Cofradía de la Purísima Sangre de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo de Sagunto

The Cofradía de la Purísima Sangre de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo de Sagunto is a long-standing religious brotherhood in Sagunto, Valencia, Spain. It is currently newsworthy because its decision to continue excluding women from participating in its processions has prompted the Spanish government to initiate the process of revoking the Semana Santa (Holy Week) of Sagunto's designation as a Fiesta de Interés Turístico Nacional (Festival of National Tourist Interest). This designation, granted in 2004 by the Ministry of Industry and Tourism, provides recognition and potential benefits to the event. The Cofradía recently held a vote on the inclusion of women, resulting in a majority against their participation. This marks the third time the organization has voted to maintain the exclusion. The government's response highlights the increasing importance of gender equality and inclusivity in public events and the potential consequences for organizations that fail to adhere to these principles.