Reportages

In Paris, organizers reported 120,000 people demonstrating to defend women's rights, while the police prefecture estimated the participation at 47,000.

Across France, more than 200 gatherings took place, called by around fifty feminist and labor organizations. This day of mobilization comes in a context of growing concerns over the rise of masculinist rhetoric and the risk of setbacks in women's rights, particularly in terms of workplace equality and access to abortion.

In Paris, there were significant protests on June 12 and 15, 2024, against the far-right, specifically targeting the National Rally party's rising influence and its anti-migration policies. These demonstrations were organized by labor unions, student groups, and NGOs, drawing tens of thousands of participants. Protesters marched from Place de la République to Bastille square, carrying banners with messages of liberty, equality, and fraternity for all​.

Mobilizations against the Far Right

Paris, June 15, 2024

Rallies against the Far Right

Paris, 12 June 2024

In 2023, the social movement against the pension reform in France sparked widespread mobilization. Millions of people protested for months against the government's proposed measures, including raising the retirement age and the minimum contribution period. Despite the lack of dialogue, the trade unions maintained the support of a majority of the population. The reform was eventually adopted using Article 49.3 of the Constitution, which bypasses parliamentary voting. This decision led to daily protests and criticism of the country's democratic processes. Incidents of violence were reported, along with concerns about law enforcement practices.

Paris, France

Strikes on June 6, April 13, March 15, and March 7, 2024