People around the world set an example against violence against women
Whether in France, Italy or Germany, tens of thousands of demonstrations are taking place all over the world to mark the International Day to End Violence against Women. The demonstrators not only launch appeals, but also talk about shocking figures. Because there are still thousands of femicides worldwide.
On the International Day to End Violence against Women, tens of thousands of people took to the streets around the world. In the Italian capital Rome alone, around 50,000 people marched to the red-lit Colosseum on Saturday, as reported by the AGI news agency. Thousands also protested in France, carrying placards with slogans such as "Protect your girls, educate your boys". Protests also took place in numerous German cities.
In Italy, the case of 22-year-old Giulia Cecchettin, who was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend, recently caused horror. One week after she was reported missing, her body was found 120 kilometers north of Venice. Her 22-year-old ex-boyfriend was arrested in Germany. This case gives the day of protest a special significance this year, said 22-year-old Luisa Loduce in Rome.
In France, Maëlle Lenoir from the feminist group Nous toutes (We all) said: "We don't want to count any more deaths." She called on the government to spend more money on ending violence against women. 121 femicides have been registered in France so far this year. In 2022 there were 118.
"It's over: our fight is global": According to the authorities, around 7,000 people marched in Madrid behind a banner with this slogan, which was first displayed by Spain's female soccer world champions during a match against Sweden. In Istanbul, around 500 women gathered and held up signs with phrases such as "We will not remain silent". There were also demonstrations in Ankara.
Highest level for 20 years
In South America, the first protests had already begun on Friday evening. In Guatemala, the number 438 was formed with candles - 438 women have already been killed in the country this year. In Chile's capital Santiago de Chile, around 1000 demonstrators held up posters with portraits of victims. On the Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro, 722 pairs of shoes were placed - each pair in front of the name of a woman who was killed in Brazil this year.
In Argentina, a protest march in Buenos Aires was also directed against President-elect Javier Milei. The right-wing populist wants to abolish the Ministry for Women, Gender and Diversity, which is currently responsible for combating violence against women. During the election campaign, he also spoke out against abortions and equal pay.
According to United Nations figures, the total number of women and girls murdered worldwide has reached its highest level for 20 years. Around 89,000 women and girls were deliberately killed last year, according to the UN organization responsible for women, UN Women, and the UN organization responsible for drugs and crime, UNODC.
These demonstrations are not limited to a single country, as International Women's Day saw tens of thousands of Women's Demonstrations and Protests against violence against women taking place worldwide. The figure of deliberate female killings has risen to its highest level in 20 years, reaching approximately 89,000 women and girls globally, according to UN Women and UNODC data.
Source: www.ntv.de
