International Women's Rights Day is a reminder that inequalities between women and men are still with us today. Held every year on March 8, this awareness-raising day sheds light on the status of women around the world, and raises awareness of the importance of fighting for women's rights throughfeminist action.
International Women's Rights Day: why is it being celebrated on March 8?
International Women's Rights Day is celebrated around the world every March 8. Yet few know its history and origins. So why do we celebrate the struggle on March 8? How did this symbolic day come about? We tell you. [Read more]
And on the occasion of International Women's Rights Day in Paris, we're unveiling a selection designed to raise awareness and inspire us, by discovering the women who bring the capital to life through their projects, shows and fascinating exhibitions. This day dedicated to women around the world is sure to get its message across, in all cultural fields. In addition to the usual daytime events, find out more about the activities organized by Parisian women.
Women's Rights Day: feminist strike and demonstration in Paris on March 8, 2024
To mark International Women's Rights Day this Friday, March 8, 2024, the Grève féministe collective and several unions are calling for a nationwide strike and demonstrations against inequality. In Paris, the procession will set off from Place Gambetta. We take stock! [Read more]
A Manassee Foundation symposium for Women's Rights Day
On Saturday March 9, 2024 the Manassé Foundation is organizing International Women's Rights Day in collaboration with the Hilton Paris-Opera on the theme of Active and Committed Women. [Read more]
Women's rally for peace and justice on the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville in Paris
On March 8, International Women's Rights Day, a landmark event will be held on the forecourt of Paris City Hall. Les Guerrières de la Paix, a collective campaigning for peace and anti-racism, is inviting participants to a rally of solidarity to highlight the impact of conflict on women, and the importance of their role in peace processes. [Read more]
Women's Rights Day 2024: women's and feminist exhibitions to see in Paris
This March 8, 2024, we're celebrating International Women's Rights Day: an opportunity to shine the spotlight on women artists, thanks to numerous exhibitions to discover in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
Women's Rights Day: the Château de Versailles celebrates its queens and ladies-in-waiting
To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Château de Versailles is celebrating the women who have left their mark on the palace's history: queens, princesses, favorites and women who served the court. From March 5 to 10, 2024, enjoy guided, theatrical tours and a nocturne. [Read more]
Women's Rights Day: feminist films to discover in cinemas on March 8
March 8 is International Women's Rights Day. And while this year's date doesn't fall on a Wednesday, the day on which films are released in cinemas, distributors are still offering us a selection of films featuring women. Here's a small selection. [Read more]
Brigitte Fontaine, réveiller les vivants: the never-before-seen documentary on France 5
To mark International Women's Rights Day, France 5 is honoring the artist Brigitte Fontaine with a never-before-seen documentary. Don't miss it on Friday, March 8, 2024 in the second half of the evening. [Read more]
Les Sportives en Lumière: a documentary film festival on women's sport at cinema le Méliès
For the third time, the "Les Sportives en Lumière" festival takes place at the Méliès cinema in Montreuil, to highlight women's sport through a number of documentaries directed by women. [Read more]
Women's Rights Day 2024: shows to see in Paris
International Women's Rights Day returns every year on March 8. Why not take this opportunity to discover talented women on stage, with stories that showcase women? Follow our guide to the shows you need to see (and book) to celebrate the day. [Read more]
Women's Rights Day 2024: queens and princesses at the Basilique Saint-Denis
To mark International Women's Rights Day, the Basilica of Saint-Denis opens its illustrious doors for an exceptional visit in the footsteps of the princesses and queens buried there, on March 10, 2024 at 2:30pm. [Read more]
2nd Festival des Lumidacieuses with 12 women on the theme "Liberté, quand mon corps s'exprime" ("Freedom, when my body expresses itself")
Reserve your place now for the 2nd "Lumidacieuse avec ses mots" festival and get ready for an unforgettable and inspiring experience in the world of lumidacieuses on March 15! [Read more]
Adelphe Game Fest 2024: the event dedicated to inclusivity and women's rights in gaming
Attention female gamers and other video game enthusiasts! Head to the Cité des Sciences to take part in the Adelphe Game Fest on March 9 and 10, 2024, to mark International Women's Rights Day. This pioneering initiative by Women in Games France and its partners aims to promote inclusivity and diversity in the video game industry. Discover captivating conferences, enriching encounters and fun activities dedicated to female empowerment and fraternity beyond gender! [Read more]
A free day of sport: fitness, English boxing and tai chi on the Champs-Elysées
To mark Women's Rights Day, the City of Paris is offering a free sports day for all, on the Champs-Elysées, with a host of events and sports sessions! [Read more]
Cabrini, one woman's sublime epic against adversity: Our review and trailer
Cabrini, a poignant biographical drama about the incredible destiny of Sister Francesca Cabrini, directed by Alejandro Monteverde and written by Rod Barr, starring Cristiana Dell'Anna, David Morse, and John Lithgow, is due in cinemas on March 20, 2024. [Read more]
We Can Do It!, original poster by J. Howard Miller
Dates and Opening Time
On March 8, 2024
International Women's Rights Day: why is it being celebrated on March 8?
