Projects
Projects initiated through the Dane County TimeBank provide solutions for challenges identified by the community as unmet needs. Involvement with a community project is one way to make connections in the TimeBank, while supporting vital services. We encourage the participation of organizational and individual members in supporting these innovative projects. TimeBank staff are available for consultation to build similar initiatives in your community.
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Restorative JusticeDane County TimeBank and Restorative JusticeThe Dane County TimeBank has been practicing restorative justice work in Dane County and within the schools. This work has included responsive restorative conversations that offer an anti-racist framework and restorative justice circles. What is Restorative |
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Food Justice - Garden ProjectThe TimeBank's Garden Project was started in 2013, organized by a group of motivated TimeBank members interested in sharing time and resources to build gardens where ground was otherwise being unused - front yards, back yards, terrace areas, and other open space. The project aims to educate and engage our |
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TransportationDrivers for the TimeBank's transportation project help people needing rides to access safe transport. Rides can be for health related appointments, rides to food pantries or the grocery store, employment, social and recreational opportunities, errands and appointments, and more. Approved drivers receive |
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Transformative Action NetworkWhat is the Transformative Action Network (TAN)?Transformative Action Network members are committed to co-conspirator abolitionist action, in line with restorative justice principles. By learning to relate effectively with racism and interrupt patterns of white supremacist culture, TAN members become |
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Mask Giveaways - A Covid-19 Response ProjectDo you sew? We need your help! We know the impacts of Covid-19 are hitting black, brown, and poor communities the hardest. We’re aiming to get 500 masks made within the next few weeks to give away within these communities. Please join us by either sewing masks, donating masks, or donating money to |
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Community Lab for Intentional PracticeThe Lab is focused on providing an alternative community space for developing abolitionist, co-conspirator and restorative justice practices that eliminate racial disparities in Dane County and empower the voices of those most impacted. CLIP prioritizes expanding self-awareness and the ability to offer |
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Letter Writing Campaign to End Violence Against Black PeopleThe Letter Writing Campaign to End Violence against Black People began as a response to lynching, incarceration and other forms of violence against Black people. It is a collaboration between the Transformative Action Network and Freedom Inc. Black people in Madison and beyond face a wide spectrum of |
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Community HelplineThe Timebank Community Helpline - Using the power of restorative justice practices to offer open minded listening, practical support and referrals for COVID-19 resources1-866-758-7887 Monday - Sunday, 4pm-8pm What does the Helpline do: Continuity for youth currently involved with restorative justice |
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100 Strong100 Strong is a group of those committed to responding to violence against Black people. Working collectively, we will descend on a location where violence occurs within 48 hours. The Black community deserves to feel the support of allies and co-conspirators, and it is up to us to make sure that this |