The Walrus Talks at Home: Place and Belonging | The Walrus

"How do the places where we gather shape how we connect? From housing to green spaces, public libraries to digital forums, the environments around us play a vital role in fostering belonging and community. At The Walrus Talks at Home: Place and Belonging, four expert speakers will share their unique perspectives on how the spaces we design and invest in can strengthen our social fabric."

"In this virtual talk, we'll explore the challenges and rewards of creating and sustaining "third spaces" (social environments outside of home and work), and consider the responsibility to create places that connect us and serve our communities. Join us online on November 4 for an evening of ideas and inspiration about how environments we create today can give a shared sense of belonging for generations to come."

Places where people gather shape social connections and a sense of belonging. Housing, green spaces, public libraries, and digital forums each influence how communities form and interact. Well-designed and well-supported third spaces—social environments outside home and work—offer opportunities for informal connection, civic engagement, and intergenerational exchange. Creating and sustaining such spaces requires thoughtful investment, inclusive design, and attention to accessibility. Virtual and physical environments both contribute to social fabric when they prioritize equity, representation, and community needs. Proactive stewardship of common spaces can strengthen belonging across generations and support resilient communities.

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