French Feminist Coalition Proposes 140 Measures to Combat Sexual Violence

The coalition of 63 organizations calls for a comprehensive law and increased funding to address systemic failings in handling sexual violence cases.

A coalition of feminist groups, unions, and NGOs has presented a proposal for a comprehensive law to tackle sexual violence in France, citing gaps in current legislation.
The coalition demands an annual budget of €2.6 billion to fund measures including victim support, judicial improvements, and prevention programs.
Key proposals include mandatory education on relationships and sexuality in schools, better tracking of offenders to prevent recidivism, and specialized judicial processes for sexual violence cases.
The coalition highlights alarming statistics, such as a 282% increase in complaints of sexual violence since 2017 and a 94% rate of rape complaints being dismissed without action in 2020.
A nationwide feminist march is planned for November 23, coinciding with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to advocate for these reforms.