Soroptimist International Canterbury

08/09/2026

📚 Today is International Literacy Day.

Literacy is about far more than being able to read and write. It opens doors to education, independence, opportunity and the confidence to have your voice heard.

For women and girls in particular, access to literacy and education can be transformative – helping to widen choices, challenge inequality and create opportunities for generations to come.

As Soroptimists, education and empowerment sit at the heart of much of what we stand for. Today is an important reminder that the ability to read, learn and participate fully in society should never be taken for granted.

08/09/2026

A cup of coffee can help make a difference. 💚

Our Macmillan Coffee Morning will bring people together while raising funds to help Macmillan Cancer Support provide vital practical, emotional and financial support to people living with cancer.

Please join Canterbury Soroptimists:

📅 Friday 25 September
🕥 10.30am–12 noon
📍 BoConcept, 4 Orange Street, Canterbury

Come along, enjoy the morning and support this important cause.

Full details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1636449011231654/

23/08/2026

Our sisters Dawn and Carol glowed in the early morning sunshine at the Macknade Boot Fair, raising money for the club.

A lovely example of sisterhood in action, giving their time and energy to support the work we do. Thank you, Dawn and Carol, for your commitment and for flying the flag for our club.

19/08/2026

30 YEARS IN POLICING

Jennifer McLelland has proudly built an extensive career as a senior public sector leader specialising in safeguarding, vulnerability and partnership working.

Throughout her service, she has led cultural change across policing teams while working closely with Local Authorities, Community Safety Partnerships and Local Resilience Forums to deliver long-term solutions that protect vulnerable communities.

Further information about the conference is on the conference website: sigbi.org/cardiff2026.

19/08/2026

HOW IMPORTANT IS READING TO YOU?

Refuge In Literacy UK began when children’s author Anne Stairmand donated signed copies of her books to a local domestic violence refuge at Christmas 2020.

The response from families was immediate and heartfelt. Many shared how much it meant to receive something personal and thoughtful during a time of intense uncertainty. Anne wondered whether families in refuges across the United Kingdom might feel the same and from this, the non-profit organisation was formed. Come and hear Anne’s story.

Further information about the conference is on the conference website: sigbi.org/cardiff2026.

25/07/2026

🌿 We’re at the Canterbury City Show! 🌿

If you’re visiting the Canterbury City Show today, we’d love to meet you!

Come and say hello to the Canterbury Soroptimists and find out more about how we’re working to improve the lives of women and girls, both locally and around the world. Whether you’re curious about volunteering, looking to connect with your community, or simply want a friendly chat, you’ll be made very welcome.

The City Show is packed with entertainment, family activities, community groups, local traders, food and drink, and live performances, making it a fantastic weekend out for all ages.

📍 Westgate Gardens & Westgate Square
🗓 Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 July
⏰ 10am–5pm

If you’re there, do pop by and say hello – we’d love to see you!

25/07/2026

🌿 We’re at the Canterbury City Show! 🌿

If you’re visiting the Canterbury City Show today we’d love to meet you!

Come and say hello to the Canterbury Soroptimists and find out more about how we’re working to improve the lives of women and girls, both locally and around the world. Whether you’re curious about volunteering, looking to connect with your community, or simply want a friendly chat, you’ll be made very welcome.

The City Show is packed with entertainment, family activities, community groups, local traders, food and drink, and live performances, making it a fantastic weekend out for all ages.

📍 Westgate Gardens & Westgate Square
🗓 Saturday 25 & Sunday 26
⏰ 10am–5pm

If you’re there, do pop by and say hello – we’d love to see you!

16/07/2026

If you're visiting Canterbury, be sure to stop by The Beaney Museum and Art Gallery to see this portrait of Keji by the incredibly talented Oliver Enwonwu FRSA.

Oliver generously gifted the portrait to The Beaney, where it is currently on display as part of the Be Connected exhibition.

The portrait can be viewed in the Canterbury: Our Community exhibition before becoming part of The Beaney's permanent People and Places gallery when the exhibition closes in early September.

19/04/2026