Women's Strike 2020 took over London Oxford Street

Photo of the Women’s Strike 2020 March that took place in Oxford Street, London.

Today marked an important day as women took to London to strike in honour of the women that came before them and for the women of today.

Taking place in Cavendish Square and Oxford Street in London, the strike was filled with a diverse group of both women and men who came together to share their beliefs that all people should be equal.

"We are here from Mexico because we want to be released from our Government," said Damia Cambos. "We have friends and family who have been killed in Mexico so that's why this is so important to us."

Strikers proudly wore the colour red to show that they were marching and protesting for women across the world that are victims of inequality, violence and injustice even in this era today.

A clothes swap was also planned as part of a consumption strike because Sundays have previously been known for the day when women would shop for clothes, food and necessities, a concept which strikers wanted to reject.

"I think most of it [wearing red] is a symbol of standing united and red historically symbolises worker rights and social injustices. So it's just a good way to unite people," said Ina Woods.

Hundreds of banners were on display with specific messages and facts that people wanted to share, from sayings such as "Latin-America is the world's most violent region", to "combabes climate justice" and "no wombs for bigots".

The Women's Strike had many other events ongoing throughout March such as the Women's Strike Fundraiser Party and there will be a public discussion about abolishing rape taking place on March 9 at 3pm in London.

Martyna Klimczak said: "The march was very inspiring and motivating. It made me realise the wider concept that it doesn't only impact the UK but the entire world. Overall I liked how we were united and the feeling of all being in the same boat."

By Abby Lake