City councils, citizens and civil society organisations are creating measures in neighbourhoods and communities to sustain social cohesion and to keep our spirits up.
Solidarity project for vulnerable people
A Greek-wide solidarity platform ensures basic supplies are distributed among vulnerable groups in all municipalities.
A message of thanks for volunteers
An LGBTQ support platform lets people write messages of thanks for its volunteers.
Tablets and internet access to for underprivileged pupils
Save the Children Italy provides children in their programmes with tablets and internet access to enable them to follow remote learning.
Direct mailings to patients in hospitals
A digital service of a hospital allows sending physical greeting cards to patients.
Anonymous Shopping Donations
To support people in need, people can donate goods while doing their shopping. The donations are then distributed by the municipality.
Telephone calls against loneliness
The social distancing measures implemented, are challenging for many people. To counter feelings of loneliness and isolation, a telephone project was initiated by the community on San Lazzaro (Italy). Community members are contacted and can share their feelings and needs or just have a quick exchange of words.
Crowdfunding platform helps to realize solidarity projects
A crowdfunding platform encourages the financing of solidarity initiatives and projects during the Covid-19 crisis.
Online pub quizzes
Pub quiz fans can continue their hobby online from the comfort of their home.
Debunking myths on Covid-19
Multilingual website offering reliable information on Covid-19 by experts and scientists.
Family packages for keeping busy at home
An initiative sends books, toys, and arts and crafts materials to children in need.
Matchmaking for dog walking
A Facebook group helps people who are self-isolating at home to get help walking their dog.
Helping governments to tackle challenges in technology, communications, and operations
A volunteer-run, non-partisan initiative helps governments to tackle challenges during the Covid-19 crisis.