France passes a landmark law against sexual and sexist violence, backed by over 140 organizations and 200 deputies, aiming for a paradigm shift in addressing male violence.
Law against sexual violence passes in France
A new law aimed at addressing sexual and sexist violence in France was passed in October 2026. It was backed by over 140 organizations that are part of the "feminist and child-focused coalition" and was drafted by around 200 members of parliament from eight different political groups.Law intended to change approach to male violence
According to reports, the law was meant to bring about a "paradigm shift" in how France tackles violence committed by men. This suggests a significant change in policy and strategy to address the issue more effectively.Deputies voted on the bill on October 13
Members of the French parliament were called to vote on the bill on Tuesday, October 13. This date marked the culmination of a long legislative process involving multiple political groups and advocacy organizations.Feminist groups note both progress and gaps
Representatives from feminist and child-focused movements told Mediapart that the law contains both "advances" and "blind spots." This indicates that while the legislation has made important strides, it still has areas that need improvement or further attention.
