Impact Alliance
@impactalliance.bsky.social
Uniting over 50 purpose-led orgs in the West of England with the goal of making loneliness a stranger.
https://www.impact-alliance.co.uk/
https://www.impact-alliance.co.uk/
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at our launch event last night, and welcome to the #ImpactAlliance!
We are a coalition of over 50 purpose-driven organisations ready to tackle loneliness and isolation in the West of England. Together, we’re reimagining community, connection, and care.
We are a coalition of over 50 purpose-driven organisations ready to tackle loneliness and isolation in the West of England. Together, we’re reimagining community, connection, and care.
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Researchers analyzed 55k+ patient messages and found that AI drafts shaved off about 20s from clinician response times.
Cognitive burden of reviewing and editing the AI drafts might be even higher than writing the responses themselves.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Cognitive burden of reviewing and editing the AI drafts might be even higher than writing the responses themselves.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Utilization of Generative AI-drafted Responses for Managing Patient-Provider Communication - npj Digital Medicine
npj Digital Medicine - Utilization of Generative AI-drafted Responses for Managing Patient-Provider Communication
www.nature.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Researchers analyzed 55k+ patient messages and found that AI drafts shaved off about 20s from clinician response times.
Cognitive burden of reviewing and editing the AI drafts might be even higher than writing the responses themselves.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Cognitive burden of reviewing and editing the AI drafts might be even higher than writing the responses themselves.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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Love being reminded to do this every year. It's a win/win all round
November 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Love being reminded to do this every year. It's a win/win all round
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Prof Sergi Costa-Freda presents about interaction between hearing loss & dementia - are these causatively linked via social isolation? @gerisoc.bsky.social #Bgsconference
November 12, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Prof Sergi Costa-Freda presents about interaction between hearing loss & dementia - are these causatively linked via social isolation? @gerisoc.bsky.social #Bgsconference
"Rights, not charity. Spoken with, not spoken about."
Many congrats to WECIL on their 30th birthday, and to Ruth Pickersgill MBE, stepping down as Chair after being involved with WECIL since the start.
Many congrats to WECIL on their 30th birthday, and to Ruth Pickersgill MBE, stepping down as Chair after being involved with WECIL since the start.
November 10, 2025 at 2:12 PM
"Rights, not charity. Spoken with, not spoken about."
Many congrats to WECIL on their 30th birthday, and to Ruth Pickersgill MBE, stepping down as Chair after being involved with WECIL since the start.
Many congrats to WECIL on their 30th birthday, and to Ruth Pickersgill MBE, stepping down as Chair after being involved with WECIL since the start.
Today we are excited to announce our six pilot communities across the West of England where we will take action to understand and address #loneliness and build lasting social connection, working with local enabler organisations.
For more information, please go to our website: impact-alliance.co.uk
For more information, please go to our website: impact-alliance.co.uk
June 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Today we are excited to announce our six pilot communities across the West of England where we will take action to understand and address #loneliness and build lasting social connection, working with local enabler organisations.
For more information, please go to our website: impact-alliance.co.uk
For more information, please go to our website: impact-alliance.co.uk
This week, we’re supporting #LonelinessAwarenessWeek. 💛
Coinciding with our 6-month anniversary since our launch, this is a time to recognise that #loneliness is something we can all experience.
Our mission is simple – to make loneliness a stranger. Find out more 👉 www.impact-alliance.co.uk
Coinciding with our 6-month anniversary since our launch, this is a time to recognise that #loneliness is something we can all experience.
Our mission is simple – to make loneliness a stranger. Find out more 👉 www.impact-alliance.co.uk
June 13, 2025 at 8:10 AM
This week, we’re supporting #LonelinessAwarenessWeek. 💛
Coinciding with our 6-month anniversary since our launch, this is a time to recognise that #loneliness is something we can all experience.
Our mission is simple – to make loneliness a stranger. Find out more 👉 www.impact-alliance.co.uk
Coinciding with our 6-month anniversary since our launch, this is a time to recognise that #loneliness is something we can all experience.
Our mission is simple – to make loneliness a stranger. Find out more 👉 www.impact-alliance.co.uk
Fascinating new research explores how proteins linked to loneliness negatively affect our health. The findings demonstrate just how vital social contact is for us to stay healthy.
Have you read the article? Let us know your thoughts!
Read more in The Telegraph: www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/01...
Have you read the article? Let us know your thoughts!
