The Poetry Society
London, England
Founded 1909
The Poetry Society is a UK-based organization promoting poetry through publications, national competitions, educational programs, and community events. Based in London, it supports poets with workshops, readings, and operates The Poetry Café as a hub for poetry lovers.
Opportunities from The Poetry Society
Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award
by The Poetry Society
A prestigious international poetry competition for young writers aged 11-17, offering mentorship, publication in an anthology, and significant recognition in the literary world. Free to enter.
What your child could gain:
About
The Poetry Society is a leading arts organization dedicated to promoting a wider recognition and appreciation of poetry. Founded in 1909, it champions poetry for all ages through innovative education and commissioning programs, alongside a packed calendar of performances, readings, and competitions. The society represents British poetry both nationally and internationally. It publishes the influential magazine, The Poetry Review, and runs significant awards like the National Poetry Competition and the Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award. The Poetry Society works collaboratively with various partners to keep poetry at the heart of public life, offering resources and support for poets, teachers, and students. The organization's initiatives aim to inspire and nurture talent, providing professional opportunities for poets and building diverse poetry communities. It also advocates for the art form through its links with national arts and government initiatives, making poetry accessible to the widest possible audience.
Affiliations
Programs offered
- Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award
- National Poetry Competition
- The Poetry Review (publication)
- Young Poets Network
- PoetryClass (for teachers)
- Poets in Schools visits
- Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry
- Peggy Poole Award
- Artlyst Art to Poetry Award
- Members' Poetry Competition
- Poetry By Heart National Competition
- Stanza Groups
- Poetry Writing Workshops
- Feedback Services
- Free Verse Poetry Book and Magazine Fair
- Malaysia-UK Poetry Exchange
- City Bridge Poet in Residence
- Poetry for Peace
- Poetry and the Environment
- Poems on the Underground
- The Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree (poetry commissions)
- Canal Laureate
- The Poetry Society Annual Lecture
Achievements
- Founded in 1909, one of Britain's most dynamic arts organizations
- Publishes The Poetry Review, a leading poetry magazine
- Runs the Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award, one of the biggest and most prestigious poetry competitions for 11-17 year olds globally
- Manages the National Poetry Competition, a world-renowned prize for a single unpublished poem
- Engages over 5,000 members worldwide
- Young Poets Network received 157,570 views in 2023, with social media followers growing beyond 300,000
- Young poets performed at COP and on national radio, and at events in New York, Cape Town, and Johannesburg to global thought leaders in 2023-24
Leadership
- H.K. Kaul, Secretary-General (The Poetry Society (India))
- Keshav Malik, Founder Member (The Poetry Society (India))
- J.P. Das, Founder Member (The Poetry Society (India))
- Lakshmi Kannan, Founder Member (The Poetry Society (India))
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