Speyer sets signs: flags rip against violence on women and children

Speyer sets signs: flags rip against violence on women and children

On Monday, November 25th, Speyer will set a powerful sign against violence! On the occasion of the international day to eliminate violence against women, flags are raised with the haunting slogan "freely living without violence". The city raises the voice for women and girls who suffer from gender -specific violence. Mayor Monika Kabs (CDU) emphasizes the urgency of the topic, especially in the context of the current situation in Iran. "It is essential to show cohesion and encourage affected women to take advantage of help," she explains.

flags and light for women's rights

At 12:15 p.m. Kabs and deputy Irmgard Münch-Weinmann (Greens) will be Hissen the flag in front of Maximilianstrasse 5, opposite the town house. But that's not all! The old coin and the Altpörtel will shine in bright orange to support the UN campaign "Orange the World". These impressive actions should draw attention to the ongoing challenges with which women are confronted - be it in partnerships, in public spaces or even in the digital area. "Violence must never be accepted or concealed," warns Münch-Weinmann.

exhibition and dialogue about women's rights

The equality office of the city of Speyer also presents the exhibition "Frau.leben.leben. Freiheit", which will be shown in the Hohenfeld house from November 25th to December 11th. This exhibition focuses on the Iranian protest movement and illuminates the challenges with which women are confronted in both countries. On Monday evening at 7 p.m. there will be an exciting valley round on the subject of "Women's rights in focus: Iran and Germany - a dialogue about freedom and democracy". Prominent voices such as Fadime Tuncer, MdL (Bündnis 90/Die Grünen), journalist Atosa Azii and representatives of the initiative "Women Life Freedom Rhein-Neckar" discuss on the podium. Be there when Speyer sets a strong sign of women's rights!