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Connect+Conversations is an interactive series about how different sectors can address the loneliness epidemic and improve social health.

Connect+Conversations

Connect+Conversations is an interactive thought leadership series about how different sectors can alleviate widespread loneliness and improve social health. Learn more and watch recordings of past events at www.socialhealthlabs.com/connect

<h3>Connect+Cities</h3>Join us for the third event in the <a href="https://www.socialhealthlabs.com/connect" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Connect+Conversations</a> series! This session will focus on how the places where we live, work, and play influence our social relationships. We will explore the latest research, recommendations, and real-world examples of designing the built environment and neighborhoods to reduce loneliness and strengthen communities.You will hear from experts in this space and have the opportunity to engage with people across the US and globally. Join the conversation if you are interested in learning and discussing:<ul><li>What features of the built environment contribute to social health</li><li>How urban vs. rural communities help or hinder social connection</li><li>Why design and programming must go hand-in-hand</li><li>And more!</li></ul>Hosts:<ul><li><a href="https://www.kasleykillam.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kasley Killam, MPH</a>: Founder of Social Health Labs</li><li><a href="https://www.healthsperien.com/edward-q-garcia" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Edward Garcia, MPH</a>: Founder of the Foundation for Social Connection</li></ul>Panelists:<ul><li><a href="https://healthyplacesbydesign.org/who-we-are/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Risa Wilkerson</a>: Executive Director of the nonprofit <a href="https://healthyplacesbydesign.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Healthy Places by Design</a> and author of the report, "Socially Connected Communities: Solutions for Social Isolation."</li><li><a href="https://www.erinpeavey.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Erin Peavey</a>: Architect and Design Researcher at <a href="https://www.hksinc.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HKS</a>, host of the podcast "Shared Space," and author of the report, "Connecting IRL: How the Built Environment Can Foster Social Health."</li><li><a href="https://thehappycity.com/team/paty-rios/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Paty Rios</a>: Research and Housing Lead at <a href="https://thehappycity.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Happy City</a>, specializing in social well-being in the built environment and methodology to design urban parks that promote social cohesion.</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasmine-little/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jasmine Little</a>: Experience Designer at <a href="https://culdesac.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Culdesac</a>, a real estate development company building the first car-free neighborhood from scratch in the US, and a community innovator.</li></ul>Agenda:<ul><li>45 min: Welcome &amp; Panel of Speakers</li><li>15 min: Audience Q&A </li><li>20 min: Breakout Discussions</li><li>10 min: Closing Remarks &amp; Announcements</li></ul>Suggested Reading:<ul><li>"<a href="https://healthyplacesbydesign.org/socially-connected-communities-solutions-for-social-isolation/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Socially Connected Communities: Solutions for Social Isolation</a>" by our panelist, Risa Wilkerson</li><li>"<a href="https://www.hksinc.com/how-we-think/research/connecting-irl-how-the-built-environment-can-foster-social-health/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Connecting IRL: How the Built Environment Can Foster Social Health</a>" by our panelist, Erin Peavey</li><li>"<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/13uc0GLD4ExPM8MQdWspAbaOaFPZNvpimaU4JyI1JioA/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Social Capital and Community Design</a>" by our host, Kasley Killam</li></ul><h3>The Series</h3>The Connect+Conversations series is led by <a href="https://www.socialhealthlabs.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Social Health Labs</a> and the <a href="https://www.social-connection.org/home" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Foundation for Social Connection</a> with support from <a href="https://committoconnect.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Commit to Connect</a>, a national initiative of the US Department of Health &amp; Human Services Administration for Community Living and AARP Foundation. Upcoming sessions in the series will explore the following themes:

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