Pierre-Olivier Costa

Pierre-Olivier Costa is the director of the Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilizations (MuCEM) in Marseille, France. He is currently the subject of a formal investigation opened by the Marseille prosecutor's office. This investigation stems from accusations of both moral and sexual harassment, as well as alerts raised by museum staff and occupational health services. The French Ministry of Culture reportedly filed a report under Article 40 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, triggering the investigation. The alleged victim is reportedly a museum employee. Costa claims to be unaware of the legal proceedings against him. The investigation's relevance lies in its potential impact on the leadership of a major cultural institution and the broader implications for workplace conduct within the French cultural sector.