The Loneliness Epidemic: Combatting social isolation

People from all parts of society struggle with loneliness. Whether surrounded by people or literally isolated at home, loneliness is something most of us can relate to in some way. Some even say there is a loneliness epidemic.

So is there really a loneliness epidemic? Is it worse now than it has been in the past, or than it is elsewhere? What causes us to feel loneliness? Are there societal causes or mental health issues involved? What does it take to truly feel connected to one another?

Let's explore these questions together and discuss ways to combat social isolation. There will be some space to share personal experiences, we will analyze the issue together and find ways to combat the social isolation we and others experience.

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The formal education system affects us all. Not only are we forced to attend schools growing up, but academic research shapes our governments, our news, and how we view the world around us. As much as many of us want to believe in the promise of institutional education, the sad fact is that our schools and universities are undemocratic and elitist. They perpetuate inequalities instead of giving people the tools to fight them. This world is fucked.

Here at Radical Sunday School, though, we know that another world is possible. Everyone should be able to direct their own learning, to grow together with their communities, and to live as though they’re already free. There are countless examples of movements already putting these ideas into practice. This collective is trying to follow in their footsteps, organizing to explore new ways of learning based on principles of autonomy, mutual aid, and egalitarianism.

This is not intended to be a course that you would have to follow all the way through. Jump in and out whenever you like. Sessions will be held every Sunday at Joe's Garage.

Doors open at 17.30, we start sharp at 18.00!