Huercal launches workshop to tackle loneliness

The council initiative aims to create safe spaces for connection and emotional wellbeing among local residents, offering open workshops where people can meet each other, reflect, and build new social ties.

Building connections through shared experiences

The Ayuntamiento de Huercal de Almeria has announced a free community workshop designed to address soledad no deseada (unwanted loneliness) through reflection and shared experiences.

The sessions will take place at the Centro de 3ª Edad November 3, 10 and 17, starting at 10am. The sessions are a great opportunity and open for anyone who is interested in exploring the topic or meeting others in a friendly, supportive space.

Organised in collaboration with the Diputación de Almeria, the initiative aims to help residents better understand loneliness, build emotional resilience, and create new social networks within the local community. 

What the initiative could do for you

The workshop is described by organisers as “a space of encounter and reflection” – a setting where participants can openly share their experiences, discuss coping strategies, and connect with others who may face similar feelings of isolation. 

Sessions will include guided group discussions, practical exercises, and opportunities for participants to collaborate on small community-based projects that encourage continued interaction beyond the programme itself. 

In addition to offering emotional support, the organisers hope the sessions will help spark lasting friendships and strengthen Huercal’s sense of neighbourhood unity.

Combating a growing issue in society

Unwanted loneliness has become a recognised public health concern across Spain, particularly affecting older people and those who live alone. According to a report by Fundación La Caixa, more than 13% of Spaniards feel lonely frequently – a figure that has steadily risen over the last decade. 

By hosting this initiative, Huercal de Almeria joins other Andalucian towns in promoting inclusion, connection, and mental wellbeing through proactive local action. 

Residents can find more information or sign up through the town hall’s official communication channels. 

You can read more about what’s happening in Huercal de Almeria here.