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Sian Traynor

Edinburgh women to protest one year on from Sarah Everard's death after 'no change'

A protest has been organised in Edinburgh to call for more to be done one year on from the death of Sarah Everard.

The murder of the 33-year-old while she walked home on March 3, 2021, sparked movements and protests around the country, with thousands of women calling for better education, reform and protection.

As further information about what happened to Sarah unfolded, two Edinburgh women created 'StrutSafe', a platform where locals who felt vulnerable walking home alone could organise a volunteer to go with them.

Run by Alice Jackson and Rachel Chung, the idea quickly caught interest, with the organisation now having over 70,000 followers on social media, with a number of volunteers listed.

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However, one year on from the death of Sarah Everard, StrutSafe has organised a protest at the Scottish Parliament calling for more to be done.

Taking place on Thursday, March 3 at 6pm, a number of people are expected to attend, with the site asking attendees to bring their "anger" and "commitment to change".

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Announcing the event, StrutSafe said: "One year on from the murder of Sarah Everard, violence against women and marginalised people has only become more common.

"Strut Safe calls on our representatives to enact material, meaningful reform to put an end to this hostile environment.

"Join Strut Safe for a memorial protest on Thursday, 3rd March at 6pm in front of the Scottish Parliament building.

"Bring your anger, your signs, and your commitment to change."

Speakers include Hannah Bardell, MP; Pauline McNeill, MSP; Monica Lennon, MSP; Racism Unmasked; and Strut Safe.

Organisers have also requested attendees wear a face covering and observe social distancing, as well as treating others in attendance with dignity and respect.

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