Read more in The Telegraph: www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/01...
Cambridge scientists discover why loneliness is lethal
‘Proteins appear to play a key role’ by furring up the arteries, as academics warn of global public health concern
www.telegraph.co.uk
January 27, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Fascinating new research explores how proteins linked to loneliness negatively affect our health. The findings demonstrate just how vital social contact is for us to stay healthy.
Have you read the article? Let us know your thoughts!
Read more in The Telegraph: www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/01...
Have you read the article? Let us know your thoughts!
Read more in The Telegraph: www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/01...
Happy New Year from all of us at the Impact Alliance!
In 2025, we are looking forward to working together to deliver real change, driving our mission forward to #MakeLonelinessAStranger.
Join us to make a difference this year 👉 www.impact-alliance....
In 2025, we are looking forward to working together to deliver real change, driving our mission forward to #MakeLonelinessAStranger.
Join us to make a difference this year 👉 www.impact-alliance....
January 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Happy New Year from all of us at the Impact Alliance!
In 2025, we are looking forward to working together to deliver real change, driving our mission forward to #MakeLonelinessAStranger.
Join us to make a difference this year 👉 www.impact-alliance....
In 2025, we are looking forward to working together to deliver real change, driving our mission forward to #MakeLonelinessAStranger.
Join us to make a difference this year 👉 www.impact-alliance....
Loneliness doesn’t take a holiday, even during the festive season. For many, this time of year can heighten feelings of isolation and loneliness. The Impact Alliance believes no one should have to face the holidays alone. Together, we can transform lives and build stronger, healthier communities. 💪❤️
December 27, 2024 at 11:32 AM
Loneliness doesn’t take a holiday, even during the festive season. For many, this time of year can heighten feelings of isolation and loneliness. The Impact Alliance believes no one should have to face the holidays alone. Together, we can transform lives and build stronger, healthier communities. 💪❤️
Season’s greetings from all of us here at the #ImpactAlliance! 🌟
The holiday season can feel magical, but for some, it can feel lonely.
That’s why we’re committed to tackling loneliness - because everyone deserves to feel valued, every day of the year.
The holiday season can feel magical, but for some, it can feel lonely.
That’s why we’re committed to tackling loneliness - because everyone deserves to feel valued, every day of the year.
December 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Season’s greetings from all of us here at the #ImpactAlliance! 🌟
The holiday season can feel magical, but for some, it can feel lonely.
That’s why we’re committed to tackling loneliness - because everyone deserves to feel valued, every day of the year.
The holiday season can feel magical, but for some, it can feel lonely.
That’s why we’re committed to tackling loneliness - because everyone deserves to feel valued, every day of the year.
Thank you to everyone who shared such positive feedback about our launch event this month!
It was truly inspiring to bring together individuals, organisations, academics, activists, and businesses to discuss the pressing challenge of #loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #TogetherForChange
It was truly inspiring to bring together individuals, organisations, academics, activists, and businesses to discuss the pressing challenge of #loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #TogetherForChange
December 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Thank you to everyone who shared such positive feedback about our launch event this month!
It was truly inspiring to bring together individuals, organisations, academics, activists, and businesses to discuss the pressing challenge of #loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #TogetherForChange
It was truly inspiring to bring together individuals, organisations, academics, activists, and businesses to discuss the pressing challenge of #loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #TogetherForChange
Loneliness doesn’t discriminate; it touches people of all ages and backgrounds, often leading to mental and physical health concerns, and a diminished quality of life.
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to loneliness. By working together, we can build a more connected society. 🌟
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to loneliness. By working together, we can build a more connected society. 🌟
December 20, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Loneliness doesn’t discriminate; it touches people of all ages and backgrounds, often leading to mental and physical health concerns, and a diminished quality of life.
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to loneliness. By working together, we can build a more connected society. 🌟
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to loneliness. By working together, we can build a more connected society. 🌟
What are we fighting for? A society where everyone feels seen, heard and valued.
We’re working to create a place where all of us – communities, councils, companies, charities and change makers – join forces in making #loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance #EndLoneliness #CommunityChange
We’re working to create a place where all of us – communities, councils, companies, charities and change makers – join forces in making #loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance #EndLoneliness #CommunityChange
December 19, 2024 at 3:22 PM
What are we fighting for? A society where everyone feels seen, heard and valued.
