# International Chat - Whatsapp

## Why this chat?

Because we believe that real transformation happens through relationships. This community is about sharing, supporting, and growing together. Whether you're celebrating a win, looking for resources, or just want to say hi — this space is yours!

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<summary><mark style="color:blue;">In our oikos Community Whatsapp chat, we are hoping to…</mark></summary>

* **Introduce you** to the rest of the international community
* Keep you **up to date** on events and programs by oikos International,  its chapters, and wider network
* Give you the space to **exchange ideas** with other chapters
* **Host your own chapter space**, if you wish
* **Offer and receive support** from our community

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## How can I join?

Joining is very easy - click the following link on your laptop, tablet or phone. And share it with others in your chapter!&#x20;

{% embed url="<https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hp2DAfSYvhL2QMoWsZpGyB>" %}

## How does it work?

We currently have four channels dedicated to different themes and purposes:

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{% tab title="Announcements" %}
Stay in the loop with official updates, key events, and important announcements from 🌍 oikos International. This is a read-only space managed by the oikos team to keep you informed and connected. 🧭🗞️
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{% tab title="Community Chat" %}
This is your cozy corner for fun and informal conversations! 😄👋 Lighthearted chats, memes, songs, travel plans, personal updates, and just having fun with fellow oikees. Let’s keep it light, kind, and full of good vibes. ✨🧃🐣
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{% tab title="Needs & Offers" %}
Let’s embrace each other's strengths and the power of community. 🌱 This is a space to practice the gift economy — where giving and receiving are acts of care.

💬 Share what you need – be it support, advice, or resources.\
🙌 Share what you offer – skills, help, tools, or good vibes.

Let’s learn to ask for help and give back when we can. Together, we’ve got this. 🤝✨
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{% tab title="Alumni Space" %}
Our special corner for oikos Alumni! This space is created to reconnect with fellow alumni, share life updates, exciting opportunities, reflections, or simply pop in to say hi. Whether you graduated last year or a decade ago, your journey and wisdom are always welcome here. 🌱

How to engage: 👋 Introduce yourself when you join – where you were active, what you’re up to now:\
✨ Share inspiring updates, opportunities, and experiences post-oikos\
🤝 Offer your support, mentorship, or collaboration to active oikees\
💬 Ask questions, reconnect, and enjoy the global oikos spirit

Let this space be warm, welcoming, and easygoing. No pressure, just presence 🤗
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*Have an idea for a new channel? It's a space for co-creation! Share your proposal in **Community Chat**!*

## How to start?

* Jump onto *Community Chat*  💬 channel
* Say hi! 👋
* Tell us who you are, place/home, chapter, your passions and add your most-used emoji!
* Explore the channels and find what feels right for you (tip: works best on the phone)

### Rules

To make sure that we all feel comfortable and safe in the Whatsapp community, there are a few rules we'd like to invite you to follow:

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<summary>Code of Kindness 💙</summary>

* Be kind, curious & respectful
* Celebrate diversity, share with care
* Keep it relevant, helpful & constructive
* No hate, spam or disrespect
* We co-create a safe and welcoming space for all

Breaking this code may lead to removal by moderators (oikos International team)

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