Issue No. 1965
2 - 8 March 2023
AXARQUIA - COSTA TROPICAL • EUROWEEKLYNEWS.COM
Photo credit: Ayuntamiento de Nerja
WOMEN IN SOCIETY
NERJA is gearing up to celebrate Inter national Women's Day in a big way on Wednesday, March 8. And with more than 15 activities planned between Saturday, March 4 and Monday, March 27, there will be something for everyone to enjoy and get involved in. The celebrations kick off with a con cert by the duo ‘Arcadia’ at the Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre on Saturday March 4. The following day, the Siem pre en Forma association will hold their Walk for Equality, starting from the Balcón de Europa at 12:30pm. The highlight of the celebrations will be the institutional act on Wednes day, March 8 at 5 pm at Nerja Town Hall. The event will begin with the reading of a manifesto for women’s rights. Other exciting events will fol low throughout the month. This year's celebrations come at a time when the role of women in soci ety is being widely discussed and de bated around the world. With this ex
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Towards equality REGIONAL authorities in Axarquia have unveiled an exciting programme of events to celebrate International Women’s Day, under the slogan ‘Moving onwards towards equality’. The celebrations include activities in more than 40 towns in the region, talks and shows focusing on gender equality and raising awareness about gender violence. In addition to this, local councils can also request violetcoloured information points to educate locals and visitors about gender equality. As a way of recognising and rewarding distinguished wom en in the region, prizes will be given out to individuals and or ganisations who have made significant contributions towards gender equality within their communities, including in Rincon de La Victoria on Monday, March 6. This year’s International Women’s Day celebrations are sure to be a memorable event that will bring together people from all walks of life towards equality.
Authorities present this year’s activities to celebrate International Women’s Day in Nerja.
cellent events programme, Nerja is sending a strong message that it val ues and respects the contribution of
women to society and is committed to continuing to promote gender equali ty.
RINCON DE LA VICTORIA will kick off its cele brations for International Women’s Day with a stunning exhibition entitled ‘Alma’ by local artist Marina Cuesta, which is set to open in the town hall’s courtyard on Friday, March 3. This exhibition seeks to honour and pay trib ute to all women and their struggles. Featuring captivating works that explore the vulnerable yet powerful soul we carry inside us, the exhi bition is sure to be an inspiring experience for all visitors. On display will also be vibrant pieces such as a ’masks’ feature representing the feminine soul and energy. In addition, there will be phrases from Latin American and Spanish women defining what International Women’s Day means to them, making a powerful state ment in support of equal rights and opportuni ties between men and women. This exhibition will remain open until Friday, March 31 from 8.30am to 1.30pm on week days. Rincon de La Victoria will also offer a varied programme of events throughout the whole month to celebrate the important global event including community activities, work shops and debates led by experts in gender equality.
Photo credit: Marina Cuesta (via Facebook)
Celebrating womanhood
A thought-provoking exhibition by local artist, Marina Cueva will go on show to mark International Women’s Day in Rincon de La Victoria.
Photo credit: Diputación de Málaga
Authorities in Malaga announce plans to recognise local women in Axarquia for their action towards gender equality.