We’re working to create a place where all of us – communities, councils, companies, charities and change makers – join forces in making #loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance #EndLoneliness #CommunityChange
We’re working to create a place where all of us – communities, councils, companies, charities and change makers – join forces in making #loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance #EndLoneliness #CommunityChange
@age-uk.bsky.social’s latest report, “You are not alone in feeling lonely”, sheds light on the urgent need to address loneliness among older people in the UK.
The report calls for a ‘whole system’ response, and we couldn’t agree more. Read the full report 👉 www.ageuk.org.uk/siteassets/d...
The report calls for a ‘whole system’ response, and we couldn’t agree more. Read the full report 👉 www.ageuk.org.uk/siteassets/d...
December 17, 2024 at 2:40 PM
@age-uk.bsky.social’s latest report, “You are not alone in feeling lonely”, sheds light on the urgent need to address loneliness among older people in the UK.
The report calls for a ‘whole system’ response, and we couldn’t agree more. Read the full report 👉 www.ageuk.org.uk/siteassets/d...
The report calls for a ‘whole system’ response, and we couldn’t agree more. Read the full report 👉 www.ageuk.org.uk/siteassets/d...
The Impact Alliance is live, and we’re thrilled to have shared our mission with so many passionate changemakers!
Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in our mission to end loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #EndIsolation #EndLoneliness #TogetherForChange
Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in our mission to end loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #EndIsolation #EndLoneliness #TogetherForChange
December 11, 2024 at 2:02 PM
The Impact Alliance is live, and we’re thrilled to have shared our mission with so many passionate changemakers!
Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in our mission to end loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #EndIsolation #EndLoneliness #TogetherForChange
Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in our mission to end loneliness.
#ImpactAlliance #EndIsolation #EndLoneliness #TogetherForChange
Imagine a world where no one has to feel alone. That’s our vision. The Impact Alliance is here to create lasting change by supporting grassroots efforts and investing in local solutions. Together, we can make a difference.
#ImpactAlliance #MakeADifference #EndLoneliness
#ImpactAlliance #MakeADifference #EndLoneliness
December 9, 2024 at 2:02 PM
Imagine a world where no one has to feel alone. That’s our vision. The Impact Alliance is here to create lasting change by supporting grassroots efforts and investing in local solutions. Together, we can make a difference.
#ImpactAlliance #MakeADifference #EndLoneliness
#ImpactAlliance #MakeADifference #EndLoneliness
We came away from our launch event this week feeling more inspired than ever thanks to our brilliant speakers!
Our expert speakers highlighted just how important it is for us to work together, rather than in isolation, to make meaningful and lasting change.
#ImpactAlliance #MakeLonelinessAStranger
Our expert speakers highlighted just how important it is for us to work together, rather than in isolation, to make meaningful and lasting change.
#ImpactAlliance #MakeLonelinessAStranger
December 6, 2024 at 3:16 PM
We came away from our launch event this week feeling more inspired than ever thanks to our brilliant speakers!
Our expert speakers highlighted just how important it is for us to work together, rather than in isolation, to make meaningful and lasting change.
#ImpactAlliance #MakeLonelinessAStranger
Our expert speakers highlighted just how important it is for us to work together, rather than in isolation, to make meaningful and lasting change.
#ImpactAlliance #MakeLonelinessAStranger
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It was great to be a part of the @impactalliance.bsky.social launch this week at the @bristolbeacon.bsky.social! 🎉
We are excited to take the next step in this innovative and ambitious journey and work together towards a world where no one has to feel alone.
Find out more ⬇️
We are excited to take the next step in this innovative and ambitious journey and work together towards a world where no one has to feel alone.
Find out more ⬇️
December 5, 2024 at 2:25 PM
It was great to be a part of the @impactalliance.bsky.social launch this week at the @bristolbeacon.bsky.social! 🎉
We are excited to take the next step in this innovative and ambitious journey and work together towards a world where no one has to feel alone.
Find out more ⬇️
We are excited to take the next step in this innovative and ambitious journey and work together towards a world where no one has to feel alone.
Find out more ⬇️
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our launch event last night, and welcome to the #ImpactAlliance!
We are a coalition of over 50 purpose-driven organisations ready to tackle loneliness and isolation in the West of England. Together, we’re reimagining community, connection, and care.
We are a coalition of over 50 purpose-driven organisations ready to tackle loneliness and isolation in the West of England. Together, we’re reimagining community, connection, and care.
