Chai & Chat: Bringing Something New to the Table

Our Chai & Chat sessions provide a relaxed and welcoming space where women can come together, build connections and enjoy time in a supportive community.

During these sessions, women drop in to share conversation over tea, meet others in similar situations, and take part in informal activities designed to encourage interaction and wellbeing. Some participants arrive already knowing one another, while others attend for the first time, but the atmosphere quickly becomes warm and inclusive.

As part of introducing new activities into the sessions, we recently brought board games into the space for the first time. For some of the women, it was an entirely new experience, and it quickly brought laughter and energy to the room. Several participants chose to take games home to enjoy with their children, sharing quality time together and creating opportunities to connect away from screens.

For others, the sessions offer a valuable chance to catch up with friends they have not seen for some time, enjoy a cup of tea and something to eat, and spend time in a space that feels comfortable, supportive and uplifting.

We are grateful to Akaal Care Services for their generous donation of board games, which helped make this new activity possible.

Chai & Chat is just one of the ways Shanti Aid creates spaces for connection, confidence-building and community support.