Kim Samuel @kim_belonging
Founder and Chief Belonging Officer @sconnectedness, Educator and Author of On Belonging. Working to drive a global movement advocating for the #RightToBelong. onbelongingbook.com Joined September 2022-
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I summarised the key insights in @PsychToday, from our major new study. The Belonging Forum reveals how to reconnect to people, place, power, and purpose in the UK. Learn more 👇 psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/the-po…
👶DorPIP, Dorset's sole parent-infant relationship service, reports a surge in demand amid pandemic challenges. We must support their vital work in nurturing bonds and connection between parents and babies, ensuring that every child has a strong start. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan…
🌳♟️Naure and togetherness. Two parks in Hull now feature concrete tables with built-in chess boards. Supported by Hull City Council, these additions will enhance a vibrant community space and help foster connection. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan…
I am concerned by the decision to replace taxi vouchers with bus passes by @SwindonCouncil. It will worsen isolation for older and individuals with disabilities who rely on taxis for mobility. I call for reconsideration to address their specific needs. swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/24211695.…
I featured on the Flow Podcast, hosted by the wonderful Sheila Das. We explore how our conversation, as well as the structures and systems we live in, create connection. Listen now! 🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/78JU2k…
"We need to prioritise belonging if humanity is to survive and thrive." Understand more about how people find belonging in the latest Women With Impact, featuring our Founder and Chief Belonging Officer @kim_belonging 👇 open.substack.com/pub/womenwithi…
🎭Wonderful news! A theatre company which empowers adults with disabilities on stage has secured funding, assuring its future. It's important for those with disabilities to feel a connection with their activities, and supportive hubs stay open. london-post.co.uk/lifeline-for-d…
🌟 Congratulations to former GB para-athlete Claire Buckle on this remarkable step towards inclusion! Her new Xplore DisAbility app simulates the experience of various disabilities to foster first-hand understanding. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan…
Londoners are lonelier than rest of country. I featured in @standardnews, read more 👇 standard.co.uk/news/london/lo…
🌍Young people are less happy than older generations according to global research. I agree strongly with @Surgeon_General Vivek Murthy, the fact that children are already experiencing the equivalent of a midlife crisis demands immediate policy action. theguardian.com/society/2024/m…
Last night I featured on @BBCNews 🗞️ The reason why? 35% of Londoners report being often lonely or some of the time, that's compared to 28% for the rest of the United Kingdom.
Loneliness isn't just a feeling, it's a health threat - especially for older adults. Research shows it's linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, and cognitive decline. Let's prioritise combatting loneliness as the public health issue it is. longevity.technology/lifestyle/lone…
I featured in this article, learn why ⤵️ euro.dayfr.com/business/19742…
💔One-quarter of people with disabilities avoid public transport due to inaccessibility. We must ensure we improve infrastructure and train staff so people with disabilities can feel the fundamental #righttobelong. learningdisabilitytoday.co.uk/news/one-quart…
There is deeply entrenched and systemic ageism, meaning older people are missing out on treatment for symptoms of mental illness, according to @age_uk. Older people should not be left out of policymaking regarding mental health. news.sky.com/story/deeply-e…
This Guardian article reports that @barnardos has found that UK teens believe they will have harder lives than their parents, due to the cost of living crisis and climate change. Young people have a right to feel valued and that they #belong. theguardian.com/society/2024/m…
💳Banks are closing in large numbers – however, not everyone can or will online bank. It excludes people with disabilities and older people who rely on face-to-face assistance. I urge banks to reconsider and place their customers and communities first. thetimes.co.uk/article/natwes…
People living with disabilities are significantly more likely to report feeling lonely than the general population, our landmark poll of more than 10,000 Brits has revealed. Thank you for sharing @DisRightsUK ❤️
People living with disabilities are significantly more likely to report feeling lonely than the general population, our landmark poll of more than 10,000 Brits has revealed. Thank you for sharing @DisRightsUK ❤️
The Motability Foundation has appointed Nigel Fletcher as CEO – the first disabled person to lead the charity in its history. He states that his disability is his greatest asset. It's wonderful to see individuals with disabilities make history. civilsociety.co.uk/news/240m-disa…
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@LP_LaPresse Disconnection is not just bad for your health - it's bad for democracy, explains @kim_belonging
@kim_belonging I wish South African streets realize this, because I feel the same way when it comes tio SA.
Kin and kindness > conta.cc/4c7gLT8 In this edition of the Resurgence newsletter, we explore the themes of kin and kindness through recent Resurgence & Ecologist articles and an invitation to return to one of last year's issues, 'Finding kinship'. We also invite you to…
A poll from the Belonging Forum has revealed that Disabled people are significantly lonelier than non-Disabled people and 14% report no close friends at all. Read the full story by clicking the link 👇 disabilityrightsuk.org/news/poll-reve…
@kim_belonging @Daily_Express Everyone is welcome at theglamourclub.co.uk here in @Iloveworthing every other month. A great night out during the day.
🖋️ "Unrealistic expectations are being imposed on women, thanks in large part to our toxic social-media culture" | Writes @CamillaTominey Read the full comment below ⬇️ telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/03/1…
@kim_belonging @UKHouseofLords It was wonderful to have you Kim. Thanks for being a great judge.
Join the belonging movement! The #SamuelFamilyFoundation, a proud supporter of @sconnectedness and other incredible organizations, is hiring a full-time EA based in Toronto. Learn more and apply: linkedin.com/jobs/view/3847…
Brilliant piece by @CamillaTominey linking the bullying of #ThePrincessOfWales with recent research by #TheBelongingForum highlighting how lonely and isolated many young women feel. @PagefieldLondon @kim_belonging telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/03/1…
Balanced article on social media: comparison culture obstructing valuable bonding @EndLonelinessUK @f4sc @EndLonelinessAU @nereiraguyer @BeUnLonely
💬 While social media can be a useful tool for connecting with others, it can also have the capacity to lead to feelings of isolation and negativity. We must ensure to set boundaries, take breaks if needed and prioritise face-to-face interactions. popsugar.co.uk/fitness/loneli…
Are you a student, a recent grad, an early-career researcher and/or a person with relevant lived experience who wants to study social connection and belonging? We got you. Apply today for a 💸 paid 💸 Summer 2024 Social Connectedness Fellowship. 🔗 socialconnectedness.org/fellowship-pro…
How I wish people invested in social connection because it is as important as our health.
Loneliness is a modern epidemic, comparable to tobacco use, says US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy. The prescription? Human connection. We must prioritise building meaningful relationships for our well-being. #socialconnection theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2…
@kim_belonging Yep. It will be far from the only facing these kinds of cuts yet these services are often the last line of human contact for the most lonely mercers.co.uk/sites/default/…
This is leadership for our time.
Loneliness is a modern epidemic, comparable to tobacco use, says US Surgeon General Dr Vivek Murthy. The prescription? Human connection. We must prioritise building meaningful relationships for our well-being. #socialconnection theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2…
Thankyou for an 3 days of insightful discussions and brainstorming on wellbeing and its global measurement, and honour to have been part of this technical group. Thank you for such an encouraging feedback! @ophi_oxford @kim_belonging @sconnectedness
Let's rediscover the love for our communities this February 14th , writes @kim_belonging for LBC Views lbc.co.uk/opinion/views/…
📢 Our 2024 Social Connectedness Fellowships are opening soon! Applications for the Summer 2024 cohort open Feb. 19, 2024. Visit our website to find out what to prepare and how to apply. 🔗 socialconnectedness.org/fellowship-pro… #SocialConnectednessFellows #Belonging #Research