Community Projects
Our projects sit at the intersection of cycling, health, design and social justice. They are shaped by community need, lived experience and collective action, and we actively welcome collaboration with activists, researchers, riders, artists, funders and organisations in Ireland and across Europe.
Each project is an invitation to work together. We aim to challenge exclusion, build skills, share knowledge and create practical change. From grassroots cycling initiatives and inclusive sport programmes to health research, policy engagement and queer and intersex advocacy, our work is strengthened through partnership. If you are interested in co creating, supporting or contributing to this work, we would love to hear from you.
Cycling Initiatives
Our cycling initiatives bring together riding, skill building and community. They are open to people of all abilities and are shaped through collaboration with riders, coaches and partners who share a commitment to inclusion and access.
We focus on building confidence, knowledge and enjoyment on the bike, while creating welcoming spaces to ride, train and connect. If you are interested in taking part, supporting an initiative or developing a project together, we invite you to get in touch.
Activism Efforts
Our activism efforts focus on challenging exclusion in sport, health and public life. They are grounded in lived experience, research and collective action, and are developed in collaboration with communities, organisations and allies in Ireland and across Europe.
We work to build understanding, influence policy and create meaningful change for queer, trans and intersex people. If you are interested in collaborating, supporting this work or developing an initiative together, we welcome you to reach out.
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May 2003
Projects Overview
Our projects bring together activism, community and practical action. They reflect our commitment to inclusion, equity and collaboration, and are developed with partners, communities and individuals who want to create meaningful change.
Each initiative is grounded in shared values and lived experience, and we welcome others to get involved, contribute ideas or work alongside us to build more just and inclusive systems.
March 2023
Cycling Initiatives
Our cycling initiatives bring together riding, learning and community. They are rooted in access, inclusion and shared experience, and are developed with riders, coaches and partners who want to make cycling more welcoming.
Each initiative focuses on building confidence, skills and connection on the bike. We welcome others to take part, contribute ideas or collaborate with us to create inclusive and supportive cycling spaces.
June 2023
Community Workshops
Our community workshops take place at the Bicycle Design Centre and in local spaces. They bring people together to share skills, knowledge and experience, and are rooted in accessibility, collaboration and care.
Each workshop is designed to build confidence, understanding and connection, whether through practical learning, discussion or hands on work. We welcome participants, partners and collaborators who want to learn together and support community led change..
September 2023
Advocacy Campaigns
Our advocacy campaigns focus on challenging exclusion and driving systemic change in sport, health and public life. They are grounded in lived experience, research and collective action, and are developed in collaboration with community groups, NGOs and European partners.
Our work has included campaigns and initiatives around trans and intersex healthcare access, inclusive sport policy, cycling equality, bodily autonomy, and gender recognition and data rights. We welcome collaboration with those who want to contribute to advocacy that is practical, principled and rooted in community need.communities.
How We Work
Our approach is shaped by a commitment to participation, care and accountability.
We work in ways that are:
- community led and participatory
- grounded in lived experience
- informed by research and practice
- collaborative rather than extractive
- focused on practical outcomes and long term change
We value trust, transparency and relationships built over time.
Who We Work With
We collaborate with a wide range of partners, including:
- grassroots cycling groups and clubs
- LGBTQIA+ and intersex organisations
- researchers and academic partners
- artists, designers and educators
- funders and foundations
- public bodies and policy makers
If you see yourself reflected here, there is likely a way to work together.
Work With Us
We are always open to new conversations and collaborations.
This might look like:
- co designing a community or cycling project
- hosting or supporting a workshop
- contributing research, skills or lived experience
- partnering on advocacy or policy work
- resourcing or funding a project
- piloting inclusive practice
If you have an idea, a question, or would like to explore working together, we would love to hear from you.
Fund Our Work
Simply Sorcha operates at the intersection of cycling, design, health and social justice. Much of our work is community led, under resourced and driven by lived experience rather than institutional support. Funding allows us to sustain projects, pay people fairly for their labour, expand access to workshops and cycling initiatives, and continue advocacy that challenges exclusion in sport, healthcare and public life. Support for Simply Sorcha is an investment in practical, community grounded change and in building systems that work better for those they too often leave behind.
