How can I meet people and find local community groups?

Ask building management whether there is an official resident group, community app or events calendar. Local groups can help you discover activities and neighbourhood updates, but check who manages them before sharing your phone number, apartment details or other personal information.

Choose an activity you enjoy and attend regularly. Sports, book clubs, language exchanges, creative classes and parent groups give you a shared interest to build conversations around. Start with one or two manageable commitments rather than filling your schedule immediately.

School events and resident gatherings can also help families connect. For online groups, look for clear moderation, recent activity and transparent event details. Meet new contacts in public places and verify organisers before paying for memberships or events.

Give yourself time to build familiar faces into friendships.