What we’re about
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 (1)
See all- Meet A StrangerFairfield Gonzales Community Centre, Victoria, BC
Finding commonality through connection - one conversation at a time.
Join us Saturday, May 17th at 2:15 pm at the Fairfield Gonzales Community Place for a one hour platonic conversation.
A gentle reminder that this is a scent-free event. Thank you for your collaboration.
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.
Please be there by 2:15pm. Participants arriving late may not be able to join.
Location
We are so thrilled to be sponsored by the Fairfield Gonzales Community Association for this event. Still, if you are able to, we strongly encourage you to come dressed according to the weather (and bring an umbrella) to allow you to step outside for the hour, as there’s nothing like the inspiration of the outdoors to help connect with a stranger. Anyone preferring to stay indoors will be most welcome to grab a chair and chat in the Arbutus and Sequoia rooms.Survey
We know a lot can happen in a one-hour conversation with a stranger, so we created this short survey to help us understand your experience better and improve future events. Your feedback is invaluable to us.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.For more information, check out our website.
