Breaking Silence: A Case of Mass Rape and Societal Change

This chapter explores the harrowing case of Giselle Pellico, who bravely exposed the abuse she suffered at the hands of her husband, prompting a critical examination of France's rape culture and legal deficiencies. It highlights the disturbing prevalence of sexual violence through the lens of a mass rape trial involving 51 men, calling attention to societal complicity and the urgent need for reform in attitudes and laws surrounding sexual offenses. By spotlighting personal strength against patriarchal oppression, the chapter advocates for transformative societal change and a rejection of the normalization of rape.