In Friedrichshain, the new Freia-Eisner-Straße is officially inaugurated with speeches from local officials and historians. This street naming honors Freia Eisner, a passionate advocate for peace and social justice, known for her activism in the women’s and peace movements. The event, held at the intersection of Freia-Eisner-Straße and Valeska-Gert-Straße on Friday, October 18, 2024, aims to commemorate her contributions and highlight the history of LSBTTIQ* individuals in the district’s public spaces.
Freia Eisner, who lived from 1907 to 1989, actively promoted socialist, anti-fascist, and pacifist ideals, especially after facing persecution by the National Socialists for her relationship to Kurt Eisner. The street naming acknowledges her legacy, following a decision by the Bezirksverordnetenversammlung in June 2023 to honor her memory. This initiative, in collaboration with the „Aktiven Museum,“ celebrates her dedication to democratic values and highlights her role in shaping the local community of Friedrichshain, Berlin. Contact information for media inquiries can be found at www.berlin.de.
