LONELY-EU
Tackling social isolation and loneliness across Europe.
Our Vision
Solutions Against Social Isolation and Loneliness
LONELY-EU brings together leading experts from science, policy, and communication to address social isolation and loneliness across Europe.
Our vision is to create a connected Europe where every person can access the relationships and support they need to thrive.
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Online Country Visit Portugal – 19th January 2026
What would it take to turn #loneliness research into real policy? 🇵🇹
Not another report that sits on a shelf. Not a pilot project that never grows. But practical policies that can work at EU, national and local level.
That is what @LONELY-EU is working on. We are a Horizon Europe project bringing together policymakers, researchers and civil society.
One of the ways we do this: online country policy dialogues.
These sessions are designed to:
→ Connect what we know from research with what countries actually need
→ Find out what is already happening, so we do not duplicate efforts
→ Bring policymakers, practitioners and researchers into the same conversation
→ Prepare the ground for working together in person
Our first dialogue focuses on Portugal 🇵🇹 on 19 January 2026 12:00 (13:00 CET)
Do you work on health, social policy, youth, local government or community initiatives in Portugal? Or do you know someone who does?
👉 Sign up here
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O que seria preciso para transformar a investigação sobre #solidão em políticas concretas? 🇵🇹
Não mais um relatório que fica na gaveta. Não mais um projeto-piloto que nunca cresce. Mas políticas práticas que funcionem a nível europeu, nacional e local.
É nisso que o @LONELY-EU está a trabalhar. Somos um projeto Horizonte Europa que junta decisores políticos, investigadores e sociedade civil.
Uma das formas como fazemos isto: diálogos políticos online por país.
Estas sessões servem para:
→ Ligar o que sabemos da investigação ao que os países realmente precisam
→ Perceber o que já está a ser feito, para não duplicar esforços
→ Juntar decisores políticos, profissionais e investigadores na mesma conversa
→ Preparar o terreno para colaboração presencial
O nosso primeiro diálogo é sobre Portugal 🇵🇹 16 janeiro de 2026 12:00
Trabalha em saúde, política social, juventude, governo local ou iniciativas comunitárias em Portugal? Ou conhece alguém que trabalha?
👉 Inscreva se aqui
ZUSAMMENHALT STÄRKEN, Einsamkeit als gemeinsame Herausforderung Österreichs und Europas
Our Pillars
Understanding
Studying the socioeconomic impacts and outcomes of loneliness and social isolation across Europe.
Developing
Designing and testing evidence-based policies that reduce loneliness and strengthen social connection.
Building
Creating a lasting European network that links research, policy, and practice for shared solutions.
Research
LONELY-EU conducts research across multiple disciplines — psychology, sociology, public health, and policy science — to understand loneliness in context.
Approach
Our approach translates scientific rigor into real-world applications for social connection in the European Union.
Findings
We generate data-driven insights that deepen understanding of loneliness and inform effective interventions.
Governance
Our research follows strict ethical and data management standards to ensure transparency and trust.
Policy
LONELY-EU transforms research insights into action by connecting scientists, policymakers, and community leaders. The project’s policy work ensures that evidence-based solutions reach the people and institutions shaping Europe’s social future. Through networks, recommendations, and governance frameworks, this pillar helps make social isolation and loneliness a shared European priority.
E2A Board
A European advisory group connecting researchers and policymakers to guide action against loneliness.
Network
A growing platform that links national and regional actors addressing social isolation and loneliness across Europe.
Policy Recommendations
Evidence-based briefs that translate research into practical solutions for decision-makers.
Governance & Regulations
Documents guiding our LONELY-EU network
Consortium
The LONELY-EU consortium combines scientific expertise, policy expertise, and networking and communication expertise from a diverse array of EU nations.
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Addressing Social Isolation and Loneliness is a joint effort. Join us in advancing solutions for social isolation and loneliness. The Social Isolation and Loneliness network connects researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to develop effective and scalable interventions that promote well-being across Europe.