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18/02/2026

Leaders of SpeakUpCIC mental health support group say they are distressed at how they have been treated after receiving notice to quit their Margate Media Centre base due to the building being deem…

11/02/2026

We’re excited to be bringing the SisterZ Advocate Programme to Thanet!

We look forward to running this powerful programme in partnership with Speakupcic, and expertly facilitated by Aileen White from My Birth Support

Together, we’re creating space for women to build confidence, strengthen self-advocacy skills, and feel supported to speak up for themselves and others.

02/02/2026

Why do we think it's okay to bully ourselves and be mean and hateful when we make a mistake? If that's familiar - I’m proposing a truce with our brains today. Be as kind to yourself as you would be to this little arctic fox. (Or at least, try not to be your own worst troll).

22/01/2026

09/01/2026

⚠️ As Storm Goretti brings heavy snow and 100mph winds, we’re thinking of anyone feeling isolated or unable to heat their home.

Evidence shows that those of us living with mental illness are more likely to have cold homes.

With that in mind, here are some tips for the severe cold weather.

25/12/2025

Things feel like they’re sn*******ng this Christmas? These helplines are open on Christmas day if you need someone to talk to 💙

25/12/2025

✨ Christmas is finally here! 🎄

After twenty‑five days of opening doors together, we’ve reached the day at the heart of it all. Whether your Christmas is busy and joyful, calm and cosy, or simply a quiet pause, we hope it brings a moment that feels right for you.

💛 If today feels a little heavy or you need some support, you can find helpful resources on our website:

https://www.speakupcic.co.uk/useful-resources

Wishing you warmth, connection, and a Christmas that meets you gently — from all of us at SpeakUpCIC.

24/12/2025

✨ Day Number 24 arrives at last. Christmas Eve has its own atmosphere — a mix of anticipation, quiet moments, last‑minute preparations, and the traditions that make the night feel like itself. Everyone spends it differently, and that’s part of what makes it special.

SpeakUpCIC’s Advent Calendar offers another thought, a question to join in, and a festive laugh to brighten the day. 🎁

❓ Today’s Question: How do you spend Christmas Eve?

🌟 Today’s Message: Christmas Eve is where anticipation turns into tradition, the night we all share, differently, together.

😂 Today’s Joke: How does Christmas Day end? With the letter “Y”!

👉 Whether you join in or simply read along, this space is here for you. Like this post, add your answer in the comments, and share as we reach Christmas Day together!

24/12/2025

✨ Day Number 23 recognises that Christmas can stir up a lot at once. Some moments feel joyful, others feel heavy, and sometimes it all lands on the same day. When things start to feel overwhelming, support doesn’t have to be big or dramatic. It might be a friend you message, a quiet walk, a familiar routine, or a space that helps you breathe. Small supports count.
SpeakUpCIC’s Advent Calendar offers another thought, a question to join in, and a festive laugh to brighten the day. 🎁

❓ Today’s Question: Where do you turn for support if Christmas feels overwhelming?

🌟 Today’s Message: Christmas can be joyful, but it can also be hard. Reaching out for support matters.

😂 Today’s Joke: Who hides in a Christmas bakery? A mince spy!

👉 Whether you join in or simply read along, this space is here for you. Like this post, add your answer in the comments, and share to spread the cheer as we countdown to Christmas.

22/12/2025

✨ Day Number 22 turns toward the quieter side of Christmas. The part where we look after our own energy. The season can be full or overwhelming, and sometimes a small boundary helps things feel more manageable. It might be keeping one evening free, limiting travel, choosing shorter visits, or taking a break from group chats. Little things count. SpeakUpCIC’s Advent Calendar offers another thought, a question to join in, and a festive laugh to brighten the day. 🎁

❓ Today’s Question: What boundary helps you protect your energy this season?

🌟 Today’s Message: Christmas includes care for ourselves too — saying no can make room for a truer yes.

😂 Today’s Joke: How do Christmas trees get their email? They log-on.

👉 Whether you join in or simply read along, this space is here for you. Like this post, add your answer in the comments, and share to spread the cheer as we countdown to Christmas with only 3 sleeps to go!