On March 8, International Women's Day, protests erupted in several cities around the world, calling on governments and society to strengthen the protection of women's rights, eliminate gender inequality, and address domestic violence issues. In particular, protesters in Berlin, Germany, emphasized that the rise of right-wing conservative forces is putting the feminist movement at risk of regression across Europe and the world.

The protest in Berlin attracted thousands of participants holding signs demanding that the government enforce workplace gender equality policies, ensure women's safety, and increase support for victims of gender-based violence. Protesters criticized the recent rise of right-wing forces in many European countries, which has led to a lack of focus on women's rights in policy-making. For instance, in some countries, abortion rights are once again under threat, and some political parties have even attempted to overturn existing laws. Additionally, online violence and workplace discrimination against women remain widespread issues.The government should take more proactive measures to ensure that women's rights are not compromised due to political changes. (Photo / Screenshot from Pexels)

Scholars have pointed out that the feminist movement made significant progress in the early 21st century, but in recent years, political changes have led some countries to reconsider their women's rights policies, causing setbacks in previously achieved progress. Protesters emphasized that women must continue to raise their voices to achieve true equality, and governments should take more proactive measures to ensure that women's rights are not undermined by political shifts.