Name: The Feminist Library
Address: Sojourner Truth Community Centre, 161 Sumner Rd, London SE15 6JL, UK
Telephone: 020 7261 0879
Rating: 4.6

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A book event celebrating 'We Are Each Other’s Liberation: Black and Asian Feminist Solidarities' (Haymarket Books, 2025), edited by Rachel Kuo, Jaimee A. Swift, and TD Tso. The event features Stella Dadzie, Pratibha Parmar, and Jaimee A. Swift, and is organized by Black Women Radicals in collaboration with the Asian American Feminist Collective. It aims to explore cross-racial and internationalist feminist solidarity, drawing lessons from historical and contemporary struggles. The event will take place in person at The Feminist Library, 161 Sumner Road, London SE15 6JL, on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:00.

We Are Each Other’s Liberation: Black & Asian Feminist Solidarities

A book event celebrating 'We Are Each Other’s Liberation: Black and Asian Feminist Solidarities' (Haymarket Books, 2025), edited by Rachel Kuo, Jaimee A. Swift, and TD Tso. The event features speakers Stella Dadzie, Pratibha Parmar, and Jaimee A. Swift, discussing cross-racial and internationalist feminist solidarity, drawing lessons from historical and contemporary movements. It takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM at The Feminist Library, London.

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The Feminist Library is hosting the rrremix workshop series on June 17, 2026, from 18:30 to 21:00 at the Sojourner Truth Community Centre, 161 Sumner Road, SE15 6JL. The series occurs every other Wednesday starting June 3, 2026, and includes activities such as image making, storytelling, and building counter-narratives to center joy amidst challenges. Participants will create tangible objects using DIY techniques, with the goal of an exhibition in mid-September. The event features snacks, refreshments, and music, and is open to all, especially welcoming global majority and queer participants.

rrremix workshop series

Join us for a transfeminist Wikipedia edit-a-thon at The Feminist Library in London, where trainers from Wikimedia UK will guide participants on how to edit Wikipedia pages related to transfeminism and trans women. The event aims to improve coverage and knowledge pathways on these topics. The session runs from 14:00 to 17:30, with a presentation and training from 14:00 to 15:00, followed by editing support. Participants need a Wikipedia account, a laptop, and are encouraged to bring their own or use library devices. Snacks will be provided. The event is suitable for beginners and experienced editors alike.

transfeminist Wikipedia Edit-a-thon

Join us on June 26, 2026, from 18:30 to 20:30 at Sojourner Truth Community Centre, 161 Sumner Road, SE15 6JL, for the Club Commons x Feminist Library Book Launch. This event features an intergenerational queer conversation exploring archival memory, nightlife history, and collective futures, with speakers including Katherine Griffiths, Yvonne Taylor, and Gin of Nite Dykez. The evening includes a display of archival flyers, a talk, and the presence of the naked souls oracle to invoke queer histories and resist gentrification.

Club Commons x Feminist Library Book Launch

Join the Herstories Book Club at The Feminist Library on June 27, 2026, from 13:00 to 15:00. The event involves discussing the book 'Hungerstone' by Kat Dunn, a gothic novel featuring themes of sapphic sensuality and vampiric temptation. Participants are encouraged to just show up for this literary gathering.

Herstories Book Club

Join us at The Feminist Library on June 27, 2026, from 13:30 to 17:30 for an edit-a-thon focused on transfeminism and trans women. Participants will learn how to contribute to Wikipedia, improve articles related to transfeminism, and help enhance knowledge pathways. The event includes workshops led by Wikimedia UK trainers, with suggested articles provided. Bring a laptop and a Wikipedia account to get started. Snacks will be available.

Transfeminise Wikipedia – an edit-a-thon!

A follow-up session to continue editing and improving Wikipedia entries related to transfeminism.

