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What to talk about, when chatting to strangers?

Some of you asked what are the best topics are to talk about when chatting to strangers? Here are some of our suggestions...

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Happy to Chat in different language

Exciting new updates!

We’ve got some great news to share with you this week. Our Happy to Chat initiative is picking up steam, and we couldn’t be more excited about the possibilities ahead. Suffolk Libraries Joins the Conversation We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Suffolk Libraries is hopping on

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Smiling face while taking part in Happy to Chat

Embrace the Joy of Connecting: Happy to Chat without Worries!

In a world that’s becoming increasingly interconnected, it’s ironic that many of us find it challenging to strike up conversations with strangers. We often worry about our conversation skills and fear the awkwardness that may ensue. One recent study on the topic of talking to strangers

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A keynote speech on Happy to Chat at MSP Conference at Newcastle University Business School

As I stood before the lively audience at the MSP Conference in Newcastle University Business School, I couldn’t help but feel super excited and grateful. Getting the chance to talk about Happy to Chat (https://happytochat.uk/) in my keynote was absolutely amazing, and I loved sharing my

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We met the Mayor at Bell farm!

We received encouragement from the Uxbridge Mayor, who thought Happy to Chat is a great idea and a fantastic social movement!

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Happy o Chat is for everyone regardless of your ethnicity or religion.

Happy to Chat Pavilions Day: Spreading Smiles and Connections!

We've got some exciting news to share about the Happy to Chat Pavilions Day – more than one hundred people expressed their interests and 25 people actually signed up to participate in our research!

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Laylah explains to people why carers also need to be cared and supported and how Happy to Chat can play a role here.

Carers also need to feel cared and supported

Today we went to promote Happy to Chat in the Hillingdon Carers Fair.  46 people stopped over to enquire about Happy to Chat – everyone told us it is a great idea for community building.

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Happy Chatting with Strangers: Stay Safe and Keep the Vibes Positive!

Happy Chatting with strangers while staying safe and vigilant is important to keep the good vibes going. Here we have 7 tips for you.

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Professor Akram Khan

Brunel Public Engagement Highly Commended Award

We are absolutely thrilled and honoured to share that our research project, "Happy to Chat," has been awarded the Public Engagement Highly Commended Award by Brunel University London!

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