Italian Neighbors Build A Social Network
Italian neighbors have started to socialize in less traditional ways.
Recently, when a couple moved to Italy, they had no idea who their neighbors were. “All my friends back home had babies, play dates, people to talk to, and I felt so left out,” Ms. Boyers, who moved from South Africa, said on a recent afternoon. “We didn’t have family or friends connections here. We knew people occasionally, but none in our same situation.” So, they started a closed Facebook group for their street. They posted flyers that told people on their street about the group.
Soon, there were 1100 people in the group on the street. Through the group, the couple learned all about their neighbors and were happier. Events could be communicated through the group, and you could also learn about many people you don't know who live right next to you. It seems like a great idea, actually. if you aren't very social, this could be an opportunity to get to know all your neighbors.
As more and more people have known about this idea, it has gained popularity and now a lot of people are using this idea - including the 392 new 'social streets' in Italy.
Recently, when a couple moved to Italy, they had no idea who their neighbors were. “All my friends back home had babies, play dates, people to talk to, and I felt so left out,” Ms. Boyers, who moved from South Africa, said on a recent afternoon. “We didn’t have family or friends connections here. We knew people occasionally, but none in our same situation.” So, they started a closed Facebook group for their street. They posted flyers that told people on their street about the group.
Soon, there were 1100 people in the group on the street. Through the group, the couple learned all about their neighbors and were happier. Events could be communicated through the group, and you could also learn about many people you don't know who live right next to you. It seems like a great idea, actually. if you aren't very social, this could be an opportunity to get to know all your neighbors.
As more and more people have known about this idea, it has gained popularity and now a lot of people are using this idea - including the 392 new 'social streets' in Italy.
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