Invoice #210545 to Our Agency Network
Visa fees
Paid
Invoice #210545
Submitted by Samantha Harrison•Approved by Matthew William Kidd
Jul 8, 2024
Invoice items
Visa fees
£5,405.00 GBP
Total amount £5,405.00 GBP
Additional Information
payout method
Bank account
Details
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Expense policies
Expense policies
Our Agency Network Emergency Fund Policy
The Our Agency Network administers an emergency fund, the purpose of which is to help relieve material poverty for individuals whilst maintaining the highest levels of dignity possible. Wherever possible, the Our Agency network aims for people to receive their own income which they can spend how they wish. There are cases where receiving income may cause harm or legal complications for individuals, for example if they are in receipt of state benefits or where they have no recourse to public funds. The emergency fund can only be used for specific items which can be evidenced via receipts rather than time.
Rather than limiting ourselves to a traditional expenses policy which sets out how to reclaim expenses which are incurred as a result of ‘work’ which has been carried out, such as travel costs, room hire or art materials, we want to set out the ways in which we can stand in solidarity with you and make it as simple, easy and dignified as possible to access the fund. So in addition to the things we have spoken about already (room hire etc), we want you to be able to use this fund to pay for things such as energy bills, clothing, visa fees or most other expenses which are making the cost of living too high for you.
Principles and values
The following principles underpin the work of the Our Agency network:
- Anti-exploitation - ie material poverty is not permitted, freedom and agency is prioritised, and oppression is opposed.
- Collective decision making and mutual accountability, and;
- The valuing of the contribution of all, whatever their aspirations, needs and abilities – i.e. whether people’s activities are conventionally productive (work/income generation) or focused, for example, on artistic endeavour, or on care, recovery and/or healing.
The way the Our Agency network administers expenses will be in keeping with these principles. There will be an initial shared emergency pot where claims will be approved by John, Cathy and Matt. In the longer term each group will produce its own guidance for members on how they can access the funds.
To draw down from the initial emergency pot please contact Matt or John and discuss your situation and what would be most helpful at this moment in time. Remember, this is money which belongs to the groups, and we do not want you to feel like you are having to come to us cap in hand to justify why exactly you need it for.
FAQ
How do I get paid from a Collective?
Submit an expense and provide your payment information.
How are expenses approved?
Collective admins are notified when an expense is submitted, and they can approve or reject it.
Is my private data made public?
No. Only the expense amount and description are public. Attachments, payment info, emails and addresses are only visible to you and the admins.
When will I get paid?
Payments are processed by the Collective's Fiscal Host, the organization that hold funds on their behalf. Many Fiscal Hosts pay expenses weekly, but each one is different.
Why do you need my legal name?
The display name is public and the legal name is private, appearing on receipts, invoices, and other official documentation used for tax and accounting purposes.
Collective balance
£4.79 GBPFiscal Host:
The Social Change Nest