Mass Rape Trial in France Exposes Unprecedented Case of Abuse

Gisèle Pelicot's courage in facing her alleged abusers highlights systemic issues of rape culture and consent in France.

The trial involves Dominique Pelicot and 50 other men accused of drugging and raping Gisèle Pelicot over nearly a decade.
Gisèle waived her anonymity to bring attention to the abuse and has become a symbol for victims of sexual violence in France.
Protesters and women's rights groups have rallied around the case, calling for societal and legal reforms regarding sexual violence.
The accused men span a wide range of ages and professions, challenging stereotypes about the profile of sexual offenders.
The case has sparked nationwide demonstrations and discussions about rape culture, consent, and the role of pornography in sexual violence.