Overview

• The Foundation Abbé Pierre has officially been renamed the Foundation for Housing the Disadvantaged, as announced in an Interior Ministry decree published on January 25, 2025.
• The decision follows 33 accusations of sexual violence against Abbé Pierre, revealed through reports commissioned by Emmaüs International, Emmaüs France, and the foundation itself.
• The foundation emphasizes that its mission to combat inadequate housing and inequality remains unchanged despite the name change.
• Emmaüs, the movement also founded by Abbé Pierre, has removed references to him from its logo as part of a broader effort to respect victims and address the allegations.
• The foundation reported a 30% drop in donations since the allegations surfaced and hopes the rebranding will help restore public trust and support.