Name
Advancing Social Connection to Combat Loneliness
Date
Monday, May 6, 2024
Time
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Location Name
Forum A
Description
Last year, the US Surgeon General published a report titled "Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation," which included an Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community. This session will provide an overview of this powerful report as well as examples of Main Street-led initiatives and a group discussion about Main Street's role in combating loneliness.
Track
Welcoming & Belonging, Leadership, Civic Leader
Speakers
Breanne Durham, Washington State Main Street Program
Andrea Kern, Indiana Office of Community and Affairs
Andrea Kern, Indiana Office of Community and Affairs
Session Type
45-Minute Crash Course
CEU
AICP