Sexual Violence: Council of Europe Expert Report Alarms Impunity in France

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In the face of a worrying rise in sexual assaults, Grevio points to an urgent need to act in order to better protect women and minors in France.

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In a long-awaited report, the experts of the international organisation welcome the progress made since the Grenelle against domestic violence in 2019 but point to shortcomings, particularly in the prevention and fight against sexual violence.

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During the demonstration of the "Mothers in Revolt", in Paris, on 9 September 2025. IAN LANGSDON/AFP Faced with an increasing number of sexual assaults and a low rate of prosecution for their perpetrators, the Council of Europe alarmed on Tuesday, 16 September, the shortcomings in the protection of women in France. Nevertheless, it noted that "progress" had been made. In its report, the Group of Experts on Combating Violence against Women and Do…