Munich raises its voice: Solidarity for women worldwide!

Munich raises its voice: Solidarity for women worldwide!

On June 23, 2025, something is happening in Munich that is not only of local importance: the demonstration of “woman-art-politics”. This event is based on an impressive bike tour previously organized in Switzerland by a feminist collective. It aims to make misogyny visible and to promote solidarity and empathy among the participants. The issue is burning – misogyny and misogynistic regimes must be fought, and this cannot be done through visibility alone. [Wochenanzeiger] reports that it is about learning from the impressive struggles of girls and women around the world, who often risk their lives to stand up for freedom, dignity and justice.

This demonstration is part of the project “#NiUnaMenos | #Feminicides”, which highlights misogynistic structures in the state and society. This not only looks at the historical roots, but also at the current challenges. Organizers emphasize the urgency of creating change so that girls and women can live lives of peace, security and equality before the law. Further information about the initiative can be found on the “frau-kunst-politik” website.

The beginning of the #NiUnaMenos movement

Many people may remember the origins of the #NiUnaMenos movement. On June 3, 2015, thousands of women in Argentina demonstrated against femicide and gender-based violence. The trigger was the brutal murder of Chiara Paez, a pregnant 14-year-old. This event was launched by ten female journalists on Twitter and quickly grew into a powerful movement. In Argentina, a woman is murdered every 30 hours, mostly by a partner or ex-partner - an alarming statistic that highlights the urgent need for action. [Gender Security Project] highlights that despite comprehensive laws against gender-based violence, they often fail in practice. The movement has gained traction and is demanding not only better laws, but also training for security forces and official registers of femicide cases.

Since its inception, the movement has expanded to cover a variety of related issues, including economic inequality and access to contraceptives. Even in the current times, characterized by the COVID-19 pandemic, the situation for women has become even worse.

A look at the historical development of the women's movement

To understand the current status, it is also exciting to take a look at the three waves of the women's movement that [Böll] describes. Historically, it all began in the 18th century, a time marked by the Enlightenment and the French Revolution. With important personalities such as Olympe de Gouges, who wrote the “Declaration of the Rights of Women and Citizens” in 1791, the demand for equality took shape. The second wave of the women's movement in the 1960s campaigned for self-determination and the right to have a say.

The third wave, which continues to this day, shows an impressive diversity of movements tackling the different challenges of gender discrimination. The introduction of the Civil Partnership Act 2001 and the #MeToo movement are just some of the steps taken over the years to strengthen women's rights and create visibility.

What is becoming clear in Munich and beyond is the need for a strong, interconnected fight against misogyny and for equality. There is much to do and the movement is more vibrant than ever. The demonstration of “woman-art-politics” fits in seamlessly and strengthens the voice of this important topic.