World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims – Durham
Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: CCB Plaza (201 Corcoran St, Durham, NC)
Join us at CCB Plaza as we gather to observe the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDoR) a global day dedicated to honoring the millions of lives lost or altered by traffic crashes, supporting affected families, and advocating for safer streets in our community.
Event Highlights
Featured Speaker: Hear from Rich Davis, father of Iazias Davis, who was tragically struck and killed nearly one year ago. Rich will share Iazias’s story and reflect on the deep impact of traffic violence on families and loved ones.
Memorial Reading & Candlelight Vigil: Honoring local lives lost and impacted on Durham’s roads.
Call to Action for Safe Streets: We will speak on local initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and safe-speed policies to eliminate traffic fatalities across Durham.
Moment of Silence: A quiet tribute standing together as a community alongside supporters nationwide.
Who Should Attend?
This gathering is open to everyone—grieving family members, crash survivors, safe streets advocates, first responders, and all community members who want to honor those we've lost and push for safer streets in Durham.
How to Participate
Bring a Tribute: You are welcome to bring a photo, LED candle, or personal memorial item to place at the tribute space.
Spread the Word: Invite friends, neighbors, and colleagues to join us at CCB Plaza.
Together, we remember, support, and act to ensure no more lives are lost on our streets.
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