Community Engagement at Go-Ahead Ireland

At Go-Ahead Ireland, we are committed to not just providing reliable and efficient transport services, but also engaging with and supporting the communities we proudly serve. Our commitment goes beyond ;we strive to make a positive impact on society by partnering with local organisations, supporting community initiatives, and promoting sustainability.

 

What We Do:
Go-Ahead Ireland operates a range of public transport services, ensuring safe and convenient travel for our passengers. In terms of community support, our services include:

  • Special Ad-Hoc services tailored to meet community needs during events and festivals.
  • Accessibility-focused transportation to ensure inclusivity for all passengers.
  • Working with community leaders, including An Garda Síochána and schools, to address anti-social behavior concerns throughout our network.
  • Supporting fundraising and awareness efforts, both physically on our fleet and online.

 

What We Offer:

1. Community Partnerships:

  • Collaborations with local schools and educational programs to promote safety and environmental awareness.
  • Sponsorship of sports teams and events to encourage active lifestyles and community spirit.
  • Collaborations with local businesses, councils, and resource centers through sponsorships, donations, and joint community projects.
  • Working together with both local and national charities to support their fundraising and/or awareness efforts.

 

2.Support for Vulnerable Groups:

  • Providing accessibility-friendly transport for annual events, such as quiet buses for the Dublin Pride Parade and accessible transport for the Newbridge St. Patrick's Day Parade.
  • Attendance and participation at Age Friendly Reliance meetings. 

 

Who We Work With: 

Go-Ahead Ireland has endeavored to establish itself as a significant and influential organisation within our community since its establishment in 2018. We have collaborated with a diverse array of organisations, such as:

Dublin GAA & LGFA Road Safety Authority Newbridge Family Resource Centre
Dublin City Council South Dublin County Council Cherryblossom Festival
Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Fingal County Council Samaritans Ireland
Familbase Vision Ireland Kare
Mental Health Ireland Dublin Pride The Institution of Engineering and Technology
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Down Syndrome Ireland  Trinity Access Programme

Community Engagement

Sponsorship Committee

As part of our commitment to supporting colleague and community engagement, we are proud to have a dedicated Sponsorship Committee.

This committee allows colleagues from across the business - from drivers to facilities staff and everyone in between - to nominate an organisation each quarter. These organisations can be from the communities we serve or close to a colleague's heart.

Each quarter, €3,000 is available for colleagues to request funding. The Sponsorship Committee, comprising eight colleagues from various departments, reviews and selects the successful applications.

Q1 2024 Recipients
Ballyfermot Festival Dublin Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Ballymun Kickhams All Stars Newbridge Town FC
GAI Angling Committee Aoibheann's Pink Tie

 

Q2 2024 Recipients
The Irish Wheelchair Association Stedfast United Football Club
Jobstown Boxing Club Brazilian Jui-Jitsu Club
Liberty Soup Run Donore Harriers Athletics

 

How to Get in Touch:

We have a dedicated community engagement team ready to assist you. Whether you have suggestions, need assistance, or want to partner with us, feel free to reach out: