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Ever wanted to chat with a stranger, but didn’t know if they’d be open to communication? You’re not alone! A Social Project recently conducted in Victoria (The Fifty First Dates Project) has shed light on the growing desire for real connection between strangers.
We took matters into our own hands, deciding to start a monthly gathering where strangers can connect with each other. The “Meet A Stranger” events happen in public, during daylight. Strangers are paired at random, and the two have up to one hour to get to know each other, and view life from a someone else’s perspective. The free gathering is open to any adult who wishes to participate in a shared human experience.
In addition to building a sense of community, the monthly gatherings also aim to help soften the edges of judgement, and find common ground beyond social labels. This platonic meeting is a chance to get to know a complete stranger – if only for one hour. All are welcome.
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Read this article to know a bit more about the Meet a Stranger project.
Both Carrie and Jacinthe are delighted to announce that as of July 25, 2024, their "Meet A Stranger" Initiative is now officially sponsored by the City of Victoria and the Fairfield Gonzales Community Association. Thank you to both sponsors for their support!
Release
We are facilitating these gatherings to contribute to building a healthy community in which we get to know other community members regardless of their age, gender, or social background. By agreeing to participate, you understand the risks involved and you do not hold Jacinthe, Carrie, and the Meet a Stranger project responsible for any harm that might arise.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Meet a Stranger - Special Multigenerational EventCook Street Village Activity Centre, Victoria, BC
TAKE NOTE OF THE NEW LOCATION FOR THE DECEMBER EDITION
We are spicing things up for our Holiday Season edition!
December 21, we will be in the auditorium of the Cook Street Village Activity Centre (380 Cook Street) for our Special Multigenerational Edition of Meet A Stranger. Young parents, come mingle with the Boomer generation.
That's right! For the December event only, parents who have not been able to attend due to childcare barriers are invited to bring their kids along with something to keep them entertained while adults have a meaningful conversation with a stranger. Children won't be participating in the conversations, and while we will be asking a volunteer to play with the kids, parents are fully responsible for their little ones.
Hopefully this lively chaos will help alleviate social isolation that many may be feeling at this time of year.
As always, participants will be asked to drop their name in a jar for pairings that will be done after a short introduction from the organizers.
Drinks/Snacks
Note that the Cook Street Village has a café service that will be open until 3pm. Participants will be able to purchase coffee, tea, drinks, and snacks directly from them. These are offered at a reasonable price and they help the Centre run its fabulous programs. Mama Nadia’s Kitchen will then be open from 3-8:30 pm for food and drinks.To build together, we need to work together. So please come with an open mind, an open heart, and a touch of patience to the Cook Street Village Activity Centre (380 Cook Street) on Dec. 21 as we continue to find commonality through connection, one conversation at a time.
Release
We are facilitating these gatherings to contribute to building a healthy community in which we get to know other community members regardless of their age, gender, or social background. By agreeing to participate, you understand the risks involved and you do not hold Jacinthe, Carrie, and the Meet a Stranger project responsible for any harm that might arise.TAKE NOTE OF THE NEW LOCATION FOR THE DECEMBER EDITION
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For more information, check out our brand new website.
- Meet a StrangerFairfield Gonzales Community Centre, Victoria, BC
Finding commonality through connection - one conversation at a time.
Join us Saturday, January 18 at 2:15 pm at the Fairfield Gonzales Community Place for a one hour platonic conversation.
Participants will be asked to drop their name in a jar. Pairings will be done by drawing names from these jars, right after a short intro from the facilitators.
Follow us on instagram @project.meet.a.stranger
For more information, check out our brand new website.
