IRF Fellows Alumni Association

07/19/2023

IRF’s Global Education Program Continues to Expand: Empowering Road and Transport Professionals Around the World
IRF Global’s revered Global Education Program is making strides in empowering road and transport professionals around the world. The program, known for its comprehensive range of courses, workshops, and webinars, continues to provide essential knowledge and skills for the development of safer, more efficient road and transport systems.

This year, the program has engaged more than over 500 individuals from 30 different countries, highlighting the international reach and impact of IRF Global's education initiatives. These initiatives aim to provide the training and expertise needed to improve road and transport infrastructure worldwide.

For those interested in participating or learning more about upcoming IRF Training programs, offered in virtual, in-person, and customized in-country formats, please visit: www.IRF.global/events

06/21/2023

The Future of Roadways: Green, Equitable, Intelligent & Integrated

The IRF Global R2T Conference has quickly established itself as a top destination for global innovators and decision-makers in the roads and mobility sector.

For road and transport authorities the IRF R2T Conference is the ideal place to learn and share best practices about the latest technologies and solutions.

For researchers, it is an ideal platform to share their research with their peers and the sector as a whole.

For the private sector, it is an opportunity to make the right business contacts and to showcase their innovations and services. For everyone in the sector, it is a place to learn and network with professionals and decision-makers.

Topics:
Asset Management & Pavement Preservation
Innovative Materials and Technology
ITS & Smart Mobility Technologies
Road User Charging
Connected & Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs): Readying our Road Infrastructure
Decarbonizing the Road Transport Sector
Vison Zero - Towards Zero Deaths
AI for Transportation Asset Management
Program features
Keynotes delivered by the sector’s foremost thought leaders
Specialized sessions
Cutting-edge scientific programs
Business networking events

Why Participate?

Share: R2T is the international meeting point where leading industry innovators, researchers, and stakeholders acquire essential engineering & business insights, and help build tomorrow's transportation infrastructure today.

Engage: R2T will push the boundaries of 21st century roads & mobility. Meet global thought leaders and discover pioneering concepts through our program of live demonstrations and applied knowledge sessions.

Grow: Place your company's brand, technologies and services at center stage during R2T and gain exposure in front of top decision makers, government officials and buyers worldwide.

Who Should Attend:
Construction Contractors, Engineers & Managers
Equipment Manufacturers, Suppliers and Distributors
Highway Agency & Municipal Staff in charge of tenders
Highway Agency & Transportation Officials
Design Consultants, Engineers & Managers
Engineering Services Professionals
Transport Research Institutes
University Researchers and Professors
Traffic Technology and ITS Consultants, Engineers and Managers

 About Agenda Call for Papers Exhibition Sponsorship Venue & HotelsThe Future of Roadways: Green, Equitable, Intelligent & Integrated The IRF Global R2T Conference has quickly established itself as a top destination for global innovators and decision-makers in the roads and mobilit...

05/12/2023

11th IRF Caribbean Regional Congress:
“A Roadmap to a Safe, Inclusive, and Resilient Transport System"
Established in 2012 as an answer to repeated calls for a specific event addressing the needs of transportation professionals across 30 countries and territories in the region, IRF’s flagship event in the Caribbean has become an essential gathering point for the region’s top transportation decision-makers and professionals, combining regional case studies and global insights.

This flagship event will be celebrating its 11th year and aims to bring solutions and discuss best practices to address the common challenges that the region faces, from road safety to climate resilience to the infrastructure needs that a new and electrified vehicle fleet will demand.

Why Participate?
Share: The Congress is the main regional meeting point where leading stakeholders meet and exchange experiences and innovation.

Engage: The Congress format allows practitioners, stakeholders and innovators to share their knowledge and policy recommendation with the region’s top decision makers

Grow: Place your company's brand, technologies and services at center stage during CRC and gain exposure in front of top decision makers, government officials and buyers in the region

 About Welcome Agenda Call for Abstracts Sponsorship Venue & Hotel“A Roadmap to a Safe, Inclusive, and Resilient Transport System" Established in 2012 as an answer to repeated calls for a specific event addressing the needs of transportation professionals across 30 countries and ...

05/05/2023

“Vision Zero for the Balkans” Regional Road Safety Conference & Technology Showcase

The second United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030 also marks the start of new forms of international collaboration to avert the continuing and growing epidemic of road traffic injuries, responsible for 1,350,000 fatalities per year. Key to the success of further efforts is the acknowledgement that no level of death or serious injury is acceptable – known as the Vision Zero approach.

The Balkan region currently experiences a much higher proportion of road crash-related deaths & serious injuries per million inhabitants than the EU27. These losses - in lives, human capital, and infrastructure - represent an enormous cost for communities to bear, and they are largely preventable. Improving road safety through transformative approaches that create a safe mobility system that is forgiving of human error must become a priority for the region’s policy makers and transport professionals.

