Evangelicals in Spain speaking out against female violence
In the heart of Madrid, the Council for Women's Affairs of the Evangelical Council of Madrid (CEM) held its annual rally against violence towards women for the eighth year running. The event, held on 27 November in a local church, was attended by representatives of various organising bodies, evangelical men and women, and hundreds of people.
Asun Quintana, president of the Seneca Falls platform and the Women and Society Working Group of the Spanish Evangelical Alliance, delivered a powerful message at the rally. Drawing inspiration from a gospel scene, Quintana paraphrased the message to reflect the current reality of violence against women.
The rally denounced various forms of violence against women, including physical, psychological, human trafficking, and prostitution. Pablo García Yimber, a rapper, added his voice to the cause with a moving performance of his song, "Woman, you are worth much more." Impact Kerygma (YWAM youth directed by Indira Sanchez) also presented a powerful depiction of emotional dependencies, toxic relationships, and their bondage.
Ester Burgués, the CEM women's counsellor, gave a presentation at the event. The rally also saw the attendance of Isabel Pérez Moñino, the spokesperson for Vox in the Madrid Assembly, and María Belén González Moreno, the head of the Women's Commission.
Vox expressed their position against all violence, including violence against women. However, the main political parties in the Assembly of Madrid were invited, but representatives of the PP and PSOE did not attend.
For four decades, evangelical women's associations in Madrid and other parts of Spain have been involved in social activism, often aligning their efforts with their religious and moral perspectives. These rallies typically focus on condemning violence towards women, promoting family values, and advocating for protective legislation.
However, detailed chronologies, specific topics addressed at annual rallies, and nuanced political party reactions (such as from conservative, liberal, or socialist groups) are not easily found in the current search results. To accurately answer queries about these annual rallies' history, topics, and political responses, one would need to consult specialized sources such as Spanish evangelical community websites or publications, Madrid local news archives covering women's activism, and academic works on religion and gender activism in Spain.
Forty-two candles representing the number of women murdered in Spain this year were held, and a one-minute silence was observed for them. The event also expressed their fight for women, motherhood, and their opposition to gender ideology, which they believe fundamentally discriminates against women.
The first event was held on 25 November in the center of Madrid, attended by representatives of various organising bodies, evangelical men and women, and hundreds of people. The rally continues to be a significant event in the fight against violence towards women in Madrid, attracting support and participation from various sectors of society.
- The rally, held on 27 November, focused on issues such as science, health-and-wellness, and women's health, along with lifestyle and relationships, mirroring the perspectives of the organizations involved.
- In addition to denouncing violence, the rally also touched upon topics like politics and general news, with guest speakers voicing their opinions on various social and political issues.
- The event saw the attendance of representatives from different political parties, including Vox, who expressed their position against all forms of violence, including violence against women, but political responses from parties like the PP and PSOE remain multifaceted and complex, requiring further research.
