Loneliness Awareness Week
What is Loneliness Awareness week?
Loneliness Awareness Week is a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness of loneliness and encouraging open, honest conversations about how it affects us all. It’s about building supportive, connected communities, and everyone in Newham has a role to play.
This year, the Community Pathway team is marking Loneliness Awareness Week by running a week of events and activities designed to create spaces for residents to meet and connect.
The theme: “Giving Loneliness A Voice”, continues that focus. It’s about recognising that loneliness is something many of us experience at different points in our lives and that getting together and talking about it can make a huge positive difference (Marmalade Trust 2026)
Why It Matters in Newham
In Newham, we believe that connection is a shared responsibility. Whether you're reaching out to a neighbour, joining a local group, or volunteering your time, small actions can make a big difference.
Through our Be Connected campaign, we’re working to support residents who are experiencing chronic loneliness—and to create spaces where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger.
Loneliness Awareness Week 2026 (15-21st June)
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Event details |
Member of Staff |
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Monday 15th June |
Stratford Library 3 The Grove, London E15 1EL From 2 - 4pm |
Tech and Tea Session Do you have a phone, laptop or computer you need help using? Join us for a relaxed and friendly session to help you use your device. Whether it’s using your devices, staying safe online, or exploring helpful apps, we’re here to help all while enjoying free cuppa. Email: muireann.mcmenamy@newham.gov.uk Refreshments / No booking required |
Noreen
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Tuesday 16th June |
Custom House Library Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ From 11 - 1pm |
Coffee Morning Drop-in and information session with Enabled Living No booking required |
Noreen |
| Tuesday 16th June |
The Resource Centre Chargeable Lane, Plaistow E13 From 12 – 3pm |
Men In Sheds Open Day Come and meet the shedders, paint a chatty bench or just enjoy cuppa and a chat. |
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Wednesday 17th June |
East Ham Library 328 Barking Road, East Ham London E6 2RT From 10am - 12pm |
Active Minds Free activities for people aged 50+ No booking required. Email:catarina.hortabargao@newham.gov.uk |
Shamilla with drop in table with information
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Thursday 18th June |
Custom House and Canning Town Neighbourhood Centre 18 Rathbone Market Barking Road Canning Town London E16 1EH From 11am-3pm |
Loneliness Awareness Information Day If you want to hold an information stall contact Noreen.mukalazi@newham.gov.uk |
Dementia Support and Partnerships, Age UK East London - Gift of Friendship – Befriending, Enabled Living, Change Grow Live, Newham talking Therapies |
| Thursday 18th June |
25 Freemasons Road, Custom House, E16 3AR From 3pm – 5pm |
Men’s wellbeing with Talk2Terry Talk2Terry is a free, safe and confidential men’s support group, with a mission to support men in the trials of everyday life through friendship and lived experience. Book via tel: 07956210496 Email: terry_regan@yahoo.com or just drop-in |
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Friday 19th June |
East Ham Library 328 Barking Road, East Ham London E6 2RT From 10am -12pm |
Tech and Tea Session Do you have a phone, laptop or computer you need help using? Join us for a relaxed and friendly session to help you use your device. Whether it’s using your devices, staying safe online, or exploring helpful apps, we’re here to help all while enjoying free cuppa. |
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Saturday 20th June |
Beckton Globe Youth Zone, Kingsford Way Beckton London E6 5JQ From 2- 4pm |
Friendship Club Loneliness Awareness themed games linked to connections and friendship, for adults with learning disabilities. |
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Get Involved
We’re inviting residents, community groups, local organisations, and services to take part in Loneliness Awareness Week 2026 by:
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Hosting community events or coffee mornings
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Organising group walks, creative workshops, or social activities
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Sharing stories and ideas that inspire connection
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Volunteering to support others in your neighbourhood
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Promoting local activities through your networks
Have an Idea? Want to Help Shape the Campaign?
We’d love to hear from you! If you have ideas or would like to help shape Newham’s Loneliness Awareness Week 2026, please get in touch:
