Women are excluded from Easter processions by groups of men known as cofradías, or brotherhoods, in Spain. Every Easter across Spain groups of men known as cofradías, or brotherhoods, carry ornate religious floats through towns and villages as crowds watch. Earlier this week members of the Brotherhood of Holy Week of Sagunto voted on whether to allow women to take part in the carrying of their float. This followed growing pressure for a change to a tradition that has been observed in the eastern Mediterranean town since the late 15th century. That status gives the town access to subsidies and means it is promoted internationally as a tourist destination.

Source: The Irish Times March 24, 2026 10:11 UTC