The article discusses the rising issue of social isolation and its adverse effects on health and civic engagement. It introduces an event, The Walrus Talks Reimagining Volunteerism, aimed at addressing these challenges through discussions on the transformative power of service. Highlighting volunteerism as a tool to enhance community cohesion and individual agency, the event will feature seven speakers. Attendees will gain insights into overcoming barriers to volunteering and discover new perspectives on community service beyond traditional roles. The event aims to create connections that foster belonging and counter the polarization affecting society.
The growing trend of social isolation is one of the major challenges facing our world today.
Volunteerism can build shared purpose, individual agency, and community cohesion.
Join us as we look at the power of volunteerism to counter social isolation.
This evening aims to reshape how you think about the value of meeting the needs of others.
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