Overview An online celebration welcoming anyone interested in loneliness, social cohesion and systems change Now, more than ever, we need community, togetherness, solidarity and hope. Our team has spent two […]
Make a warm cup at home and log into the virtual meeting space! Jenna Wilmer will start the event by spending about 15 minutes discussing the concepts of belonging and a "Virtual Belonging Cafe," then share a personal story of belonging. For the rest of the time, all others who attend are welcome to share […]
This keynote will be delivered as the 2026 Social Capital Conference, hosted by the International Social Capital Association. Speakers: Frances Kraft, PhD, Research and Practice Program Director, Foundation for Social Connection; Shamichael Hallman, Director of Civic Health and Economic Opportunity, Urban Libraries Council In recent decades, economic mobility has declined across the U.S., driven in […]
The Eisner Prize Fellowship incubates new leaders and ideas bringing people of all ages together to reduce social isolation and foster connection across generations. This session will showcase the impressive […]
Healthy Places by Design is hosting a webinar on exploring Building Safe, Active, and Connected Communities for Youth and Young Adults on May 7 from 2-3 pm ET. Learn how […]
Across the globe, communities are experimenting with new ways to organize generosity, revitalizing longstanding traditions of giving, and creating fresh vehicles for connection. Community foundations, giving circles, mutual aid groups, […]
Join us for historic gathering of leaders shaping the future of our cities and communities to prioritize human connection. For the last 60 years, we have optimized our cities and […]
