Constance Kampfner

This discussion features Constance Kampfner, Northern correspondent at The Times, and Katie Tarrant, news reporter at The Sunday Times. They explore Gisèle Pelicot's brave choice to waive her anonymity in a landmark rape trial, transforming her into a feminist icon in France. The conversation highlights societal reactions to the trial and the implications it has for French attitudes towards sexual violence. They delve into the challenges faced by victims seeking justice and question whether this trial could signify a turning point in the fight against sexual assault.