UK Women’s Rights March: Manchester to join cities across the country as thousands champion women

A total of 21 separate marches will take place across the country on Saturday January 18. The Manchester event is set to start in the heart of the city, by Manchester Cathedral, at 12pm.

The peaceful protest is expected to be attended by many people from Manchester and the surrounding areas who are passionate about advocating for women’s rights and gender equality. The march will feature speeches from local organisers and a vibrant display of banners and signs, all united in the call for change. Participants are encouraged to bring their voices, energy, and support as the community comes together to stand in solidarity with women worldwide.

Alison Campbell, Co-Lead Organiser for the Manchester march said: “I believe that having rights as a woman is not a given even if we currently have won some. You have to keep on fighting otherwise they can be snatched away. That is what we are seeing now; hard won rights being torn away and women having their potential squashed. I march for all women and girls everywhere because we all deserve to live our lives fully, free of oppression.”

Route details for UK Women’s Rights March in Manchester

Manchester’s march will take place from 12pm-3pm, with a stationary meeting point in Cathedral Yard at the top of Deansgate next to Manchester Cathedral; here, there will be a rally with speeches from 12pm to 1pm. At 1pm for those who would like to march, we will begin our march southbound down Deansgate, turning onto Peter Street and ending in St. Peter’s Square. When the merch arrives at St. Peter’s Square there will be a shorter rally and speeches.