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Elizabeth Cox, Executive Director of the San Diego Chamber of Connection, joins host Jose Cruz to explore how a new “chamber of connection” model is tackling rising loneliness and social disconnection across San Diego County. Drawing on national data and the Chamber’s “six points of connection” framework, she explains why only a small share of Americans are socially thriving and how neighborhood contact, third places, communities of play, and communities of service can rebuild the social fabric. Cox details initiatives like the Welcome Committee, Welcome Week, and the emerging Community Builders Network, as well as the upcoming Together SD Day that unites Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions, and other partners around service and human connection. She also discusses strategies to better welcome the 100,000 newcomers arriving in San Diego each year, the health and economic impacts of isolation, and the importance of everyday invitations, from potlucks to block parties, in creating a more connected, resilient region.
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About The San Diego Council On Literacy
Since 1986, The San Diego Council On Literacy has been dedicated to the mission of "Literacy For All." Central to the literacy effort in San Diego County is the work of the 35 programs that are affiliated with the San Diego Council on Literacy. Annually, they serve over 100,000 residents of all ages, at no cost. We are honored to work in partnership with dedicated organizations that provide tutoring, literacy resources, and support to the community.
To learn more about The San Diego Council On Literacy, please visit www.literacysandiego.org
About LIFE: San Diego
Literacy Is For Everyone (LIFE): San Diego is a privately funded program to venture test small scale new ideas for increasing literacy for young adults ranging from reading and math to science and media.
About Cloudcast Media
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This episode was produced by Shreyasi Mukund, Associate Producer and Brandon Joe, Senior Producer.
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