Episode: Build for Community – Tackling Loneliness Through Creative Connection!This episode inspires children to explore social awareness, community care, and emotional intelligence, while learning and playing hands-on. Welcome to the Build the Change: Planet People Podcast, brought to you by the LEGO Group and The Day!In this heartwarming episode, hosts Natalie Rodden and Priya Chauhan challenge young listeners aged 7–14 to design a creative project that helps people feel less lonely and more connected in their community.Theme: Build for Community – A Build for Belonging Challenge.This episode focuses on "Build for Community," a challenge within the Build for Belonging series! Grab your LEGO® bricks, recycled materials, or art supplies and start building something that brings people together and helps tackle loneliness in imaginative, meaningful ways.Special Guest:Andrea Wigfield Co-Director of the Campaign to End Loneliness, Andrea shares real insights about why loneliness matters and how young people can be part of the solution.Who is this for?Teachers & EducatorsUse for design thinking or social/community themed sessions.Home Schoolers & ClubsGreat for LEGO Clubs, after-school and breakfast clubs.Families – A fun way to explore empathy and connection through creativity.You can build as you listen!Interactive Elements:Build for Community – Design something that helps people feel more connected.Empathy in Action – Explore how kindness and design can reduce loneliness.Make a Difference – Create a build that supports your local community.Join the Competition – Share your idea to win amazing LEGO prizes!Enter here: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competitionShare your ideas with us! Upload your design to the #buildthechangegallery https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/inspiration-gallery/ (note: this won’t be counted as a competition entry) Stay Connected:Subscribe for more episodes full of creativity, empathy, and social impact!Learn more at: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/Contact & Social Media:https://www.lego.com/ https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk/competition/ https://www.facebook.com/thedayuk/ https://www.instagram.com/theday_uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-day-news/ https://x.com/thedaytweetsDisclaimer: This podcast is brought to you by the LEGO Group’s social impact program Build the Change and The Day. For more information on our privacy policy and terms of service, visit our websites.Full T&Cs & Prize details: https://buildthechange.theday.co.uk.

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