Hundreds of students set to march against gender-based violence

The annual Fight for the Night march in Glasgow is a student-led initiative that aims to double last year's turnout of more than 200 attendees.

It is organised in collaboration with several student organisations, including Strathclyde Students’ Union, Glasgow University’s Students’ Representative Council, Glasgow School of Art’s Students’ Association, City of Glasgow College Students’ Association, Glasgow Clyde College Student Association, and Glasgow Caledonian University Students' Association.

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The march is scheduled for November 28 and will see students joined by local activist groups and charities.

They plan to raise awareness, demand justice, and advocate for safer streets and campuses.

This year, the march will highlight the urgent need for systemic changes in how institutions, law enforcement, and communities address the needs of survivors of gender-based violence.

This includes a deeper understanding of LGBT+ identities and experiences within statutory services, as well as investing in prevention programs and support services for survivors.

Strath Union's vice-president of community Jamie Campbell said: "We are thrilled to see so many other student organisations come together and join us on an integral fight for change.

"We must take a stand against sexual and gender-based violence within our campuses, our communities, and the streets of Glasgow.

"I hope that one day there is not a need for such a large gathering of people campaigning for change but until that day happens, everyone must come together and march for the change we wish to see."

Students will be joined by local activist groups and charities (Image: Lottie Eastwood/Strath Union) Iris Duane, vice-president of student support at Glasgow University SRC, said: "Violence against women and girls remains a scourge in our society.

"Students across the city continue to make themselves heard and demand an end to gender-based violence on our campuses and in our streets.

"Whilst student organisations across Glasgow have worked hard to provide services supporting students, it is time for a systemic change.

"Join us at the march on November 28 to demand that change."

The march will begin at Kelvingrove Park, and attendees are asked to meet at the Eldon Street entrance by 6pm.

A group will gather at the University of Glasgow Memorial Gate at 5.30pm to walk to the main meeting point at Kelvingrove.

Following an approved route through Glasgow city centre, the march will conclude at the Buchanan Steps.

There will be a brief stop at Blythswood Square, across from the Kimpton Hotel & Spa, for a five-minute break.

Once the procession reaches the endpoint, a short rally will be held where organisers will address attendees and formally close the march.

The organisers recognise that some may be unable to participate in person.

A hybrid event will be held at Strath Union during the march for those who cannot attend.

Those joining the in-person march will return to Strath Union afterward to join the hybrid event.

This march will fall during the international United Nations 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign.

The 16 Days campaign runs between November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) and December 10 (Human Rights Day).