“A good family is better than a great program.” I’ve repeated this mantra often over the past decade as an advocate for kids in foster care. What I mean is that people thrive when they feel connected, ...

William & Mary faculty, staff and students from across campus and disciplines gathered for a day of learning focused on student connection and belonging. The event explored The Connection Project, an ...

Loneliness is a struggle for many of us. We’re all so busy that making time to socialize and build relationships can feel hard. Many of us don’t have a sense of community or even know our neighbors ...

In student development theory, a sense of belonging is the feeling of being included, valued and connected to a college community, which positively impacts academic success, retention and overall well ...

For many student-athletes, belonging starts within their sports teams. But what happens when they step outside of those familiar groups? That question is part of a broader effort at BYU to help all ...

Passion Works is a beacon for creativity and inclusivity across the region. What began as an experiment in kindness, Passion Work Studio in Athens, Ohio transformed a small gesture into a big idea: to ...

When you think of what kids need in order to be successful in school, you may not think about feelings of connection and belonging, but they’re two of the most important factors. I sat down with a ...

Students spent a few hours of their afternoon hand-stitching heart keychains and connections at the Christlike Community of Covenant Belonging event. “We recognize that we are here, knitting our ...

Amid increasing reports of worker loneliness and disconnection, workplaces with a sense of belonging may help their employees feel seen, heard and connected at work, according to a July 15 report from ...