Strategies for Social Connection
Explore promising strategies for advancing social connection, drawn from our SOCIAL Framework Reports and Action Guide for Building Socially Connected Communities. Each strategy includes the evidence behind it, along with examples from communities putting it into practice.
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Promote resident-led initiatives and participatory design processes to give residents a sense of ownership and involvement in their communities
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Establish networks within housing complexes that offer support services and implement regular neighborhood social events and gatherings to strengthen community bonds and social capital
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Promote and support policies that advocate for tenure security to strengthen residents’ sense of community belonging and reduce social isolation from displacement
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Integrate public transportation access into housing projects to improve connectivity with the broader community
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Design housing with adaptable spaces that support comfort and connection and can be used for various social functions
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Increase and build awareness of different types of community-led housing models
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Develop intergenerational housing that encourages interactions between different age groups
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Ensure affordable housing options that address population level, and structural housing disparities to prevent economic isolation and foster diverse communities
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Develop mixed-use housing that integrate residential, commercial, and recreational spaces
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