The PROMISE-project

Prominent Reduction of loneliness among Older Migrants through Interventions and Social Engagement

In September 2024, the project Prominent Reduction of loneliness among Older Migrants through Interventions and Social Engagement (PROMISE) officially started. This project aims to gain deeper insight into the taboo surrounding loneliness and the various forms and causes of loneliness among older migrants from non-European countries. Together with older migrants and welfare professionals, we generate new knowledge, which is then translated into practical tools. In addition, we use this knowledge to adapt interventions and assess their effectiveness. These tools and interventions aim to help reach more lonely older migrants and address their loneliness more effectively.

The latest news

VU students devise creative solutions to reduce loneliness after PROMISE-project guest lecture
On February 11, Tineke Fokkema gave a guest lecture on the PROMISE-project to students at the Vrije Universiteit. Following this lecture, four multidisciplinary groups of five students, together with Silvia Klokgieters, developed interventions to reduce loneliness among migrants. Their proposals were very diverse, ranging from cooking workshops (see photo) and festivals to ICT lessons. It…
Update: four new societal partners
We are pleased to welcome four new societal partners: Are you curious about the PROMISE-project and would your organization like to join as a societal partner? If so, please email Tineke Fokkema (promise@nidi.nl).
Kick-Off PROMISE-Project
A promising start! In November 2024, the PROMISE-project was officially launched with an interactive Kick-Off event with our societal partners! Following a pleasant lunch, we began with an engaging presentation by project leader Tineke Fokkema, who introduced us to the mission and goals of the project. The presentation sparked a lively discussion, during which our…