Training In Bike Building For Community & Voluntary Groups

Rothar has led a number of workshops with youth groups in the Dublin area. We bring old bicycles and teach young people referred to us by the youth groups how to repair or build a bike. The workshop's duration is generally 1 and a half hours, and generally lasts 8 weeks. Those workshops have been very successful both for Rothar and the young people involved.

In light of the demand it was decided to propose a training for trainers and build the capacity of the local
youth and community workers in order to work towards mainstreaming those workshops. As part of the
training package, Rothar will be the support agency for the local staff as well as the main supplier for the bike parts needed throughout the project.

We are exploring the possibility of having the programme accredited for the young people, which would be a step towards their renewed involvement in education. We are also working with other organisations looking after ex offenders, homeless people, asylum seekers etc. Any information please contact Anne
on info@rothar.ie

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Rothar is a team of two full time staff and about 15 volunteers

Anne, the founder and director, will answer any questions concerning cycling promotion, bicycle recycling, earn a bike workshops and cycle training. You can contact her on info@rothar.ie. Gareth, the workshop manager, will answer any questions concerning the shop, repairs, bike parts etc. You can contact him on (01) 8602615. Alternatively you can come to the shop and talk to us!

Our Mission Statement

Scarce resources, environmental destruction and social inequalities are key challenges in today's society Rothar reuses and recycles scrap bicycles, reducing waste, providing a sustainable mode of transport and community-based education to promote social inclusion. Our organisation advocates for self-empowerment of disadvantaged communities by promoting vocational training and eco-friendly mobility.

Rothar has been awarded by the social entrepreneurs Ireland...

Social Entrepreneurs Ireland aims to ignite social change by identifying, investing in, and supporting Irish social entrepreneurs - individuals who are prepared to take risks by applying their energy, drive, ambition and innovation to tackle some of Ireland's most entrenched social problems. Since 2004 the Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Awards programme has selected and supported 113 leading social entrepreneurs, providing financial support, training, education and network opportunities.