“Rātā Foundation directly supports Jess to continue in her vital coordination role, nurturing and supporting the team of diverse volunteers that reflect the makeup of the community RAD Bikes serve,” says Leighton. Rātā Chief Executive, Leighton Evans, says that RAD Bikes contributes to the overall wellbeing of many people, providing a safe environment to help many improve their cycling confidence and connect with others regardless of age and abilities. “We love how much aroha and momentum is brought to our whānau,” says Jess. The organisation even hosts no-emissions entertainment with RAD Bikes’ cycle-powered cinema nights. Pop-up events across Ōtautahi are part of its popular event schedule, which also includes activities for specific groups and needs, such as the Women's and Youth Workshops, as well as our Afterschools and Bike Bridge Programmes for children and migrant women. “It’s a very tangible way to help the environment and to help others.” Our RAD humans are of all skills, ages and personalities.” “Some of the benefits for people who use RAD is that they can find a way to get to work, get fit, develop new skills, and meet new people. “We’ve had over 100 volunteers of diverse experience and skills, we teach mechanical skills and run various charity fix ups, as well as special events, to get more people into riding,” says Jess. Through its community-focused services, RAD Bikes is helping people get involved in cycling across the city and Aotearoa New Zealand. “Improving community wellbeing is one of RAD Bikes’ core kaupapa (purposes),” says Jess Smale, RAD General Coordinator. Based in Ōtautahi Christchurch, an innovative community venture has helped more than 17,000 people to recycle and learn how to fix bikes for themselves and others.
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