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Timebanking is a time-based, mutual-aid operational model that encourages reciprocal exchange. Through giving and receiving, participants gain social recognition and acceptance, which fosters a cycle of helping others.
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Creating Time Together: Time Bank Collaboration Sharing Session
Date: August 7, 2025 (Thursday) Time: 14:15-17:45 Location: St. John's Church Auditorium The Department of Social Work and Social Administration of the University of Hong Kong and Blessing Community jointly hosted a cross-time banking platform exchange meeting on August 7, 2025. Dr. Lu Shiyu, Assistant Professor of the Department, participated as a guest in the event and discussed "Exploring the Creation of Social Capital: Strategies and Practices". The event also invited


The 4th Time Banking Seminar: "Time Banking in the Post-Pandemic Era - Practice and Development"
Date: September 14, 2024 (Saturday) Time: 9:30 - 12:30 Location: Lecture Hall, Wollongong College, Hong Kong Dr. Lu Shiyu, Assistant Professor of the Department of Social Work and Social Administration at the University of Hong Kong, participated the 4th Time Banking Seminar on September 14, 2024 . Her presentation titled "The Sustainable Development of Time Banking in Hong Kong: Lessons from International Experiences," . explored the development potential of time banking an


The 5th Hong Kong Time Banking Network Platform Seminar
Date: August 30, 2025 (Saturday) Time: 14:00 - 17:00 Location: Lecture Hall (Room 126), University of Wollongong, Hong Kong Dr. Lu Shiyu, Assistant Professor of the Department of Social Work and Social Administration at the University of Hong Kong, presented the Hong Kong Time Bank Sustainable Development Practice Framework at the 5th Hong Kong Time Banking Network Platform Seminar on August 30, 2025. The seminar then proceeded to three panel discussions: “ Identifying Poten


Exploring the Sustainable Development of Time Banking – Joint Event by HKU and Blessing Community
The Department of Social Work and Social Administration at The University of Hong Kong, in collaboration with the Blessing Community action platform, will co-organise the event “Exploring the Sustainable Development of Time Banking” on 6 January 2025.


Pre-Planning Life Plan Press conference
Date: March 29, 2025 (Saturday) Time: 10:00 - 1:00 Location: M+14/F, West Kowloon Cultural District, 38 Museum Road, West Kowloon The research team from the Department of Social Work and Social Administration of the University of Hong Kong presented its research outputs at the "Pre-Planning Life Plan" pilot project sharing session on March 29, 2025. Based on a comprehensive community care plan, this plan aims to help individuals plan and prepare for their later years ear


"Beneath the Lion Rock 2.0" Time Bank Project Opening Ceremony
Date: July 15, 2025 " Beneath the Lions Rock 2.0" Time Bank Project was officially launched on July 15, 2025. The project brings together the Community Service Centre, "Sham Sum Fuk" Time Bank, Blessing Community, Dr. Lu Shiyu team from the Department of Social Work and Social Administration at the University of Hong Kong, and the Chan Ting Wa Foundation. It integrates the local practical experience, professional knowledge and resources of each unit to deepen the practice of


Beneath the Lion Rock 2.0: Community Forum
Date: July 16, 2025 Location: Community Centre, Shek Kip Mei, Kowloon The research team from the Department of Social Work and Social Administration at the University of Hong Kong participated in the "Beneath the Lion Rock 2.0" Time Bank Project community forum on July 16, 2025. The activity invited elderly people to share their views and needs regarding "aging in place" and vote on four key areas: health management, community resources, neighborhood mutual assistance, and


Exploring the Sustainable Development of Time Banking – Joint Event by HKU and Blessing Community
The Department of Social Work and Social Administration at The University of Hong Kong, in collaboration with the Blessing Community action platform, will co-organise the event “Exploring the Sustainable Development of Time Banking” on 6 January 2025.
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