Not shy? Here's what you can do to help those who are:
Include everyone in activities and conversations.
Give compliments.
Go with shy friends to meet new people.
Find out about shy people's talents.
Listen.
Show genuine interest.
Do some role-playing.
Interrupt people when they are talking.
Point out that a person is shy.
Force a shy person into a situation where they are unprepared and uncomfortable.
Speak or do things for your shy friend.