International Women’s Rights Day is celebrated every year on March 8th. Here’s what you can expect in Paris for this day of awareness for gender equality.
The International Women’s Rights Day reminds us that inequalities between women and men are still prevalent. This awareness day, held on March 8th each year, sheds light on the condition of women around the world and raises awareness of the importance of the fight for women’s rights through feminist actions.
International Women’s Rights Day: why do we celebrate this day on March 8th? International Women’s Rights Day is celebrated worldwide on March 8th. However, few know its history and origins. So, why do we celebrate the fight on March 8th? How did this symbolic day come to be? Let us tell you more.
And on the occasion of International Women’s Rights Day in Paris, a selection is revealed to raise awareness and inspire us by discovering women who bring the city to life through their projects, performances, and fascinating exhibitions. This day dedicated to women worldwide knows how to make its message heard in all cultural domains. In addition to the usual events of the day, discover the activities organized by Parisian women.
Events for Women’s Rights Day in Paris “Cabrini”: The story of a pioneer honored on Women’s Rights Day “Cabrini,” a biographical and dramatic film directed by Alejandro Monteverde and written by Rod Barr, featuring Cristiana Dell’Anna, David Morse, and John Lithgow, premieres on March 8, 2024, marking International Women’s Rights Day. Its theatrical release is scheduled for March 20, 2024.
Women’s Rights Day: feminist strike and demonstration in Paris on March 8, 2024 On the occasion of International Women’s Rights Day, this Friday, March 8, 2024, the Feminist Strike collective and several unions call for a strike and demonstrations across the country against inequalities. In Paris, the march will start from Place Gambetta. Let’s take stock!
Women’s Rights Day 2024: female and feminist exhibitions to see in Paris On March 8, 2024, we celebrate International Women’s Rights Day: an opportunity to highlight female artists through numerous exhibitions to discover in Paris and the Île-de-France region.
A free sports day: fitness, boxing, and tai-chi on the Champs-Elysées On the occasion of Women’s Rights Day, the city of Paris offers a free sports day for everyone on the Champs-Elysées, with many activities and sports sessions!
Gathering of women for peace and justice on the Parvis de l’Hôtel de Ville in Paris On the coming March 8th, on the occasion of International Women’s Rights Day, a significant event will be held on the Parvis de l’Hôtel de Ville in Paris. Les Guerrières de la Paix, a collective advocating for peace and anti-racism, invites to a solidarity gathering to highlight the impact of conflicts on women and underline the importance of their role in peace processes.
Brigitte Fontaine, awaken the living: the unseen documentary to watch on France 5 On the occasion of International Women’s Rights Day, France 5 highlights the artist Brigitte Fontaine through an unseen documentary. Don’t miss it on Friday, March 8, 2024, in the late evening.
Women’s Rights Day: feminist films to discover in theaters on March 8th March 8th is International Women’s Rights Day. Although this year the date doesn’t fall on a Wednesday, the typical release day for movies in theaters, distributors still offer a selection of films highlighting women. A small selection.
Women’s Rights Day 2024: the shows to see in Paris International Women’s Rights Day returns, as every year, on March 8th. Why not take this opportunity to discover talented women and stories that showcase women on stage? Follow the guide for the shows to see (and book) to celebrate this day.
Women’s Rights Day: the Château de Versailles celebrates its queens and ladies of honor On the occasion of International Women’s Rights Day, the Château de Versailles celebrates the women who have left their mark in the palace’s history: queens, princesses, favorites, as well as women who served the court. From March 5 to 10, 2024, enjoy guided tours, theatric performances, and a night visit.
Les Sportives en Lumière: a documentary film festival on women’s sports at the Méliès cinema For the third time, the festival “Les Sportives en Lumière” takes place at the Méliès cinema in Montreuil to showcase women’s sports through many documentaries made by women.
Adelphe Game Fest 2024: the event dedicated to inclusivity and women’s rights in gaming For gamers and fans of video games! Head to the Cité des Sciences to participate in the Adelphe Game Fest on March 9 and 10, 2024, on International Women’s Rights Day. This pioneering initiative by Women in Games France and its partners aims to promote inclusivity and diversity in the gaming industry. Discover captivating conferences, enriching meetings, and fun activities dedicated to female empowerment and fraternity across genders!
A conference by the Manassé Foundation for Women’s Rights Day On Saturday, March 9, 2024, the Manassé Foundation is organizing the International Women’s Rights Day in collaboration with the Hilton Paris-Opéra on the theme of Active and Engaged Women.
2nd Festival of Lumidacieuses with 12 women on the theme “Freedom, when my body speaks” Book your spot now for the 2nd “Lumidacieuse with her words” festival and get ready for an unforgettable and inspiring experience in the world of Lumidacieuses on March 15!
Women’s Rights Day 2024: the queens and princesses at the Basilique Saint-Denis On the occasion of International Women’s Rights Day, the Basilique de Saint-Denis opens its illustrious doors for an exceptional visit tracing the princesses and queens buried there on March 10, 2024, at 2:30 pm.
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