A monthly running club organized by the Feminist Library, starting on June 30, 2026, at 18:45. The club is open to all abilities and will run around the local area, primarily through Burgess Park, with occasional routes in other parts of London. Participants are advised to wear suncream, bring water, and use the library's facilities for changing and storing bags. Attendees should email alice@feministlibrary.co.uk to confirm participation and receive route details.

Feminist Library Striders

The Feminist Library is hosting the rrremix workshop series, which takes place every other Wednesday starting from June 3rd, 2026, from 18:30 to 21:00. The series focuses on community-building through image making, storytelling, and creating counter-narratives that center joy amidst challenging conditions. Participants will work on tangible projects using DIY techniques, with the goal of showcasing their work in an exhibition planned for mid-September. The workshops will utilize ephemera from the Feminist Library as inspiration, and will include snacks, refreshments, and music. The event is open to all, with a focus on engaging global majority and queer participants.

A scheduled event on July 4, 2026, from 13:30 to 15:30, focusing on discussions or activities related to teas. The event details are provided without a specific location, but it is associated with the 'hold everything dear' series of interdisciplinary reading and writing workshops.

hold everything dear | session 3: on teas

The Feminist Library is hosting a Summer Fair on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Sojourner Truth Community Centre, 161 Sumner Road, SE15 6JL. The event features stalls from various vendors selling zines, art, and handmade items, a jumble table, arts and activism workshops, summer refreshments, and a vibrant summer atmosphere. Attendees can enjoy a range of activities including tarot readings, art prints, baked goods, and pre-loved books, with proceeds supporting the trans mutual aid fund.

Summer Fair

Rachael House invites attendees to participate in a workshop at the Feminist Library where they can add their feminist words to a large speech bubble. The event is suitable for photographs, demonstrations, and feminist home decor. All materials are provided, and the event is drop-in, lasting approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The location is accessible with step-free entry and facilities, and assistance pets are welcome.

Feminist Voices (Feminist Library Summer Fair)

The Feminist Library is hosting the rrremix workshop series, which takes place every other Wednesday starting from June 3rd, 2026, at 18:30 to 21:00. The series continues on June 17th, July 1st, and July 15th. Participants will engage in image making, storytelling, and building counter-narratives to celebrate joy amidst challenges. The workshops involve creating tangible objects using DIY techniques, with the aim of showcasing an exhibition in mid-September. The event is open to all, especially emphasizing participation from the global majority and queer communities. Attendees can enjoy snacks, refreshments, and music at the Feminist Library, located at Sojourner Truth Community Centre, 161 Sumner Road, SE15 6JL.

An information day for Black feminists interested in applying for residencies at The Feminist Library in London. The event provides details about the three residencies available in 2027, each offering £1500 stipends, four weeks of private office space, mentoring, and access to the library's resources. The session includes a chance to view the space and discuss the residency with the collective, with the event scheduled for August 23rd from 14:00 to 16:00.

Open Call: Time & Space Residencies for Black Feminists

The Feminist Library in London is highly praised for its welcoming atmosphere and helpful staff. Visitors appreciate the extensive collection of feminist literature and archives, although many books are older and not available for borrowing. The library also hosts events and has a strong community presence, making it a valuable resource for those interested in feminist history and social issues.

London’s gay community is centered in Soho, with Old Compton Street as its most iconic hub of LGBTQ+ nightlife and culture. The city also boasts vibrant queer scenes in Vauxhall, Shoreditch, and beyond, making it one of the most diverse and expansive gay communities in Europe.

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June 2026

We Are Each Other’s Liberation: Black & Asian Feminist Solidarities

We Are Each Other’s Liberation: Black and Asian Feminist Solidarities

rrremix workshop series

transfeminist Wikipedia Edit-a-thon

Club Commons x Feminist Library Book Launch

Herstories Book Club

Transfeminise Wikipedia – an edit-a-thon!

Transfeminise Wikipedia – an edit-a-thon!

Feminist Library Striders

July 2026

rrremix workshop series

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Summer Fair

Feminist Voices (Feminist Library Summer Fair)

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