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Deepening human connection is essential to solving the world's greatest challenges. And it starts with each of us.

Volunteer in one-on-one conversations to connect across cultures, beliefs, and life experiences.

17/06/2026

What we believe and how we operate 💡

The setup creates half the conditions for connection. The other half is how you show up as a volunteer.

🌐 None of us can force ourselves to want to help, but you can keep showing up with some wish to make a good connection, and that wish tends to grow the more you do it.

People come for all kinds of reasons, and that's fine. We just ask that part of it is wanting to do some good for the person you're talking to, not only to get something back yourself.

Why do you volunteer? Share in the comments below ⤵

10/06/2026

It was wonderful meeting so many local changemakers and leaders at Believe in Bellevue, Washington, USA!

We brought a map of the Eastside and asked people to mark their favorite walking spots with a star. It filled up fast. So did our signup sheet of people interested in learning more about Acquaint Walks. Thank you to everyone who signed up and stopped by!

So many insightful conversations. We spoke with one woman who told us she's retired and walks all the time. She said she's always seeing other people out walking alone, older women especially, and she'd love to invite them to join her. But she finds it hard to ask (something we strongly relate to). She thought Acquaint Walks could be the thing that makes it easier for her to walk with people in her community that she wouldn’t otherwise. We hope she’s right.

Thank you to Joe Fain, the President and CEO of the Bellevue Chamber for the warm welcome! And to Ashley C., Sarah Martinez, and other members of the Chamber for making this event possible. We also got to know our neighbors at the next table, BIGHUG, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering economic growth and sustainability within the Korean American community.

Acquaint Walks is our community walking program launching here on the Eastside. If you want to be part of the first walks, visit acquaint.org/walks

Finally, thank you to our amazing friends and volunteers, Diane S. and Patricia Bravo for helping us throughout the night!

-Katherine and Alex

03/06/2026

After every one-on-one global conversation on Acquaint, volunteers have the opportunity to write an appreciation note for each other.

💌 Without even knowing whether they will speak to each other again, many take up this opportunity to write moving, meaningful messages like Lanh shares to Almyas.

If we try to appreciate each other’s humanity, we will continue to get better at finding it, making more space to transform conflict into progress.

🌐Interested in global conversations? Volunteer at acquaint.org

28/05/2026

🌍 Volunteer to Have Global Conversations

Remote | Unpaid | Flexible Hours | Volunteer Role

Sign up and learn more here:
http://www.acquaint.org/opportunities?tsrc=ling26

Practice human connection. Grow. Make an impact.

Do you believe we could all get better at human connection?
Would you like to connect with people from across the globe, improve your communication skills, and feel more confident in your everyday life?

At Acquaint, you’ll do just that.
We’re building a global movement of people who are practicing human connection. Volunteers join one-on-one conversations with others from over 110 countries to listen deeply, share openly, and grow through the experience.

Why Join?
🌱 Build real communication skills - active listening, cross-cultural understanding, and more
🌏 Make meaningful connections - each session is unique, surprising, and often delightful
💬 Improve your English (or another language) through live conversation
🎓 Boost your resume or CV with international experience
🧠 Grow as a person - volunteers often say they feel more open, grounded, and confident
❤️ Be part of something bigger - help strengthen global empathy one conversation at a time

What You’ll Do
As a volunteer, you’ll:

Join guided, one-on-one conversations with people from all walks of life
Practice active listening, curiosity, and non-judgmental dialogue
Discover new cultures and new things about yourself

What You Need
Conversational English
A stable internet connection
An open mind and a little time - even just one session can make a difference

When You Can Volunteer
Your schedule is totally flexible. Acquaint is open ~17 hours a day - you choose when and how often to participate.

Join the Movement
We believe human connection isn’t something you either have or don’t, it’s something you practice. Join us, and see what’s possible when we all make a little effort.

Sign up and learn more here:
http://www.acquaint.org/opportunities?tsrc=ling26

27/05/2026

There are two main objectives for each Acquaint conversation: connect with someone you wouldn’t normally talk to, and deliberately practice human connection.

The Acquaint Mindset guides our mission and allows volunteers to connect, just like Jahleel!

🌐Get involved at Acquaint.org

20/05/2026

When was the last time you shared a note of appreciation with someone in your life?

After every one-on-one global conversation on Acquaint, volunteers have the opportunity to write an appreciation note for each other.

💌Without even knowing whether they will speak to each other again, many take up this opportunity to write moving, meaningful messages like Victor shares with Zeina.

It is a simple act. It doesn’t take much time, but it often captures a moment of pure good where one person truly wants another to feel happy and recognized.

🌐Interested in global conversations? Volunteer at Acquaint.org

13/05/2026

Deepening human connection could solve the world’s greatest challenges. And it starts with each of us.

By volunteering to practice human connection, you’ll transform the way you relate to others and, in doing so, help transform the world.

In semi-structured one-on-one conversations, Acquainters connect across cultures, beliefs, and life experiences. Along the way, they build communication skills, develop empathy, and often uncover unexpected insights about others and themselves.

🌐Let’s connect with intention. Acquaint.org

05/05/2026

Last week, Solomon hosted an Acquaint Walk in celebration of Sierra Leone’s Independence Day!

💭Here are the amazing reflections that came out of it:

“I am super excited about all the reflections shared by the participants and hearing from two people about 40 years old, saying they have never experienced or participated in such an impactful event is just amazing.

The most impacted participants were the ones who did not fully understand what the walk was about until it started.

My happiest moment was when everyone showed commitment to looking forward to more walks.

I am looking forward to doing more walks with you all.”

🌐 Acquaint Walks can be done anytime, anywhere! Learn more at Acquaint.org

01/05/2026

Missions are small, meaningful challenges to practice and promote human connection with the people around you.

You can do missions solo or with a group, locally or virtually, on your own time. When you complete a mission, you reflect on the experience — and for group missions, we generate a shareable impact report celebrating what your team accomplished!

🌐 Try it out at Acquaint.org/missions-signup

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