Ulaanbaatar
Women march in Ulaanbaatar for their rights
PoliticsUlaanbaatar /MONTSAME/ Women walked a peaceful demonstration named “Strong women are the bridge to peace” on the Peace Bridge of Ulaanbaatar yesterday March 8, on the occasion of the International Women’s Day.
The march was organized for the third year initiated by the Youth Union of Mongolia, in order to improve women’s position in the society and encourage women to be more confident in their future.
March 8 is celebrated throughout the country as a public holiday, when men cook and give presents to their wifes and daughters. The Youth Union has been appealing to celebrate this day as a day to fight for women’s right, change and prosperity.
On the side of the central square of Ulaanbaatar, three women posed half-naked holding up posters saying “We have no reason to celebrate this day”, “Those in power with offshore assets must come before justice!”, “Return what you stole!” and others, with the award ceremonies were taking place on the square at the same time for the women’s day.
