Connect Knox is a community-centered initiative whose primary purpose is connecting people to people and new ideas, all to build a better Knoxville.
Currently, Connect Knox is focused on a Neighboring Movement to encourage everyone in our community to build genuine relationships where they live. The idea is simple: we are challenging all Knoxville neighbors to take a small step and truly get to know the people who live around them.
Connect Knox also hosts “The Big Table” which is designed to create dynamic spaces for people to connect across differences culturally, professionally, and geographically. Through unique dining and gathering experiences,
we can create authentic human connections and foster powerful conversations which we hope is the beginning of meaningful relationships.
Join the Neighboring Movement
What is Connect Knox?
A neighboring movement: Engaging people where there live.
Why are we doing this?
Knowing our neighbors creates a healthier and better environment.
How can you be involved?
Start where you live. Complete the Neighboring Challenge below!
The 8 boxes below represent where you live and the neighbors around you. Can you complete this Neighboring Challenge?
The 8 boxes represent where you live and the neighbors around you. Can you complete this Neighboring Challenge?
- Write the names of your neighbors.
- Write something you know from a conversation with them.
- Write any in-depth info you know after connecting with them.
Use this chart to assist you in moving from strangers to acquaintances to relationships. Share this exercise with others so they can join the movement, too!