Celebrating creativity

that champions

equality across Thanet

ABOUT POW

Our Mission

To promote equality and diversity for the public benefit by:

  • Cultivating a sentiment favouring equality and diversity of women and girls.

  • Advancing education and raising general awareness among the public about the issues and challenges facing the lives of women and girls.

  • Promoting and staging an annual arts festival to commemorate International Women’s Day.

Hailing from the vibrant landscapes of Thanet, Kent, the Power of Women stands as a beacon of artistic expression and a championing voice for gender equality. Together with Thanet, we navigate the multifaceted realm of feminism, creating a haven where diverse perspectives are heard, understood, and celebrated.

Each March since 2015, the shores of Thanet come alive with POW’s Annual Festival, a tribute to International Women's Day and a celebration of the boundless creativity of the women and non-binary individuals in Thanet.

Beyond the festival, we're passionate about intertwining the arts with the fabric of our community. Our engagement initiatives run year-round, sparking inspiration and broadening horizons as we foster collaborations between artists and local institutions.

POW's legacy traces back to 2015, begining with POW’s Founder Christina Clark-McQuaid and Artistic Director Jan Ryan.

Today, POW’s is run collectively by Rosanagh, Amy, Sarah, Hannah, Poppy, Susan and Darryn.

Our 10th annual festival is here!

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Our 10th annual festival is here! 🥳 Explore the programme 👀 Get your tickets 🎫

Meet the Team

The Young Producers

Meet Abi, Lia and Ryo.

From September through to March, these talented Young People join us as part of the POW team, as they plan, develop and create their own podcast & event as part of our International Women’s Day Festival.

Meet Our Trustees

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