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Professor Suraksha Gupta comes to support the event

We are a registered charity now.

Hello Everyone, We have some great news to share: Happy to Chat is now officially registered as a non-profit organization in the UK (Charity number: 1209938)! You can find us on the Charity Commission website (https://www.gov.uk/gover…/organisations/charity-commission). 馃榿 Our mission is simple: we promote conversations and communication

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Brunel Research Festival / Jamboree

Reflecting on the Recent Research Festival: Insights and Connections with Happy to Chat We recently had the pleasure of attending a vibrant research festival event, and we must say, it was an enlightening and enriching experience. This event, a gathering of brilliant minds and passionate individuals,

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Spring is Here, Summer is around the Corner!

Hey there, fellow weather watchers and social butterflies! Can you feel it? That subtle change in the air that signals the transition from spring to summer in the UK? It’s like nature’s own way of saying, “Hey, let’s switch things up a bit!” Here at Happy

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Embracing Connections: A Community Gathering at John Lewis Riverside Cafe

Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of attending the Conversation Table organised by our wonderful advocates of social connections, Robin Jarvis and Anthony Gray, at the charming Kingston John Lewis Riverside Cafe. The event was a delightful gathering of around 20 individuals, all eager to embrace

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Research and Practice by Dr Gillian Sandstorm

Have you heard about our latest Research and Practice workshop?  Another spectacular event held at Brunel University. We’re thrilled to share few insights, and it’s clear: Brunel is Happy to Chat is a hit among our students and staff, fostering a warm and welcoming community for

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Brunel Happy to Chat feedback infographic

Feedback we received on Brunel is Happy to Chat

Have you heard about our latest feedback infographic? 馃搳 We’re thrilled to share the results, and it’s clear: Brunel is Happy to Chat is a hit among our students and staff, fostering a warm and welcoming community for all! Our feedback infographic highlights the overwhelmingly positive

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Celebrating a Year of Connection: Happy to Chat Badge 2023 Highlights

An reflection of the milestones achieved by the Happy to Chat badge movement in 2023.

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Smile and Say Hi

In a world where loneliness has become a prevalent concern, communities all over the world are stepping up with initiatives to foster human connection. Recently, Lule氓, a Swedish city, launched a heart-warming campaign encouraging locals to combat loneliness simply by saying “hi.” You can read more

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Winning 2023 Kindness in Education Award!

Brunel Happy to Chat won the 2023 Kindness in Education award!

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Happy to Chat in different languages?

Since our launch of Brunel is Happy to Chat, we’ve given away over 500 badges on campus. Please do let me know if you’ve seen our Happy to Chat badges being worn around campus!  To make Brunel a friendlier, kinder and more inclusive community, we’ve introduced

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