Overview

• Dominique Pélicot, 71, is accused of drugging his wife, Gisèle, and orchestrating her rape by over 70 men over a decade.
• Gisèle Pélicot bravely waived her anonymity to seek justice and challenge pervasive myths about rape and consent.
• Only three of the men invited to assault Gisèle walked away without participating, but none reported the abuse to authorities.
• The case highlights the troubling lack of action from men who witness or are aware of gender-based violence.
• The trial has sparked discussions on the role of media in shaping public attitudes towards sexual violence and the importance of responsible reporting.