Webinar

The Road Safety Experts’ Journey: Protecting Kids From Concept to Practice

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET

Description

The Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine invites members and road safety specialists to join us for a compelling virtual panel discussion, “The Road Safety Experts’ Journey: Protecting Kids From Concept to Practice.” This session offers a unique opportunity to explore the multifaceted world of child safety in the automotive industry. Our expert panelists will delve into their work’s personal and professional impacts, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to enhancing child safety. From the early stages of conceptualization and research to design, engineering, and regulatory compliance, each step is crucial in safeguarding our children on the road. The discussion also encompasses vital aspects such as market education and the effective dissemination of safety information to families. This webinar is an extension of the dynamic conversation initiated during the Child and Youth Global Road Safety Special Interest Group panel at AAAM’s 2023 Annual Conference. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights from road safety leaders and be part of a conversation shaping the future of children’s automotive safety.

This webinar has already occurred. You can learn more about accessing the recording HERE.

Meet the Moderator

Julie Mansfield, PhD, MS – Research Assistant Professor, Ohio State University
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Meet the Speakers

Emily Thomas, PhD, CPST – Manager of Automotive Safety at Consumer Reports
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Brian Whitt, BS, CPST-I – Associate Director of Child Safety at Evenflo
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*Eric Dahle, BS was originally scheduled for the webinar, but could not attend.

Schuyler St. Lawrence, BS – Principal Engineer of AV and Mobility Regulation Research at Toyota North America
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