04 Mar 2021 | 02:37 PM UTC
Europe: Demonstrations and rallies marking International Women's Day planned in European cities March 7-8
Demonstrations to mark International Women's Day to take place in European cities March 7-8; increased security, disruptions likely.
Event
Women's rights activists in parts of Europe will hold rallies and demonstrations to mark International Women's Day March 7-8. Organizers have confirmed the large demonstrations in the following cities:
March 7
France, Paris: Place de la Republique from 1300
March 8
Austria, Vienna: Stephansplatz from 1800
Belgium, Brussels: Brussels Central Station, Schuman, and Place de la Monnaie from 1730
France, Paris: Port-Royal to Place de la Republique from 1200
Greece, Athens: Klafthmonos Square from 1300
Greece, Thessaloniki: Statue of Venizelos from 1300
Italy, Milan: Piazza del Duomo from 1800
Italy, Rome: Piazza dell'Esquilino from 1700
Italy, Turin: Piazza Castello from 1030
Poland, Warsaw: Rondo Dmowskiego from 1600
Portugal, Lisbon: Praca do Rossio from 1800
Portugal, Porto: Avenida dos Aliados from 1900
Ukraine, Kyiv: Mykailivska Square from 1300
Further protests will take place in additional towns and cities throughout Europe March 7-8, with the majority taking place March 8. Attendance will vary by location but is likely to be limited in many places by local COVID-19 related restrictions. Women's rights activists in some locations may also take part in short-term strike actions March 8, possibly causing business and transport disruptions.
Additional police will likely deploy to all demonstrations; related security measures could prompt localized disruptions. Current COVID-19 measures in force in much of Europe place restrictions on public gatherings. The actions are likely to proceed peacefully, though authorities may preemptively prohibit or disperse actions that are deemed to be breaching these restrictions.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Check local media sources for up to date information on actions in that area. Allow extra time for travel in protest areas March 7-8.
