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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.
Data Tools
Loneliness in Europe, in data
Find surveys to analyse, see what published studies report, and choose a measure.
Surveys
Who asks this question?
European surveys that measure loneliness or social isolation, and where each dataset is held.
Find surveys → EvidenceWhat do studies find?
Loneliness scores, and links with income, education, and social status, pooled across published studies.
See the evidence → MeasuresHow else can you ask it?
Questionnaires on loneliness and social connection from studies worldwide, with their questions.
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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 Briefs
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.
Sign up for the Social Isolation and Loneliness Network
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.
The network meets on Ties, where members share their work and events across Europe.
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