Women's Rights Marches Across France Face Tensions Over Far-Right Group's Participation

The controversial presence of the Némésis collective at Paris's 8-March rally draws backlash from feminist organizations and unions.

Nationwide demonstrations are planned in France for International Women's Day, with over 100 cities participating to address gender inequality and violence against women.
The far-right collective Némésis, known for its anti-immigration stance, plans to join the Paris march, sparking outrage among feminist groups who accuse it of racism and xenophobia.
Feminist organizations highlight the persistence of gender pay gaps, with women earning 22.2% less than men in the private sector, and call for systemic changes to address workplace inequality.
The French government has introduced measures like expanded support for domestic violence victims, but activists argue these efforts fall short of the three billion euros they demand for comprehensive reform.
Critics accuse Némésis of exploiting feminist language to push an exclusionary agenda, while researchers note its influence on social media far outweighs its limited street presence.