This video series explores loneliness as a shared human experience, viewed through the cultural perspectives of communities often underrepresented in research. By amplifying voices from around the world—beginning with Zimbabwe—the series highlights how loneliness can be both universal and deeply personal, shaped by grief, culture, and changing social bonds. Through these stories, the series invites a global conversation to better understand and address loneliness together.

TWCF Video Series

Templeton World Charity Foundation Introductory Video

Our Multi-Country Investigation into Social Connection, Social Isolation, and Loneliness aims to give voice to people from the Global South.
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Templeton World Charity Foundation Video 1: What is Loneliness?

What is loneliness? Through our TWCF video series, we want to explore universal experiences of loneliness and social isolation from...
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Templeton World Charity Foundation Video 2: What is Disconnection?

What does disconnection feel like? Loneliness isn't just about being alone— it's about feeling alone even when surrounded by others....
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Templeton World Charity Foundation Video 3: How Does Loneliness Affect You?

Loneliness can drain your energy, your desire to do things, and even your relationships with others. It can make connection...
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Templeton World Charity Foundation Video 4 : Loneliness with Family

As we go through life, we often want to share our experiences with others— both the good and the bad....
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Templeton World Charity Foundation Video 5: Coping with loneliness

The solution to loneliness seems so clear: reconnect with others. But how can we do that when it feels so...
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