The Commission intends to shift the public understanding and the conversation on social connection and sees value in both a global digital campaign and community action to maximise impact. Lived experience is central to this work. This public-facing strand of work will expand after the launch of their flagship report in 2025. It will also harness the communications power of allies and amplifiers with reach and a proven track record of advocating against social isolation and loneliness.

National policies and laws show political commitment and establish regulations and guidelines that can foster social connection and reduce loneliness and social isolation. A global review of policies, strategies, and national action plans is underway. This will inform the Commission report and support Commissioners to engage with country representatives to exchange information and lessons learnt.

Data on social isolation and loneliness is crucial for identifying the extent of the issue, discern trends, and track progress. Understanding which interventions work best to reduce social isolation and loneliness is essential for effectively allocating resources and implementing programs that truly benefit individuals. The Commission is identifying opportunities to strengthen data and scale up effective interventions.