Gisèle Pelicot Survived Mass Rape. Now She’s Looking to the Future.

New York Times - World Human InterestNews ReportEN 8 min read 100% complete by Catherine PorterFebruary 21, 2026 at 06:01 AM

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Gisèle Pelicot, a survivor of mass rape, is breaking her silence to advocate for a better future. After remaining quiet following the conviction of dozens of men for raping her, Pelicot is now publicizing her story to find peace and offer hope to other victims. Her memoir, "A Hymn to Life," was recently released in 22 languages, accompanied by a book tour where she shares her survival story and message of choosing happiness. Pelicot is also set to receive an award in April alongside President Volodymyr Zelensky for her bravery in speaking out. Having overcome health challenges and financial burdens related to the abuse, she is now focused on healing relationships with her children and looking towards the future.

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You must not give up on being happy.

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She had lunch with her eldest grandson, Nathan, whom she said she had not spoken with since the trial.

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Her memoir, “A Hymn to Life,” was released this past week in 22 languages.

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Ms. Pelicot is finding peace by publicizing her ordeal and explaining how she survived it.

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Gisèle Pelicot was raped by dozens of men, who were later convicted.

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London 40% France 40% Kristin Scott Thomas 40% Kate Winslet 40% Ukraine 40% Paris 40% Volodymyr Zelensky 50% Emma Thompson 50% Catherine Porter ×260% Gisèle Pelicot ×690%

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mass rape 100% survivor 90% gisèle pelicot 90% speaking out 80% healing 70% sexual abuse 60% memoir 60% a hymn to life 50% post-traumatic growth 50%

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