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UEFA has unveiled the fifth module of its Take Care programme, a health and well-being initiative that harnesses football’s global reach to promote safer travel and road safety across communities worldwide.
Take Care is an educational programme designed to equip children, young people, and their influencers, parents, caregivers, teachers, coaches, and staff with tools to adopt healthier, safer, and more responsible habits.
The latest module, focused on road safety, reinforces UEFA’s commitment to improving public health and safety both on and off the pitch.
Developed in collaboration with the Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety (UN SSERS), this module builds on UEFA’s long-standing support for global road safety initiatives.
Millions of people travel to matches and training sessions every day, including players, coaches, volunteers, fans, and family members.
Through this programme, UEFA aims to raise awareness, encourage responsible travel, and create safer environments around football activities, whether during matchday mobility, youth training sessions, or everyday commuting.
“UEFA is proud to strengthen our commitment with the United Nations to spotlight road safety through our Take Care campaign,” said Michele Uva, executive director of Social & Environmental Sustainability.
“Our goal is to promote responsible travel within the football community and beyond, helping save lives and build a safer society.”
Jean Todt, UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety and International Peace Institute Board Chair, emphasized the urgency of the initiative:
“Far too many young lives are lost on the world’s roads each year. While we urgently need stronger action from governments and businesses, every individual also has a responsibility. I appreciate that UEFA is using its platform to highlight the simple steps each of us can take to stay safe and save lives.”
Football Stars Highlight the Global Challenge
The module includes a road safety documentary narrated by players who share their experiences to inspire safer behavior on the road.
“Speed is something that has always been part of my life on the racetrack. I know what can go wrong. Speed limits are there for a reason. They’re there to keep the environment in which you are moving safe,” said Mick Schumacher.
Road traffic accidents claim over 1.2 million lives annually and injure 50 million people worldwide, with young people disproportionately affected.
UEFA’s Take Care initiative translates these statistics into a call to action, encouraging players, fans, and communities to adopt responsible travel and safety habits.
A Global Social Investment in Health and Well-Being
By integrating road safety into this framework, UEFA underscores its role as a global social investor, using football’s universal reach to influence behavior, reduce risk, and foster safer communities.
The module launch also featured a panel discussion and an exclusive interview with Jean Todt, highlighting collaboration between sports organisations, UN agencies, and global health advocates.
This partnership demonstrates how football can be leveraged to tackle global challenges, combining education, advocacy, and community engagement to protect lives.
Through initiatives like Take Care, UEFA positions football as more than a sport; it becomes a platform for societal impact, promoting awareness, responsibility, and positive behavior across borders.
By targeting young audiences and key community influencers, UEFA is helping to create a global culture of road safety, ensuring the game contributes to a safer, healthier world for all.
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