What is the REN?
The Reciprocal Exchange Network (REN) is an initiative that seeks to increase the capacity of voluntary organisations and social enterprises by exchanging skills, resources and best practice, without the need for spending money.
How does it work?
Members of the REN offer their skills in the currency of "time", i.e., one hour of work = one credit. Credits earned providing services can then be spent receiving services. You can exchange services with any REN member because one hour of one person"s time is equal to another"s.
- Skills will be offered on the REN database for members to view
- A member can search the database and choose a skill they need
- To request an exchange, you submit a completed request form online or contact a REN Development Officer
- The REN Development Officer will then give you the details of the organisation providing the skill and you can then start the exchange.
How do I join?
Contact CEMVO Scotland and tell us you are interested in the REN. A REN Development Officer will contact your organisation and chat to you about:
- What skills your organisation can offer
- What skills your organisation may need (this information is confidential and will not be on the database)
Alternatively, you can register to join the REN by clicking on the button below.
Download the guide to using the REN (PDF, 94KB).
