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CHALLENGE 29 / Culture & social life

New neighbours: belonging across generations

What is this challenge about?

How can a neighbourhood help newcomers and long-term residents, younger and older people, get to know one another and work together? Living nearby does not automatically create belonging. Explore a small shared activity, skill exchange, neighbourhood stories or introductions to local resources. Start with one building, street or voluntary group, including people who are less often heard. Look for lasting contact, participation across groups and new cooperation, rather than attendance at a single event alone.

From observation to a proposal

Start with a real situation in your neighbourhood or daily journey. Describe who experiences the problem, how your proposal would help, and who needs to be involved in making it happen.

01

Understand the need

Where does it happen, and who is affected? Listen to the people involved.

02

Start small and clearly

Outline a small pilot with clear resources, partners and a timeframe.

03

Make the impact measurable

How will you know the experience has improved? Define a measure and a way to gather feedback.

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Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 09:00, Mashhad Urban Innovation Factory. Sign in using SMS, then complete the registration form.

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