Loneliness Taskforce Research Network: A Step Towards Togetherness - Dr. Joanna McHugh Power
The Loneliness Taskforce Research Network, launched in 2023, is an initiative aimed at addressing Ireland's notably high rates of loneliness, a significant issue with wide-ranging health impacts. Led by Dr. Joanna McHugh Power from Maynooth University’s Department of Psychology, the network seeks to foster high-quality research to guide policy and practical interventions. Supported by the organisation ALONE, the network connects researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to identify key priorities, including understanding youth loneliness, evaluating existing interventions, and exploring the unique drivers of loneliness in Ireland. The inaugural event in 2024 set the stage for collaborative efforts to tackle this pressing societal challenge.
More information on the research network is on the website: www.lonelinessresearch.org.