The country tackling loneliness
How the Netherlands is making a serious attempt to tackle something we can all feel at times in our lives
Loneliness affects millions of people around the world and can have a significant impact on our mental and physical health.
In the Netherlands, they are taking the problem seriously, with a national coalition of organisations all trying to bring people together and build connections.
We visit a youth club teaching teenagers how to overcome shyness and social anxiety. Plus, we drop in on a soup-making session that's bringing the generations together, and breaking down stereotypes.
Presenter: Myra Anubi
Reporter/producer: Claire Bates
Series Producer: Jon Bithrey
Editor: Bridget Harney
Sound mix: Gareth Jones
email: peoplefixingtheworld@bbc.co.uk
(Image: Queen Maxima of the Netherlands at Oma's Soup, Getty Images)
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