Conference Objectives

Promote the uptake of “Vision Zero” policies and make a compelling case for safety investments

Focus on risk factors and road deficiencies that lead to injuries among vulnerable road users

Review how advanced technology can be leveraged to support traffic safety

Showcase proven active and passive safety solutions

Support stakeholder alignment

Advance regional cooperation

Who Should Attend

Road & Transportation Agency Executives

Civil Society Stakeholders

Road Safety Engineers & Auditors

Infrastructure Developers

Traffic Engineers & Modelers

Suppliers and Distributors of Road Safety Products

 About Agenda Speakers Exhibition Sponsorship Venue & Hotel“Vision Zero for the Balkans” Regional Road Safety Conference & Technology Showcase The second United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030 also marks the start of new forms of international collaboration t...

04/07/2023

FINAL REMINDER!
3rd IRF Africa Regional Congress & Exhibition
"Delivering Tools for Mobility & Regional Connectivity"
Across the African continent, the end of the pandemic has witnessed a surge in road construction projects which are expected to boost regional integration by reducing transit times, facilitating trade and cross-border movement of people, opening up access to tourism, and stimulating the economy.
Against this backdrop, achieving Africa’s regional connectivity vision remains hinged on delivering climate-resilient transportation corridors, achieving efficiency gains through improved procurement, financing and contract management, and ensuring a higher level of service and safety to all road users.
The 3rd IRF Africa Regional Congress & Exhibition pursues the objective of exploring a range of policies and mechanisms aimed at offering policy makers practical options to ensure road & transportation program continue supporting the region’s sustainable development goals and socio-economic objectives.
Congress Topics
Adopting a long-term transport infrastructure funding & procurement framework for the continent
Delivering “Vision Zero” for Safer Road Mobility
Introducing World-Class Traffic Engineering & Management Solutions in a Region on the Move
Enhancing the Quality of the Transportation Network through Durable Pavement Design, Climate-Resilient Infrastructure & Preventive Asset Management Strategies
National Host Agencies & Knowledge Partners
Ministry of Roads & Highways
Ministry of Transport
Ministry of Railways Development
Ghana Institution of Engineering
Who Should Attend
African Road Agencies & Road Maintenance Funds
Construction Contractors, Engineers & Managers
Road & Traffic Solution Manufacturers, Suppliers and Distributors
Design Consultants, Engineers & Managers
Engineering Services Professionals
Transport Research Institutes
University Researchers, Professors & Students
Civil Society representatives, including road safety advocacy groups
International Development Specialists & Financing Institutions

 About Agenda Call for Abstracts Exhibition Sponsorship Awards Hotel & Venue Visitor Information"Delivering Tools for Mobility & Regional Connectivity" Across the African continent, the end of the pandemic has witnessed a surge in road construction projects which are expected...

03/31/2023

See here are our 2023 fellows listening to a presentation by Leslie Mills, on the far left, at our annual Field Trip to the World Bank! He is explaining the many World Bank operations in the Transport Sector across the world. Through in-person discussions and real-life examples, the fellows are able to learn so much from the organization.
Together, we can continue to enhance the legacy of the IRF Fellowship Program, and continue to make it the premier scholarship and leadership program in the world. To make a contribution, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/d5jJrxf

03/24/2023

3rd IRF Africa Regional Congress & Exhibition
"Delivering Tools for Mobility & Regional Connectivity"
Across the African continent, the end of the pandemic has witnessed a surge in road construction projects which are expected to boost regional integration by reducing transit times, facilitating trade and cross-border movement of people, opening up access to tourism, and stimulating the economy.
Against this backdrop, achieving Africa’s regional connectivity vision remains hinged on delivering climate-resilient transportation corridors, achieving efficiency gains through improved procurement, financing and contract management, and ensuring a higher level of service and safety to all road users.
The 3rd IRF Africa Regional Congress & Exhibition pursues the objective of exploring a range of policies and mechanisms aimed at offering policy makers practical options to ensure road & transportation program continue supporting the region’s sustainable development goals and socio-economic objectives.
Congress Topics
Adopting a long-term transport infrastructure funding & procurement framework for the continent
Delivering “Vision Zero” for Safer Road Mobility
Introducing World-Class Traffic Engineering & Management Solutions in a Region on the Move
Enhancing the Quality of the Transportation Network through Durable Pavement Design, Climate-Resilient Infrastructure & Preventive Asset Management Strategies
National Host Agencies & Knowledge Partners
Ministry of Roads & Highways
Ministry of Transport
Ministry of Railways Development
Ghana Institution of Engineering
Who Should Attend
African Road Agencies & Road Maintenance Funds
Construction Contractors, Engineers & Managers
Road & Traffic Solution Manufacturers, Suppliers and Distributors
Design Consultants, Engineers & Managers
Engineering Services Professionals
Transport Research Institutes
University Researchers, Professors & Students
Civil Society representatives, including road safety advocacy groups
International Development Specialists & Financing Institutions

 About Agenda Call for Abstracts Exhibition Sponsorship Awards Hotel & Venue Visitor Information"Delivering Tools for Mobility & Regional Connectivity" Across the African continent, the end of the pandemic has witnessed a surge in road construction projects which are expected...

