Cristelle Gillard

Cristelle Gillard has been appointed as the delegate for child protection in schools by the French Minister of National Education, Edouard Geffray. This new position encompasses the protection of children during school hours and extracurricular activities. Gillard's appointment comes amid growing concerns and demands from parents' associations for stronger measures to address violence, including sexual violence, against children in schools. The appointment is part of a broader effort announced by the Minister to reinforce the control of school staff and create a "blacklist" to prevent individuals accused of violence from working with children. While Gillard's appointment is intended to address these concerns, some parents' groups have expressed a lukewarm reception, suggesting that more substantial actions are needed to ensure child safety in schools.