Feb 15 • 16:29 UTC 🇨🇦 Canada National Post

French woman whose husband let 50 men rape her wants to ‘confront him face to face’ in prison

Gisele Pelicot, a French woman who endured horrific sexual violence due to her husband's betrayal, seeks to confront him in prison while sharing her story to inspire others.

Gisele Pelicot, a French woman who became a prominent figure in combating sexual violence, is determined to confront her ex-husband in prison. Pelicot's tumultuous past includes a 50-year marriage marred by her husband's repeated drugging and facilitating the rape of her by 50 different men. In her upcoming memoir, 'A Hymn to Life', she recounts her harrowing experiences and emphasizes the importance of speaking out about sexual violence while finding strength in her journey toward healing and renewal.

In a recent interview, Pelicot expressed her intention to ask her ex-husband questions regarding their turbulent past, despite the possibility that he may not provide any answers. Her decision to meet him reflects her desire for closure and the need to confront the trauma that has defined much of her life. Furthermore, she reveals that she has found love again, signifying a hopeful turn in her narrative, which resonates with the theme of resilience.

Pelicot's memoir, which will be translated into 22 languages, is set to shed light on the darker aspects of her marriage and aims to inspire other victims of sexual violence. By sharing her story, she hopes to encourage others to believe in a brighter future and advocate for a societal shift in attitudes toward sexual assault. Her journey is not just one of personal healing, but also a call to action for greater awareness and understanding of the experiences of sexual violence survivors.

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