11 Jun 2024 | 02:43 PM UTC
Switzerland: Women's rights groups to demonstrate in urban centers nationwide, June 14
Women's rights groups and activists to demonstrate in urban centers across Switzerland, June 14; increased security, disruptions likely.
Women's rights groups and activists plan to demonstrate in urban centers across Switzerland on June 14 to demand gender equality and denounce discrimination. Details of the likely most well-attended gatherings are as follows:
Bern: Rally in Bundesplatz 16:00-22:00; March from Schutzenmatte at 18:30.
Geneva: Rally in Parc des Bations at 15:00.
Lausanne: March from Place de la Riponne at 18:30.
Zurich: March from Paradeplatz at 17:00.
It is unclear how many activists will attend the demonstrations; however, attendance at each will likely not exceed the low thousands. Women's rights groups will stage related demonstrations in other cities, including Basel and Lucerne. Likely demonstration sites include central squares and thoroughfares. Large crowds and associated security measures will likely prompt disruptions in areas affected by demonstrations. The events are likely to pass peacefully.
Avoid all protests as a routine security precaution. Allow additional time for travel in demonstration-affected areas on June 14. Heed instructions from authorities.
