The Loneliness Epidemic: A Global Crisis
Loneliness is a pressing public health crisis with severe consequences for mortality, well-being, and economic productivity. It is not a personal failing but a systemic issue of disconnection. Our platform, hlomo, is designed to directly address this challenge by empowering existing communities to foster deeper, more meaningful connections. This section provides data on the scale of the problem in our target regions.
Health Impact
Social isolation significantly increases the risk of premature death, with an impact comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. It is also associated with a 50% increased risk of dementia.
Economic Cost
Loneliness contributes to workplace absenteeism and lower productivity, costing the UK economy an estimated £2.5 billion annually and the US economy billions more in healthcare costs and lost productivity.
Societal Fabric
High levels of loneliness are linked to lower levels of community trust and engagement, eroding the social cohesion that is vital for resilient and thriving societies.
A Vast & Addressable Market
Our go-to-market strategy focuses on onboarding existing, organized groups who already have a shared purpose but may lack the tools to foster deep, consistent engagement. This represents a significant and readily accessible market. Use the filters below to explore the landscape of potential communities across our initial target regions.
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hlomo's Theory of Change
Our approach is simple yet powerful. By providing communities with the right tools, we create a positive feedback loop of engagement and connection, leading to measurable improvements in individual well-being and community health. This diagram outlines our logical pathway from intervention to impact.
1. Onboard Communities
Provide platform tools to existing professional, hobby, and social groups.
2. Drive Engagement
Facilitate meaningful interactions, shared activities, and mutual support.
3. Strengthen Connections
Transform casual affiliations into strong, supportive social bonds.
4. Reduce Loneliness
Directly combat social isolation, improving mental and physical well-being.