Champion Skill Share is a third sector organisation dedicated to supporting people and communities in Peebles, Scotland. Its mission is to foster connections and share skills to empower individuals and strengthen local networks, aiming to create a lasting positive impact within the community.
Situated in the historic market town of Peebles, which has a population of around 9000, Champion Skill Share operates within a thriving and active community.
The Champion Skill Share Group was established in April 2023 by a collaboration between Stobo and Drumelzier Parish and the Local Area Co-ordination Team of Scottish Borders Council, Social Work Department. The organisation’s focus is on fostering connections and sharing skills.
Champion Skill Share’s key activities and services include sharing a soup and sandwich lunch, organising workshops, training sessions, and community events that promote skill-sharing and collaboration among group members and volunteers. By nurturing these initiatives, the organisation aims to empower individuals and strengthen local networks, contributing to the overall well-being and resilience of the community.
The beneficiaries of Champion Skill Share are the residents of Peebles and the surrounding areas, particularly those at risk of social isolation. Through its programmes, the organisation seeks to create lasting positive impacts by enhancing individual capabilities and fostering a sense of community.
Looking ahead, Champion Skill Share continues to focus on its mission to empower individuals and strengthen local networks, aiming to create a lasting positive impact within the community.
