Quimper Celebrates International Women’s Rights Day with Diverse Events

The city and agglomeration of Quimper are demonstrating their commitment to women’s rights through a series of events from March 3rd to March 21st, 2026, culminating in International Women’s Rights Day on March 8th. These initiatives aim to raise awareness about sexism, gender stereotypes, and the importance of equality between women and men.

Artistic Expressions and Exhibitions

A central event is the exhibition featuring the works of Any Le Torrivellec and Marie-Noëlle Vives, opening on Tuesday, March 3rd at L’Athéna in Ergué-Gabéric and continuing through Saturday, March 21st. Any Le Torrivellec is an amateur painter whose work focuses on the theme of women, making her exhibition particularly fitting for International Women’s Day. She is showcasing her art alongside Marie-Noëlle Vives, a fellow artist from Gabon, who also explores similar themes in a figurative style. The exhibition will also include texts and poems reflecting on the condition of women throughout history.

An opening reception will be held on Sunday, March 8th at 11:30 a.m., with participation from young people from the Espace Jeunes and the CME.

Workshops and Educational Initiatives

On Tuesday, March 3rd, from 2:00 p.m. To 3:30 p.m., a workshop will be held at CICODES in Quimper to introduce educational tools for deconstructing gender stereotypes for children aged 6-11. The workshop will showcase albums, books, and resources available at the CICODES documentation center to combat sexism. Registration is required via email at cicodes@ritimo.org or by phone at 02 98 95 87 40.

Evening Events and Discussions

Friday, March 6th, offers a range of activities. From 5:00 p.m. To 10:00 p.m. At Flux in Quimper, attendees can participate in a “Feminist Influx!” evening featuring a sign and writing workshop (5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.), an open stage (7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.), and a performance by Nosil B, an acoustic rap/singing artist (8:00 p.m.). An exhibition by Pepina Van de Kamp will also be on display. More information is available at flux.bzh.

Also on Friday, March 6th, the MJC de Kerfeunteun in Quimper will host a meeting at 6:00 p.m. With Aline Baudry-Scherer (podcast “Feminism explained to my beau”) for young people aged 13-20. The discussion will focus on the meaning and impact of words related to gender and equality. Details can be found at mjckerfeunteun.org.

The Social Center – SIVOM du Pays Glazik in Briec will host an International Women’s Rights Day evening on Friday, March 6th at 7:00 p.m., featuring a performance by the Espace Jeunes choir and the Impro Infini troupe. More information is available at glazik.bzh.

Information Stands and Awareness Campaigns

Information stands organized by the AAVVIF – Association supporting victims of domestic violence will be present at Le 7: Carrefour shopping center on Saturday, March 7th, and at the users’ house of the Kerlic health center on Monday, March 9th. Further details can be found at association-aavvif.com.

Creative Workshops and Performances

A creative sign workshop will be held at Flux in Quimper on Saturday, March 7th, from 2:00 p.m. To 5:00 p.m., organized by CTEFS – Collective Trans in South Finistère. More information is available on Facebook.

The MJC de Kerfeunteun will host a tribute to Fanny Mendelssohn and other 19th-century female composers on Saturday, March 7th at 5:00 p.m., with a concert by teachers and students of the Conservatory of Music and Theater. Reservations are required. Details can be found at mjckerfeunteun.org.

A literary meeting with Elisabeth Le Borgne will take place at the Quéménéven Library on Saturday, March 7th at 7:00 p.m., where she will discuss her essay tracing the lives of twelve remarkable women.

Another concert by the Calligramme choir will be held at the MJC de Kerfeunteun on Saturday, March 7th at 8:00 p.m., featuring music from the Belle Époque. Reservations are required. Details can be found at mjckerfeunteun.org.

Demonstrations and Film Screenings

A demonstration organized by unions and All of Us 29 will take place on Sunday, March 8th at 2:00 p.m. In Place Saint-Corentin. A sign-making workshop and shared meal will precede the demonstration at Salle des Ursulines starting at 11:00 a.m.

The Cinema Le Katorza in Quimper will screen the film “The Women’s House” on Sunday, March 8th at 6:00 p.m., followed by a debate with members of the association. Usual room rates apply at katorza.fr.

Conference on Women’s Rights

On Tuesday, March 10th at 6:30 p.m., the Alain-Gérard Media Library in Quimper will host a conference titled “Developments in women’s rights in Europe and in the world” presented by Sérielle Mejias, a journalist at “Le Monde.” More information is available at mediatheques.quimper-bretagne-occidentale.bzh.