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From programme updates and community events to press coverage and impact stories — this is where Soul Purpose 360 speaks. Follow our journey as we grow, advocate, and build a more inclusive world for Black women across the UK.



Itinerary confirmed for the Bookfest and Anthology Showcase on 26th April
The 26th April Bookfest and Anthology Showcase is shaping up nicely. Here's some of what is on offer Book your tickets here 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM All Day Pop-Up Market Browse a range of books, gifts and items which are made by members and friends of the Soul Purpose 360 community. 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM The Power of Your Story: Three Things You Need to Know Before You Publish Your Book Conscious Dreams Publishing - Daniella Blechner - book here This workshop is designed to give yo

Comms Team
Apr 102 min read
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Palma Black Interviewed on BBC Radio London - April 2026
Palma Black, Founder and CEO of Soul Purpose 360, was recently interviewed on BBC Radio London with Jacqueline Shepherd about the work we do at Soul Purpose 360. During the interview, when Palma was asked about the Big Issue Top 100 Changemakers Award , Palma said, "This award is phenomenal as it recognises, not just myself as the Founder and the CEO but our members, our volunteer facilitators and all of those who work so hard to make the organisation a safe space and a sanc

Comms Team
Apr 101 min read
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The Power of Your Story - 26th April
Sunday 26th April is a date for your diary! Join us at the Soul-Full BookFest and Anthology Showcase for this mini workshop with Daniella Blechner (pronounced Bleck-na) ๐ฆ๐๐ผ๐ฝ ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ฑ-๐ด๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ. ๐๐ฒ๐ ๐ฐ๐น๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ ๐ผ๐ป ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐บ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ, ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ, ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ป๐ฒ๐
๐ ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐ท๐๐๐ ๐ฎ ๐ต๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐! Daniella says: "Iโm excited to be part of the SoulFull BookFest & Anthology Showcase, an inspiring event

Comms Team
Apr 72 min read
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Anthology Showcase and Bookfest Event on Sunday 26th April 2026
Anthology Showcase and Bookfest Event on Sunday 26th April 2026

Comms Team
Mar 311 min read
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Soul-Full Family & Friends Weekend in April
On 18th and 19th April we will be hosting two days of creative community workshops celebrating Samuel Coleridge-Taylor through singing, portraiture, poetry and musical engagement as part of the Samuel Coleridge-Taylor 150 Years Celebrations. Youโre invited to join a season of celebratory performances, artworks, music and more to mark the 150th anniversary of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor โ a globally renowned composer and conductor with Croydon roots. Born in 1875, Samuel Cole

Comms Team
Mar 311 min read
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Caribuena Cafe opens at Soul-Full : 24th March 2026
Cafe Caribuena opens in Croydon, and you're invited ๐ Based inside Soul-Full at 62 George Street, Caribuena Cafรฉ will be a space where culture, community and flavour come together. Expect nourishing food, vibrant dishes and a welcoming atmosphere designed to bring people together around the table. The soft launch will take place on the 24th from 8amโ5pm. Open to all! If youโd like to attend the evening event, then get in touch via emailโจ Culture. Community. Flavour. To celeb

Comms Team
Mar 141 min read
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Success of AFYA Wellness Day #iwd2026
Together, we are unstoppable! The AFYA Wellness Day - Returning to Wholeness, was a great success on Saturday 7th March. From the members who showed up early and helped with the finishing touches to tidy up the building, to those who attended with stalls - selling out, delivering empowering workshops and one-to-one therapies - the feedback on the day was overwhelmingly positive. The joy and the laughter filling the stairwell and rooms was a moment to hold. I'm super proud to

Comms Team
Mar 81 min read
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International Women's Day
"When Black women lead with purpose and lift their communities as they rise, they redefine power itself" (Quote from Palma Black, Founder and CEO of Soul Purpose 360) Happy International Women's Day #DefinitionRedfined

Comms Team
Mar 81 min read
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ReggaeRobics, QiGong, Shiatsu & More: Join the AFYA Wellness Day This Weekend
This weekend, Soul Purpose 360 will be alive with movement, healing and connection as the AFYA SP360 Health & Wellbeing Practitioners Group hosts a full day dedicated to wellbeing and community care. Across multiple floors of the building, visitors can experience a wide range of sessions including ReggaeRobics, QiGong, Shiatsu, guided relaxation, wellness talks and interactive workshops led by experienced practitioners. More information here Whether youโre looking to move yo

Comms Team
Mar 66 min read
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From Community Impact to Global Stage: Soul Purpose 360 Represented at International Coaching Research Conference
Founder Palma Black will represent Soul Purpose 360 CIC at the Indigenous and African Wisdom in Coaching Research: Beyond Borders Conference in Johannesburg, this Summer. "I am delighted to be invited to participate in this global event taking place in South Africa in June. To say I feel proud would be selling myself short." Soul Purpose 360 Founder and CEO, Palma Black, will be representing the organisation at a major international coaching research conference taking place i

Comms Team
Mar 52 min read
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AFYA Wellness Day - 7th March
Returning To Wholeness. As a celebration during International Women's Month, The Soul Purpose 360 AFYA SP360 Health & Wellbeing Practitioners Group is taking over the entire building โ yes, all 4 floors at Soul-Full โ for an immersive experience designed to restore, empower, and uplift. Saturday 7th March 2026 ๐ 62 George Street, Croydon CR0 1PD โฐ 10:00 AM โ 6:00 PM Tickets to the pop-up market are complimentary. Tickets to the workshops, talks and treatments are paid for i

Comms Team
Feb 286 min read
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Pushing for Real Lasting Change #csw70
At a time when women's rights are being rolled back, we need more voices involved than ever before. The 2026 campaign theme โ access to justice for all women and girls โ speaks directly to the realities women face every day, including here in the UK: whose rights are protected, whose voices are heard, and what must change for women to live safely and equally. I'm adding my voice to a global movement pushing for real, lasting change. Find out more about #CSW70 with UN Women UK

Comms Team
Feb 231 min read
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