12 Sep 2024 | 04:00 PM UTC
France: Activists to demonstrate nationwide in support of victims of sexual violence Sept. 14 /update 1
Protests against sexual violence planned across France Sept. 14. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Activists from several organizations, including the #Metoo movement, plan to protest across France on Sept. 14 to denounce sexual violence. The action coincides with the court trial involving a high-profile rape case in Avignon. Organizers have announced the following protest sites and start times:
Avignon: Porte Limbert 13:00
Dijon: Place Darcy 14:00
Marseille: Palais de Justice 14:00
Montpellier: Place de la Comedie 14:00
Paris: Place de la Republique 14:00
Rennes: Place de la Republique 14:00
Toulouse: Allee Jean Jaures 14:00
Similar demonstrations are likely in locations elsewhere around the country.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near all demonstrations that may occur. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid all protest areas as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near protest sites. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
