March for Life (Prague)
The March for Life () is an annual anti-abortion demonstration held in Prague in late March, close to the International Day of the Unborn Child (25 March). The first march was held in 2001. It is organized by (Pro-life Movement) of the Czech Republic. The participants usually carry white crosses symbolizing the victims of abortion. The event is supported by the Latin and Eastern Catholic churches. The march is usually opened by a Mass celebrated by Dominik Duka, Cardinal-Archbishop of Prague. Politicians such as Pavel Bělobrádek (KDU-ČSL), Jitka Chalánková (TOP 09), Eva Richtrová (ČSSD) and Jaroslav Plachý (ODS) have attended the march in the past. The march leads to the Wenceslas Square and ends at the Saint Wenceslas statue. See also Abortion in the Czech Republic March for Life and Family March for Life (Washington, D.C.) Walk for Life West Coast References External links 2001 establishments in the Czech Republic Recurring events established in 2001 Catholic Church and abortion Christianity in Prague Anti-abortion movements Protest marches Prague