Who is the Friendship House® Program for?

The program is available for:

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✅ Businesses with physical locations (cafés, libraries, schools, sports halls, community hubs)

✅ Outdoor activities (e.g., sports clubs, outdoor social initiatives, recreational parks)

✅ Businesses and organizations operating in rented spaces but aligned with the Friendship House® values

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If your business promotes human interaction and reduces technology's impact on social life, you can join the program and receive the Friendship House® certification!

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Benefits for Your Space

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Every certified location receives:

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✅ A Friendship House® sticker for display on the building, stand, or meeting space

✅ A digital certificate for use on websites and social media

✅ Promotion within our network—listing in the Tech-Free Zones directory

✅ Credibility—recognition for fostering offline community engagement

✅ Partnership and networking opportunities—support for creating local initiatives and events

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How Does Certification Work?

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✅ The first 6 months of certification are FREE!

✅ After 6 months, an annual fee applies, based on business revenue.

✅ We reserve the right to visit the registered location (if possible) or conduct an online verification to ensure compliance with the program's principles.

✅ The badge is awarded for one year—after 12 months, recertification is required.

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Certification Packages (first 6 months free)

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1️⃣ Micro-businesses & Startups (annual revenue up to £20,000)
- Annual fee: £15
- For small businesses and startups promoting tech-free spaces.
- Includes full support, a sticker, and a digital certificate.

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2️⃣ Small Businesses & Organizations (annual revenue £20,000 - £50,000)
- Annual fee: £30
- For established businesses promoting Tech-Free Zones.
- Additional promotion on our social media channels.

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3️⃣ Medium Businesses & Organizations (annual revenue £50,000 - £100,000)
- Annual fee: £50
- For businesses and organizations with higher revenues that emphasize real-world connections and technology reduction.
- Increased visibility in the Friendship House® directory.

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4️⃣ Large Businesses & Organizations (annual revenue £100,000 - £250,000)
- Annual fee: £75
- For successful businesses supporting Tech-Free Zones and social integration.
- Opportunity to host events under the Friendship House® banner.

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5️⃣ Businesses & Organizations with revenue over £250,000
- Annual fee: £100+ (customized agreements)
- For large-scale organizations looking to become official Friendship House® partners.
- Full promotional support and strategic partnership.

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What Does Certification Include?

🔹 Friendship House® sticker for doors, stands, or meeting spaces

🔹 Digital certificate for websites and social media

🔹 Promotion in our network and directory

🔹 Access to the community and networking opportunities

🔹 Option to renew certification annually

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📢 Whether you operate in a physical space, outdoors, or in a rented venue—you can be part of the Friendship House® movement!

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How to Apply?

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1️⃣ Ensure your space includes at least a minimal Tech-Free Zone.
2️⃣ Fill out the application form.
3️⃣ Upon approval, receive your sticker, certificate, and promotional materials.
4️⃣ After 6 months, decide whether to renew your certification (according to the selected package).

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Does your space promote real connections and limit technology?
Join us and get your Friendship House® certification! 

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