Gisèle Pelicot, a French woman who publicly shared her decades-long trauma as a victim of repeated rape, will face one of her alleged attackers in court again next Tuesday as an appeals process concludes.The case, initially stalled for years, has become a landmark moment in France‘s evolving conversation around sexual violence and victim support.
Pelicot received France’s highest distinction, membership in the National Order of the Legion of Honor, recognizing her commitment to the public interest through her advocacy. This renewed legal proceeding centers on an appeal following an initial judgment, and a decision is anticipated to be delivered next tuesday. The outcome will not only impact Pelicot directly but also carries meaningful weight for other survivors seeking justice and challenging systemic barriers within the French legal system.
A Nieuwsuur video details Pelicot’s journey from victim to advocate in the fight against sexual violence.
