Who we are and what we do...

Rothar Bikes for the community is a community bike shop that accepts donated bikes from the public. Our work aims to reduce waste going to landfill by repairing scrap bicycles and then resell or donate them. We have a workshop on Phibsborough which is a centre for training and education for priority groups, schools and youth groups to promote social inclusion, mobility and community development.

We recycle the bicycles for use by priority groups (such as the long term unemployed, youth groups in disadvantaged areas, those who have been homeless and those with mental health problems) and be able to promote the use of bicycles and sustainable transport.

The bikes are sold to raise funds to help cover overheads and ensure the project's sustainability, other bikes are donated to community groups, schools and individuals referred by agencies working with the disadvantaged and those at risk of social exclusion.

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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.

Contact us - Email: info@rothar.ie | Telephone: 086 8956157

 

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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

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