A feminist march in Luxembourg attracted 5,000 people

On Saturday, the centre of the capital turned purple as a feminist march brought together around 5,000 people, including activists, students, members of political parties, transgender people and just concerned citizens. The event, timed to coincide with International Women's Day, was a symbol of growing solidarity in the fight for equality.

Alice Welter, activist and creator of the feminist account L'effrontée, participated in the march as a representative of the JIF (Journée internationale des femmes) platform. She said it was particularly important that many young people took part in the march: "Perhaps they were influenced by events abroad, such as in the United States, where women's previously established rights are being reviewed," she said in a dialogue with L'Essentiel.

According to Welter, the presence of men in the column is a positive signal: "People often talk about the crisis of masculinity, but today it didn't matter. The main thing is the number of people who took to the streets for a common goal.

The march was accompanied by the slogans "Solidarity", "Down with patriarchy", "My body is my choice", and, as Welter admitted, taking part in the demonstration was a real emotional release: "It was a way to let out all the anger and frustration that had built up over the year."

The march outlined a broader agenda than just fighting for women's rights. "It is a movement to end any oppression caused by the patriarchal system. That is why more and more people feel involved," the activist emphasised.

She also noted the friendly reaction of passers-by: people smiled, applauded, expressed support and appreciation. "5,000 people coming together for one cause is powerful," she concluded.