Queen Camilla Commends French Rape Survivor Gisèle Pelicot for Her Bravery

The Queen privately wrote to Pelicot, recognizing her courage in waiving anonymity and confronting her abusers in a landmark case.

Gisèle Pelicot, a 72-year-old French woman, publicly confronted her husband and 51 other men who raped her, leading to convictions totaling 428 years in prison.
Pelicot waived her right to anonymity to challenge societal stigma, declaring that 'shame should change sides.'
Queen Camilla, a long-time advocate for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, wrote a private letter praising Pelicot's 'extraordinary dignity and courage.'
The Queen, deeply affected by the case, viewed Pelicot's actions as a significant step toward addressing widespread issues of sexual violence.
Pelicot has become an international symbol for survivors, inspiring others to seek justice and speak out against abuse.