In some cases, I think you can make something good out of victimhood, by becoming a champion for a cause. In your example, if drunk driving is endemic in the area where you live, you can raise awareness about its consequences, and become a kind of spokesperson. Thereby you could possibly (not necessarily) be making the world a bit better, while doing something that is highly meaningful to you. 

 In that case you’re not making good out of being a victim, but instead making good by setting an example for others than you can reject victimhood irregardless of your circumstances. 

 Somewhat agree, but the fact that the person is a victim makes them a most legitimate spokesperson for a cause, and their message is received much more powerfully