France Advances Rape Reform

France's National Assembly approved a bill defining rape as non-consensual sexual acts.
The bill passed 155 to 31, with far-right lawmakers opposing.
Consent is defined as free, informed, specific, prior, and revocable.
The reform aligns France with Germany, Netherlands, Spain, and Sweden.
Gisèle Pelicot's case reignited debates over consent.
Supporters shift blame to offenders, requiring legal scrutiny of victim's gestures and silence.

Women's Rights | Legal Reform | Consent

France | Germany | Spain | Netherlands | Sweden

Gisele Pelicot | Veronique Riotton | Sophie Blanc | Marie-Charlotte Garin

2 months ago