Time Banking Scotland is a new and exciting initiative which aims to connect people with their communities and interest groups by exchanging their time and talents in a mutually beneficial way.
Time banking is built on the principle that for every hour of time a person contributes to help another, they receive the equivalent in time credits. These time credits can be built up and exchanged, for example, to obtain help when needed from others.
Time banking values people equally; and by being accessible to all, it is totally inclusive.
Time Banking Scotland is a Joint Venture Agreement between Volunteer Development Scotland and Time Banks UK, enhancing Volunteer Development Scotland's commitment to informing and connecting people with volunteering.
There are currently nine active time banks in Scotland and several others in development throughout Scotland.
Time Banking Scotland aims to support those time banks already established as well as assisting individuals, organisations and communities to set up and run their own.
Time Banking Scotland will be the vehicle linking and supporting time banks across Scotland by providing inspiration, guidance and practical help.
For more information about Time Banking Scotland and how you can get involved, please contact tam.cassidy@vds.org.uk or text 'Timebanking' to 07786 200 350
Time Banking Scotland Information Leaflet
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How to Join a Time Bank