Definition:
Social Wellness is defined as developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system.
Goals:
- Develop the ability to create and maintain close friendships
- Feel comfortable interacting with diverse individuals and groups
- Become aware of your responsibilities for the welfare of different communities
- Understand and accept those with a different sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, life experience, etc.
- Understand the concepts of sex and gender role stereotyping and explore appropriate sex and gender role behaviour for yourself
- Develop a “global consciousness” by recognising the interrelatedness of cultural, global and national issues and needs
- Work toward becoming a responsible world citizen
