Gisèle Pelicot Speaks at UK Launch of Memoir, Championing Sexual Violence Survivors

Gisèle Pelicot, a feminist figure known for advocating for sexual offense survivors, spoke at the UK launch of her powerful memoir, emphasizing that her trial was for all survivors and that the women gathered at court gave her strength.

21 Feb, 07:26 — 21 Feb, 16:44

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Gisèle Pelicot gained international recognition for her courage in testifying against her husband and his accomplices in a landmark sexual violence trial in France. Her subsequent advocacy has been instrumental in challenging the stigma faced by survivors and advocating for a shift in societal blame from victims to perpetrators. The UK launch of her memoir signifies the global impact of her message and her ongoing efforts to empower survivors.

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The IndependentMostly Factual69d ago

Gisèle Pelicot says trial was for all sexual violence survivors and women who gathered at court ‘gave her strength’

The feminist hero who changed the world for sexual offence survivors with her calls for shame to change sides speaks at the UK launch of her powerful new memoir A Hymn to Life

By Tara Cobham

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The ObserverMostly Factual70d ago