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Past Events

 

Canadian Human Connection Conference

Our founder, Kasley Killam, gave a keynote on “Social Health: The Missing Dimension of Well-Being.” Tune in for two days of learning and sharing.

 

Social Health for Kids and Teens

This in-person event was for parents and educators in the Bay Area to learn about addressing loneliness and improving social health at home and at school.

 

Action Forum to End Loneliness 2022

Social Health Labs presented the inaugural Award for Outstanding Leadership in Community-Based Efforts to Reduce Social Isolation and Loneliness.

 

Microgrant Showcase

This inspiring event featured three microgrant winners who are creating waves of connection in communities across the US.

 

Shift Happens Summit 2022

On National Good Neighbor Day, we looked beyond the pandemic to address social isolation and forge friendships with our partners in Massachusetts.

 

Youth Social Health

Research has shown that Gen Z is the loneliest generation. So how can parents and educators better support the social health of children and adolescents? Our founder will share recommendations at this presentation and fireside chat.

 

Connect+You

How can individuals and communities alleviate loneliness and improve social well-being locally? The final event in the Connect+Conversations series answered this question.

 

Connect+Government

Experts at global, national, and local levels discussed the government's role in supporting solutions for loneliness and advancing approaches to improve social well-being.

 

Social Wellness Self-Care Sunday

Our founder teamed up with Tumblr and Koko to lead a virtual gathering about fighting the holiday blues with 7 research-backed tips for social wellness.

 

Connect+Tech

Hear from experts and innovators about opportunities for technology and social platforms to enhance human connection and alleviate isolation.

 
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Connect+Healthcare

The fourth event in the Connect+Conversations series focused on how healthcare providers can address social isolation and loneliness among patients.

 
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Action Forum to End Loneliness 2021

This summit brought together leaders from across the US and around the world to acknowledge globally, advocate nationally, and activate locally for loneliness solutions. Our founder and one of our microgrant recipients presented.

 
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Good Neighbor Day 2021

Led by our partners on the Massachusetts Statewide Taskforce to End Loneliness and Build Community, this summit featured statewide work to connect neighbors.

 
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Connect+Schools

Learn about the latest research, recommendations, and real-world examples of promoting connection and belonging at school and reducing social isolation and loneliness among students.

 
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Panel on Intergenerational Connection

What are the most promising intergenerational solutions for social isolation and loneliness? Learn about three innovative approaches in this panel moderated by our founder, Kasley Killam.

 
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Connect+Cities

The third event in the Connect+Conversations series focused on how the places where we live, work, and play influence our social relationships.

 
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Connect+Work

This session explored how employee loneliness affects performance and ways to make the workplace a meaningful source of connection and community, especially with the rise in remote work.

 
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Connect+Health

The first in the Connect+Conversations series, participants gathered to learn, share, and connect about the health benefits of social connection and health risks of isolation and loneliness.

 
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Global Research Webinar

We offered commentary about the latest research on loneliness during the pandemic and discussed innovation around social well-being with people from 15+ countries.

 
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National Weaver Meetup

Hosted by the Aspen Institute’s Weave initiative, young connectors and community builders convened to share ideas and challenges, learn from each other, and support each other’s work.

 
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World Happiness Week 2021

We spoke on the global stage and led an interactive session on the importance of social connection for health and well-being, alongside collaborators in the US, UK, Germany, and Nigeria.

 
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Social Wellness Series

This interview series on Instagram Live featured researchers, authors, entrepreneurs, architects, artists, nonprofit leaders, and community builders who shared their expertise and perspectives on social wellness.

 
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National Panel on Loneliness Solutions 2020

This panel at the Coalition to End Social Isolation & Loneliness Action Forum featured speakers from Lyft, Anthem, Pyx Health, and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging.

 

Intergenerational Gathering

We brought together 15 Millennials and 15 Baby Boomers for an afternoon of conversation and connection. The outcome was beautiful.

 
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Local Panel on Loneliness Solutions

This event featured speakers from nonprofits in the Bay Area whose programs focus on reducing isolation and loneliness among older adults. Five key themes emerged.