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Overcoming Loneliness & Building Authentic Relationships
Sam Farren on Healthy Masculinity & Community for Young Adults
The Silent Epidemic: Unravelling the Complexities of Loneliness Among Young Australians
In the bustling cities and quiet towns across Australia, a silent epidemic is taking hold among the nation’s youth. While the majority of young adults navigate their daily lives with a sense of connection and belonging, an increasing number are grappling with a pervasive sense of loneliness. This phenomenon, once primarily associated with the elderly, has now emerged as a significant concern for those in the prime of their lives. In an Australian study of nearly 1500 adolescents and young adults, more than one in three (37%) young adults aged 18–25 indicated a problematic level of loneliness.1
How Churches & Community Groups Can Tackle Loneliness
What: Webinar on How Churches & Community Groups Can Tackle Loneliness
When: 19 Nov 2024, 7:15PM – 8:30PM AEDT (Sydney, Melbourne time)
Speakers: Sheridan Voysey, Prof. Patrick Parkinson, Nic Mackay and Isabella Clarke
Email your questions on this topic to tim@publica.org.au or ask them on the night!
Order your free tickets, and view the speakers bio’s here.
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Publica is building up a specialist library of books, articles and other research materials that can assist in the development of public policy to support strong families, healthy relationships and vibrant local communities. There is a physical collection available for loan to members at Level 1, 30 Brisbane St, Launceston, Tas 7250. Opening hours, Monday and Wednesday 11-1 during school term times or otherwise by appointment.
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