Feminism will take to the streets tomorrow in Vigo to stand up, another November 25, to machismo and denounce the different violence that women suffer for being women, but unlike previous years, on this occasion, they have been Two mobilizations have been called to walk the streets of the city one hour apart on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
Under the motto “Let shame change sides, feminism has a truce!” with Policarpo Sanz putting the focus this 25N on sexual violence and “patriarchal xustiza.” From the entity they highlighted that this year they want to thank the “xenerosity and courage of those who exposed their six cases publicly, helping the entire society, making visible and raising awareness of normalized and silenced problems.”
Feminist Response takes an hour to desmarcarse itself from the one called by Rede de Mulleres contra os Malos Tratos at 20.00 hours, included in the program of acts of the Council of Vigo and also with departure from Vía Norte, since from the platform they consider that «feminism must be autonomous and escape from the social movement» and, in this sense, pointed out that «the intention is to carry out an institutional act, trampling on the city’s organized feminism, ignoring the protocols drawn up by Galician Feminism in its mobilizations and trying to erase uncomfortable speeches for power».
On the other hand, for the third consecutive year, the Vigo Abolitionist Bloc will also be present at the demonstration, which will attend the mobilization called by Resposta Feminista, standing at the end of the march, from which it will distance itself in the last section to read its own manifest in front of the MARCO Museum, around 7:30 p.m.
Scheduled activities
The two demonstrations will star in the day in the city, but it will also be marked by other events such as the “Enlaza Vigo against gender violence” initiative, aimed at ESO, Baccalaureate and Vocational Training students. The municipal programming will continue on the 27th with the screening of Tódalas mulleres que coñezo and on the 28th with the play Cigarreras.
For its part, the Vigo headquarters of the Provincial Council will display tarpaulins and panels with the motto “Break or silence. Scoita or change.
**How might the collaboration between the Vigo City Council and activist groups like Rede de Mulleres contra os Malos Tratos impact the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of anti-violence initiatives, particularly in light of Resposta Feminista’s critique of institutional involvement?**
## Interview: Two Perspectives on Vigo’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re discussing the upcoming International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women in Vigo. Joining us are:
* **[Guest 1 Name and Affiliation]**, representing [Organization Name] participating in the demonstration organized by Rede de Mulleres contra os Malos Tratos.
* **[Guest 2 Name and Affiliation]**, representing Resposta Feminista,
We’ll be delving into the significance of the day, the planned demonstrations, and differing perspectives on feminist activism in Vigo.
**Section 1: The Significance of November 25th**
* **[Interviewer]:** Could you both share your thoughts on the importance of commemorating International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women? What are the key messages you hope to convey through these demonstrations?
* **[Interviewer] (directed at Guest 1):** Your organization is participating in a demonstration organized in collaboration with the Vigo City Council. How does this collaboration contribute to raising awareness and promoting change regarding gender-based violence?
* **[Interviewer] (directed at Guest 2):** Resposta Feminista has chosen to distance itself from the council-supported demonstration. What are the reasons behind this decision, and what does “feminism being autonomous” mean in this context?
**Section 2: Different Approaches to Activism**
* **[Interviewer]:** While both gatherings aim to address the same issue, there seem to be differing views on the best approach to activism. [Guest 1], can you elaborate on the effectiveness of institutional collaboration in raising awareness and achieving concrete change?
* **[Interviewer]:** [Guest 2], Resposta Feminista emphasizes the need for feminism to “escape from the social movement.” Can you explain what you see as the limitations of mainstream activism and how your approach seeks to overcome them?
* **[Interviewer]:** The Vigo Abolitionist Bloc will be participating in Resposta Feminista’s demonstration while also presenting its own manifesto. How does this collaborative yet distinct approach contribute to the overall message of the day?
**Section 3: Looking Ahead**
* **[Interviewer]:** Beyond the demonstrations, how can we continue the conversation about gender-based violence and promote lasting change throughout the year?
* **[Interviewer]:** What specific policy changes or societal shifts would you consider crucial in creating a safer and more equitable society for women in Vigo and beyond?
* **[Interviewer]:** Are there any organizations or projects that you believe are doing particularly impactful work in addressing this issue, and how can individuals get involved to support these efforts?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you both for sharing your insightful perspectives.
The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address this pervasive issue. By fostering dialog, raising awareness, and demanding accountability, we can work towards creating a world where violence against women is truly eliminated.
