: A space for those who have lost loved ones to find strength in each other.
- May 14 – National Groups: Giving victims and survivors a voice on a national scale.
- May 15 – Resilience Building: Helping families navigate the long road to healing.
- May 16 – Befrienders: A lifeline of support from those who have walked the same painful path.
- May 17 – Navigating the Justice System: Fighting for fairness, accountability and change for road crash victims.
- May 18 – Remembrance: A moment to pause, reflect, and honour those lost.
Howard Jones added:
“Each day of this challenge shines a light on a service that changes lives. Behind every statistic is a story, a family, a grief that never fades. By taking part, you help us ensure that no one faces this journey alone.”
A Call to Our Communities
This year, RoadPeace is calling on emergency service teams, businesses and community groups to lead the way in fundraising and awareness.
- Firefighters, police officers, and NHS workers can take part, covering miles in memory of those they have responded directly to.
- Workplace teams can challenge each other in workplace fundraising battles to see who can raise the most.
- Schools and universities can hold local walks and runs to educate young people on road safety.
How to Take Part
This challenge is for everyone. Whether it’s a single mile or a personal endurance challenge, every mile counts.
- Sign up today at: www.roadpeace.org/roadpeacechallenge2025/.
- Set a goal for how many miles you will cover.
- Create a fundraising page and invite friends and family to support you.
- Track your miles and help RoadPeace reach 1,624 miles together.
- Share your journey on social media to inspire others.
For those who cannot take part physically, donations are just as powerful. Donations can be made here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/roadpeacechallenge2025.
Howard Jones concluded:
“We need the nation to stand with us. Walk for those who no longer can. Run for those whose lives were stolen. Ride for those who should still be here. We are committed to driving meaningful change, and our mission is clear — to achieve Vision Zero, where no one is killed or seriously injured on our roads. Through our sustained policy advocacy and engagement with legislators, we are working to strengthen road safety laws, create safer streets, deliver justice for victims, and prevent further loss of life.”
RoadPeace invites participants to share their journeys, dedicate their miles to loved ones, and spread awareness using #RoadPeaceChallenge2025.