December 4, 2024 at 1:20 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our launch event last night, and welcome to the #ImpactAlliance!
We are a coalition of over 50 purpose-driven organisations ready to tackle loneliness and isolation in the West of England. Together, we’re reimagining community, connection, and care.
We are a coalition of over 50 purpose-driven organisations ready to tackle loneliness and isolation in the West of England. Together, we’re reimagining community, connection, and care.
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The @impactalliance.bsky.social have big, ambitious plans for tackling loneliness through cross sector action. Delighted to help them launch their work to a wider audience tonight in the gorgeous @bristolbeacon.bsky.social
Big thank you to @katejopling.bsky.social for sharing her expertise and insights with us this evening.
Kate highlighted the consequences of #loneliness and why it is so important to tackle loneliness now, motivating us even more in our mission to make loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance
Kate highlighted the consequences of #loneliness and why it is so important to tackle loneliness now, motivating us even more in our mission to make loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance
December 3, 2024 at 8:04 PM
The @impactalliance.bsky.social have big, ambitious plans for tackling loneliness through cross sector action. Delighted to help them launch their work to a wider audience tonight in the gorgeous @bristolbeacon.bsky.social
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Fascinating evening at @bristolbeacon.bsky.social for the @impactalliance.bsky.social launch event this evening! I’m so pleased that @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social is an official supporter and I’m really excited about what this movement can achieve to reduce loneliness - this is just the beginning!
December 3, 2024 at 8:34 PM
Fascinating evening at @bristolbeacon.bsky.social for the @impactalliance.bsky.social launch event this evening! I’m so pleased that @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social is an official supporter and I’m really excited about what this movement can achieve to reduce loneliness - this is just the beginning!
An insightful panel with thoughts from Age UK Bristol, @sgloscouncil.bsky.social, @uniofbath.bsky.social, and @businesswest.bsky.social.💡
Great to hear why each of them has chosen to join the #ImpactAlliance and why they think this new collaborative approach is needed to #EndLoneliness.
Great to hear why each of them has chosen to join the #ImpactAlliance and why they think this new collaborative approach is needed to #EndLoneliness.
December 3, 2024 at 7:12 PM
An insightful panel with thoughts from Age UK Bristol, @sgloscouncil.bsky.social, @uniofbath.bsky.social, and @businesswest.bsky.social.💡
Great to hear why each of them has chosen to join the #ImpactAlliance and why they think this new collaborative approach is needed to #EndLoneliness.
Great to hear why each of them has chosen to join the #ImpactAlliance and why they think this new collaborative approach is needed to #EndLoneliness.
Big thank you to @katejopling.bsky.social for sharing her expertise and insights with us this evening.
Kate highlighted the consequences of #loneliness and why it is so important to tackle loneliness now, motivating us even more in our mission to make loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance
Kate highlighted the consequences of #loneliness and why it is so important to tackle loneliness now, motivating us even more in our mission to make loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance
December 3, 2024 at 6:30 PM
Big thank you to @katejopling.bsky.social for sharing her expertise and insights with us this evening.
Kate highlighted the consequences of #loneliness and why it is so important to tackle loneliness now, motivating us even more in our mission to make loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance
Kate highlighted the consequences of #loneliness and why it is so important to tackle loneliness now, motivating us even more in our mission to make loneliness a stranger.
#ImpactAlliance
Great to hear from David Williams, CEO of @stmonicatrust.bsky.social, who sparked the initial discussions and idea for the #ImpactAlliance. David spoke about how important it is for us to work collectively and at the grassroots level to really understand the challenges we need to tackle.
December 3, 2024 at 6:17 PM
Great to hear from David Williams, CEO of @stmonicatrust.bsky.social, who sparked the initial discussions and idea for the #ImpactAlliance. David spoke about how important it is for us to work collectively and at the grassroots level to really understand the challenges we need to tackle.
We’re excited to be at @bristolbeacon.bsky.social tonight for our official launch! 🎉 We’ll be hearing from a panel of experts in the fields of business, education, housing, older people and care interviewed by Jonathan Dimbleby, hearing their unique perspectives on the challenge of #loneliness.
December 3, 2024 at 5:31 PM
We’re excited to be at @bristolbeacon.bsky.social tonight for our official launch! 🎉 We’ll be hearing from a panel of experts in the fields of business, education, housing, older people and care interviewed by Jonathan Dimbleby, hearing their unique perspectives on the challenge of #loneliness.