Skopje, 8 March 2025 (MIA) – On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the Gender Equality Platform is organizing a women's rights march in Skopje under the slogan "Let Them Eat Roses!"

The organizer calls for a women's march and a solidarity boycott to mark the international day of economic, political, and social struggle for women's equality.

"March 8 is not a day for symbolic gestures and worn-out phrases. This year, we don’t want roses. What good are roses when we can’t afford bread? We live in an inhumane and unsustainable system built on systemic oppression that occupies our lives and limits our choices and opportunities. In times of crisis, the burden falls disproportionately on women. That’s why we say - we don’t want roses, we call for a feminist fight for freedom, solidarity, and autonomy," the Gender Equality Platform stated.

They are calling on women to boycott large supermarkets, retail chains, and shopping malls today, as “artificially induced inflation is pushing us to the brink of survival.” They are also urging a boycott of domestic chores.

The march will begin at 1 pm in front of the Universal Hall and will finish at the "Woman Fighter" park with final addresses to the public and institutions.

Photo: Gender Equality Platform