Young people's experiences key to addressing loneliness

Young people's experiences key to addressing loneliness

The City of Greater Geelong is seeking young people to help tackle the growing impact of loneliness and isolation among the region’s youth. According to the City’s recent social inclusion needs analysis, 60 per cent of young people experience loneliness, which can have negative effects on their health, wellbeing, friendships and education. The needs analysis also found people living in areas of disadvantage or new growth felt more isolated than …