France: Civil society groups plan to demonstrate for transgender rights in Paris, May 5

Civil society groups plan to demonstrate for transgender rights in Paris on May 5. Politicians, artists, activist organizations, and intellectuals will participate in the event. Attendees will gather from 14:00 in Place de la Republique. It is possible that several thousand will take part, based on previous events and the high profile of this rally. Smaller events are planned for the same day in cities across France; a complete list is here.

Local authorities will likely deploy additional police and heightened security to facilitate the demonstration. Some localized transport disruptions are possible in the vicinity of the protest. The protest will likely pass off peacefully.