Jena, March 08, 2026 – On the occasion of today’s International Women’s Day, the “Bündnis 8. März Jena” is calling for a central demonstration as well as a variety of decentralized actions. Under the motto “Wir kämpfen, Wir streiken, Wir leben”, the demonstration march will move from Faulloch through the Jena city center during the course of the day.
- Occasion: International Women’s Day (March 8)
- Organizer: Bündnis 8. März Jena
- Motto: “Wir kämpfen, Wir streiken, Wir leben”
- Starting point of the demo: Faulloch, Jena
- Additional offers: Childcare, workshops, catering and exchange formats
Extensive supporting program in the city area
The organizers have embedded this year’s demonstration into a broad supporting program. The goal is not only to take political protest to the streets, but also to create spaces for mutual exchange and networking. Workshops are being offered today at various locations throughout the city area. To facilitate participation, especially for families and single parents, the alliance is also providing childcare and ensuring catering options at the event locations.
Background: The Faulloch and March 8 in Jena
The Faulloch, located on the edge of the historic city wall near the Johannistor and the university campus, is a traditional and popular starting point for demonstrations in Jena due to its central location. International Women’s Day is observed worldwide on March 8. It originated around the time of the First World War in the struggle for equality, women’s suffrage, and the emancipation of female workers. In Jena, various socio-political alliances use this day every year to draw attention to persistent inequalities and to place feminist demands in the public eye.
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Gemeinsam auf die Straße – Bündnis 8. März lädt zu Aktionen
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