03/17/2023

The basic philosophy of the IRF for the past years has been that road infrastructure development is the true key to economic and social progress in any country in the world. Multiple studies have proven that a country’s gross domestic product can be directly tied to the level of sophistication of its infrastructure. Since 1948, the IRF has been promoting technology transfer to developing countries.
The IRF Fellowship Program has provided education opportunities at some of the finest institutions of higher learning in the world to individual Fellows from various countries with experts and leaders in the road industry as mentors. These Fellows return home to participate in responsible leadership roles in their countries, and their strong influence has affected the development of transportation systems.
In order for IREF to continue offering the educational support, experiences, and network that it has provided to more than 1250 students from around the world, additional financial resources are needed. With a few donations, the IREF will have the resources in place to make an even bigger impact on the road industry and its next generation of leaders.
The good news is you can make a difference by helping the IREF!
Together, we can continue to enhance the legacy of the IRF Fellowship Program, and continue to make it the premier scholarship and leadership program in the world. To make a contribution, please visit our website at:

 Fundraising Campaign IRF Named Fellowships Donate NowFor the past 69 years, the IRF Fellowship Program has helped change the lives of 1,400 road professionals in 118 countries. These men and women, through our scholarships, have continued their education in areas related to transportation ...

03/10/2023

Three of our 2023 IRF Road Scholars, from left to right Douglas Mocelin, Ryan Salameh, and Ashraf Alrajhi, participating in our Annual Hat Exchange. Each Fellow brings their own hat with personal meaning, and after presenting it to the group exchanges it with another’s. Here Ashraf is debating which hat he wants to take home, Douglas’ or Ryan’s! A wonderful tradition to be held after a great dinner with the Fellows.
Together, we can continue to enhance the legacy of the IRF Fellowship Program, and continue to make it the premier scholarship and leadership program in the world. To make a contribution, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/d5jJrxf

03/03/2023

Seen below is one of our 2023 Road Scholars, Kenichi Sugeta, receiving his Fellowship Certificate from IRF Senior Vice President Magid Elabyad. Born in Japan, he is studying at the University of Texas at Austin with a focus in Construction Engineering and Project Management. Sugeta to build superior expressways throughout Japan. Roads are not only essential for the transportation of people and distribution of commodities to support our daily lives, but are also crucial infrastructure necessary to preserve life, especially during emergencies such as earthquakes. Because of his experiences during the earthquake disaster, Sugeta had learned that highways could become emergency transportation routes to quickly deliver medical supplies and food to people, saving many lives. Thus, he believes that it is critical for our society to build roads everywhere.
Together, we can continue to enhance the legacy of the IRF Fellowship Program, and continue to make it the premier scholarship and leadership program in the world. To make a contribution, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/d5jJrxf

02/24/2023

Seen below is one of our 2023 Road Scholars, Ryan Salameh, receiving his Fellowship Certificate from IRF Senior Vice President Magid Elabyad. Born in Lebanon, he is studying at Georgia Institute of Technology with a focus in Infrastructure Systems Engineering.

Salameh wants to improve the performance, safety, and efficiency of the transportation systems by using his by using his skills and knowledge of asset management. His goal is to enhance existing asset management practices by leveraging the latest advancements in sensing technologies, data analytics, and artificial intelligence to improve system performance and accommodate emerging trends such as the adoption of EVs and CAVs, the development of complete street infrastructure, and the growth of smart cities.

Together, we can continue to enhance the legacy of the IRF Fellowship Program, and continue to make it the premier scholarship and leadership program in the world. To make a contribution, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/d5jJrxf

02/17/2023

On behalf of the International Road Federation, I wanted to update you on how the IRF Fellowship Program is doing. We have now graduated 1,500 Fellows through the IRF Fellowship Program, representing students from 119 countries worldwide. It truly is an amazing feat and unique in its mission.

While continuing on the successes from past years, the number of students in each Fellowship Class has fluctuated based on contributions from individuals like you. The past few years have seen fewer Fellows go through this amazing program, partially due to the effects of the pandemic.

As we look forward in 2023, we ask you, as an IRF Fellow, to once again participate in this year’s IRF Fellows Valentine’s Day Fundraising Appeal. The Fellowship needs your support more than ever. As we celebrate our 75th Anniversary, we hope that we can count on you to support the “Crown Jewel” of IRF.

While there is no set amount on how much we ask you to donate, we understand that your financial situation is unique to you and nobody else. We ask that you make a contribution that makes sense, because every dollar received helps someone just like you with their educational dreams. If you can contribute a significant amount, this is the right time to do it to support the program.

Our request is no different than when you went through our Fellowship Program. Individuals like you made it happen back then, and you can make it happen now for another young student. Hopefully, it will be the starting point for their career, just like the IRF Fellowship Program was for you.

Thank you in advance for continuing to allow us to grow the IRF Fellowship Program. This amazing Program must continue to grow and flourish. Thank you for your generosity.

To contribute, please visit our website at https://irf.wufoo.com/forms/w1k5z4y30a8ra4q/ No contribution is too small, and no donation is too large. We sincerely appreciate your consideration of our request!