ABOUT US
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The Global Initiative on Loneliness and Connection (GILC) is comprised of non-profit organizations committed to ending the pressing global issues of loneliness and social isolation through awareness, research, supporting implementers of evidence-based practices, and advocating policy change. We support the organizations through the dissemination of system-wide, national approaches and global strategies to build social connection.
OUR APPROACH

Bring together national non-profit organizations and build partnerships with multi-national stakeholders and funders to global impact

Encourage global knowledge sharing to improve impact and reach on evidence-based solutions that work

aligning the global reserach community for a common approach to knowledge translation and plugging gaps in the evidence-base; spurring the next generation of researchers

Support national, systemic policy solutions and strategies to end loneliness and promote connection. Advocate for their adoption.
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Raise global awareness through thought leadership and research dissemination; global campaigns
COLLABORATE FOR IMPACT
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Participate in our committees based on your interests and expertise
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Learn from experts across the globe in not-for-profit development and operations
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collaborate with organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO), HelpAge International, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Develpment (OECD)
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Join a global campaign to change the dialogue on the value of social connection and the negative impacts of loneliness and isolation.
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Contribute to and learn from the worlds leading researchers and policy developers on social connection/disconnection
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participate in learning collaboratives, events, and publications for a multitude of audiences.