Loneliness affects millions of people around the world and can have a significant impact on our mental and physical health.

In the Netherlands, they are taking the problem seriously, with a national coalition of organisations all trying to bring people together and build connections.

We visit a youth club teaching teenagers how to overcome shyness and social anxiety. Plus, we drop in on a soup-making session that's bringing the generations together, and breaking down stereotypes.

Presenter: Myra AnubiReporter/producer: Claire BatesSeries Producer: Jon BithreyEditor: Bridget HarneySound mix: Gareth Jones

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(Image:Queen Maxima of the Netherlands at Oma's Soup)