Ending Loneliness Together Inc
Ending Loneliness Together Inc (ABN 34 878 289 140) is an Australian nonprofit organisation focused on addressing loneliness and social isolation through evidence-based strategies and collaborative action. Established as a national network of universities, community groups, and industry partners, the organisation aims to reduce the social, health, and economic impacts of loneliness by fostering connectedness[2][4][5].

Mission and Objectives

The organisation’s mission is to halve chronic loneliness in Australia by 2030[5]. Key objectives include developing measurement tools and interventions backed by research, raising public awareness, and advocating for policy changes[2][4]. It emphasizes collaborative solutions that integrate academic research, community expertise, and lived experiences to address loneliness across all age groups[5].

Activities and Approach

Ending Loneliness Together operates through four pillars:

• Evidence: Building a robust framework for assessing loneliness and evaluating interventions[2][4].
• Inform: Providing resources to help individuals and communities understand and address loneliness[2].
• Influence: Advocating for systemic changes through partnerships with policymakers and stakeholders[4][5].
• Awareness: Campaigning to destigmatize loneliness and promote social connection[2][5].

The organisation collaborates with health professionals, academics, and advocacy groups to implement programs targeting at-risk populations, including older adults and marginalized communities[5].

Governance and Partnerships

It is governed by a board comprising researchers, nonprofit leaders, and industry representatives[2]. Key partners include universities, healthcare providers, and corporate entities, facilitating cross-sector initiatives to strengthen community resilience against loneliness[2][4][5].

Ending Loneliness Together is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and aligns its work with global frameworks such as the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing[3][5].

[1] https://endingloneliness.com.au [2] https://endingloneliness.com.au/about-us/ [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/e81b8f7f-99a3-ea11-a812-000d3ad1f9f4/profile [4] https://treasury.gov.au/sites/default/files/2023-03/c2023-379612-ending_loneliness_together.pdf [5] https://www.decadeofhealthyageing.org/find-knowledge/connect/organisations-networks/ending-loneliness-together