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AGMs

RT LC — AGM on Friday

Agora, 41 and Tangent have their AGM on Saturday

 

International Side-by-Side meetings

41 Club and Tangent

 

What’s the difference between Agora and Tangent?

Agora and Tangent are both international women’s organizations connected to the Round Table movement, originally formed for former members of Ladies’ Circle. Agora, founded in France (1987), has a strong presence across Europe and beyond, welcoming women of all ages who share the Circle’s values. Tangent, which originated in the UK (1950s), traditionally caters to women over 45 and is closely linked to British and Commonwealth countries. Both clubs promote friendship, community service, and continuity of the Table spirit, each with its own cultural emphasis and traditions.

	Agora	Tangent
Origin	Founded in France (1987)	Originated in the UK (1950s)
Age Focus	No specific age limit	Typically 45+
International Scope	More globally spread across Europe and beyond	Strong UK/Commonwealth roots
Style/Culture	Often more continental European	More British/Commonwealth traditions

In some cases, like in the case of Germany, Agora and Tangent combined together forming AGORA Club Tangent Deutschland.