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“Volunteering became something that gave me more than I could ever have imagined—joy, energy, and a deeper sense of purpose.” At The Walrus Talks, Darrell Pinto shared how giving back transformed his life and perspective. Watch here: buff.ly/JTLpwVb

“Small” roles aren’t small at all. In her new blog, 2024 Fellow Samantha Luntha Chikopa honours the many hands behind healing — from nurses to cleaners to Youth Corner facilitators. Read it here: socialconnectedness.org/unsung-heroes/ #HealthEquity #SocialConnectedness #GlobalHealth

Social isolation doesn’t just harm individuals—it frays the fabric of democracy. In Scientific American, our Founder & Chief Belonging Officer Kim Samuel explores how loneliness fuels polarization—and why rebuilding belonging is key to resilience. ow.ly/KsIV50VVUxk

“To step into the shoes of others in order to be able to step back into our own.” – Colum McCann Narrative 4’s Story Exchanges build empathy and belonging through shared storytelling. One story at a time, people connect across divides. 🔗: narrative4.com/story-exchange/

“Volunteerism isn’t just about giving—it’s about belonging.” At The Walrus Talks, Suman Roy of Feed Scarborough reflects on building a volunteer-driven movement and the diverse motivations behind why people step up. 🎥 buff.ly/JTLpwVb

“True inclusion means investing in the leadership of people with lived experience.” In his blog, 2024 Fellow fionnathan shares how CAPCA Ireland is empowering young adults with Down syndrome to lead with creativity, confidence & purpose. 🔗: ow.ly/6Ivy50W05YG

“Volunteerism can be a bridge to belonging.” At #TheWalrusTalks, Kasandra James of Volunteer Toronto shared how volunteering supports newcomer integration — and why we must rethink traditional models to better serve marginalized communities. Watch here: buff.ly/JTLpwVb

What makes us happy? Decades of research point to one answer: connection. Strong, trusting relationships — not money or fame — predict long-term well-being. As Sonja Lyubomirsky puts it, “95% of what works makes us feel more connected.” 🔗 nyti.ms/3wDLHPR

“Supporting volunteer well-being is essential to sustaining belonging.” At #TheWalrusTalks, Vinod Rajasekaran of Future of Good shared how burnout is affecting nonprofit workers & why rethinking support systems is key to the sector’s future. Watch here: buff.ly/JTLpwVb

Caroline, a 2024 Social Connectedness Fellow, shares how inclusive education shaped her journey from a pivotal friendship in childhood to a life of advocacy, leadership, and community impact. Read more: ow.ly/SOuS50W6irT

“Solidarity, reciprocity, and care.” At #TheWalrusTalks, Cindy Gilbert of Bike Brigade shares how mutual aid combats isolation and builds resilience for individuals and the community. Watch here: buff.ly/JTLpwVb

Harvard’s Global Flourishing Study finds young adults are struggling with purpose and connection. In Psychology Today, our founder @Kim_belonging explores how declining religious participation may be fueling a crisis of belonging. 🔗 bit.ly/3wM3LfA

Humility helps build belonging. Research shows humble people are more open to new ideas and more willing to learn from those they disagree with. That openness makes connection, collaboration, and shared purpose possible.

What happens when you lose your wallet? According to the World Happiness Report, most are returned—more than people expect. The takeaway? People are kinder than we think. And knowing that boosts happiness, trust, and the confidence to connect with others. worldhappiness.report

“I believe that the solution for many of the world's challenges lies in building belonging.” – Kim Samuel In this podcast, Kim Samuel shares how social prescribing and the 4 Ps—people, place, power, & purpose—can help no one be left out. 🎧 ow.ly/IyCg50WilMs

“What if care started with what matters to you?” – Dr. Kate Mulligan In this episode of The Conversation Piece, Dr. Mulligan shares how social prescribing supports health by centring connection, not just illness. 🎧 Listen now: ow.ly/ajqo50WkrwX