who we are
About the Loneliness Taskforce Research Network
The primary aim of this network is to gather, create, and share high quality Irish evidence to inform the Loneliness Taskforce to enable policy change to help prevent and reduce loneliness in Ireland.
We endeavour to create an environment to share and collaborate research while ensuring the best evidence is actioned into practice resulting in an Ireland free from loneliness and its impact on health and society.
COMMITTED TO UNDERSTANDING LONELINESS
Embracing diverse perspectives, we seek to better understand loneliness across the life course.
DRIVEN BY COMMUNITY AND Evidence
We prioritize actionable insights from communities across the island to ensure policymakers make evidence-based decisions.
Our Causes
What We Do
Our commitment is to raise awareness, shape policies, and drive community engagement to address the pressing issue of loneliness across Ireland. We diligently work to illuminate the shadows of solitude, crafting strategies that foster societal support and bring warmth to individual lives. Through dedicated advocacy and collaboration, we empower communities to build a nurturing network, where every individual finds a place of belonging and connection.
Exploring Loneliness
Our research uncovers the depth of isolation in various demographics, driving tailored solutions.
Policy Advocacy
We push for policy reforms that acknowledge and address the multifaceted nature of loneliness.
Community Outreach
To engage those with lived experience of loneliness to develop research priorities, policy development, and ensure research is meaningful and relevant.