04 Jun 2018 | 06:47 PM UTC
Argentina: Nationwide protests against gender-based violence June 4
Protests denouncing gender-based violence planned across Argentina on June 4; heightened security measures and localized traffic disruptions expected near demonstrations
Event
Protests denouncing gender-based violence are planned throughout Argentina, including in Buenos Aires, on Monday, June 4. Demonstrators are expected to gather in central squares across the country beginning at 17:00 (local time), including at Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires. Heightened security measures and localized traffic disruptions are expected near protest sites.
Context
The protests are organized annually by the organization Ni Una Menos. While the majority of demonstrations in Argentina take place without major incident, larger ones can result in major traffic chaos that can significantly disrupt daily life; clashes between protesters and security forces and other incidents of low-intensity violence are also occasionally reported.
Advice
Individuals in Argentina are advised to avoid all protests as a precaution, allow for extra time to reach their destinations, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
