Familiar Strangers Declining: Impact on Community Safety
Update: 2025-12-07
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New research from the University of Queensland reveals a decline in familiar stranger interactions, particularly in Brisbane, due to the pandemic and shifting work patterns. These brief, repeated encounters contribute to a sense of safety and belonging. Researchers suggest creating new community spaces and enhancing public transport stops to foster casual connections.
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