Gisèle Pelicot Named Among Time's Women of the Year for 2025

The 72-year-old Frenchwoman was honored for her courage in publicly confronting systemic sexual violence during the Mazan rape trial.

Gisèle Pelicot, a survivor of the Mazan rape case, was recognized by Time magazine as one of its Women of the Year for her extraordinary bravery and advocacy.
During the trial, Pelicot chose to waive her legal right to anonymity, bringing global attention to the issue of sexual violence and chemical submission.
Her ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for orchestrating her repeated assaults by over 70 men, while 50 co-defendants received varying sentences for their involvement.
Pelicot's decision to publicly share her story inspired widespread support, with public demonstrations, murals, and banners in her honor appearing across France.
She joins 12 other women on Time's list, including Nicole Kidman, Jordan Chiles, and Fatou Baldeh, who have also made significant contributions to advancing women's rights and equality.