New Focus for International Women’s Day
On March 8, Barcelona will dress again in Lila, but this year there is a significant change in calls. The city’s feminist movement has decided to create an alternative march to the official call, thus marking a new stage in the fight for women’s rights.
Details of scheduled demonstrations
Both marches will start at 6pm, but from different places in the town center. The 8M Assembly will begin its route to the University Square, while the abolitionist protest of the feminist movement will be launched from the iconic square of Catalonia.
Closing routes and acts
The march of the 8m Assembly will follow a route that will take it along Gran Via, going down the Paseo de Gracia to the Ronda de Sant Pere, where a closing ceremony is planned next to the Arc de Triomphe, with the reading of the protest manifesto. On the other hand, the march of the Barcelona Feminist Movement will cross Fontanella Street until you reach Via Laietana and will end in Plaça de Sant Jaume, where a manifesto will also be read and there will be live performances.
Frequently Asked Questions about 8-M
The day of March 8 is not only a time for demonstrations; It is also a day for reflection and action. Here are some of the most common questions about the scheduled activities and the feminist strike.
Aspects to consider
What are the origins of International Women’s Day? What activities will be done in Barcelona? How will the 8-M general strike be organized? What includes this year’s manifesto? These are some of the questions that will be discussed in various talks and debates that will take place throughout the day.
The meaning of lilac color
The lilac color, which symbolizes the feminist struggle, is a visual element that will be seen in every corner of the city. What really represents this color? And how has it become a symbol of strength and unity in the fight for gender equality?
Final reflections
As it approaches March 8, society is preparing for a day that promotes the sorority and recognition of women’s rights. The demonstrations are not only an act of vindication, but also an opportunity for the community to meet, share and celebrate the advances made in the feminist struggle, as well as to remember that there is still much to be done.
