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DRIVE Lead/Liaison

Each Regional and Local Drug & Alcohol Task Force nominates a DRIVE Lead or Liaison to be the focal point for that Drug & Alcohol Task Force area in all matters relating to Drug Related Intimidation and the DRIVE project. Details of the DRIVE Lead/Liaison for your area can be obtained by contacting your relevant Regional or Local Drug & Alcohol Task Force Co-ordinator.

Role of DRIVE Lead/Liaison

DRIVE leads are paid positions within the DRIVE umbrella. DRIVE Liaisons are not directly funded positions.

Focal Point for DRI Initiatives: Each DRIVE Lead/Liaison acts as the primary contact for DRI-related issues in their Task Force area, ensuring that strategies are adapted locally and in line with DRIVE’s broader goals.
Close Collaboration with the Nominated DRI Garda Inspector: DRIVE Leads/Liaisons establish strong working relationships with Nominated DRI Garda Inspectors in their areas, facilitating communication and ensuring that An Garda Síochána and community responses are coordinated.
Facilitating a Staged Response Process: They implement a structured, staged approach to addressing DRI within their Task Force area, ensuring that responses to intimidation are both timely and effectively scaled to each situation’s needs.
Supporting DRIVE Interagency Group Establishment and Coordination: DRIVE Leads/Liaisons assist DATF Coordinators in setting up local DIGs, bringing together relevant agencies (e.g., An Garda Síochána, social services, and addiction support) to address DRI comprehensively and collaboratively.
Cascade DRIVE Training: DRIVE Leads/Liaisons will support the roll out of the DRIVE training and capacity building as directed by the Task Force Coordinator.
Coordinating Local Information Sharing: They lead local information-sharing efforts to build a deeper understanding of DRI patterns, sharing insights with community stakeholders to refine strategies and responses.
Engaging in Regional and National Events: DRIVE Leads/Liaisons participate in regional and national meetings, sharing local data and contributing to a broader, integrated approach to DRI across areas.
Data-Driven Community Support Development: They leverage local data on DRI to help shape and support community initiatives, aiming to strengthen resilience and preventative measures at the community level.

Below please see copy of the National DRIVE Leaflet, which provides details in relation to the range of free and confidential supports and services available for those impacted by Drug Related Intimidation.

Each Drug & Alcohol Task Force has developed this leaflet which includes details of local services available in that particular area. For a copy of this leaflet please contact the Task Force Co-ordinator in your area.