A new book titled L’autre visage de #MeToo (The Other Face of #MeToo) by journalist Julien Chavanes, published by Editions HarperCollins, explores the issue of sexual violence against men—a topic that is often overshadowed by the broader #MeToo movement, which has primarily focused on women's experiences. The book gives voice to men who have been victims of sexual violence, including individuals named Antony, Paul, Amine, and Philippe, among others. Chavanes explains that while the #MeToo movement is widely associated with addressing violence against women, men are also victims of such crimes. In February 2024, the hashtag #MeTooGarçons emerged after actor Aurélien Wiik shared his own experience of sexual violence, sparking a broader conversation about male victims in France. According to a study published in May 2025 in Population & Sociétés, a French demographic and social research journal, 82% of male victims of sexual violence were assaulted before reaching adulthood. Of these cases, 43% involved family members or people the victims knew well, while only 13% involved women in a romantic or marital relationship. Chavanes points out that when men are victims of sexual violence by a woman in a conjugal context, it is often seen as a taboo topic in discussions about masculinity. This stigma can prevent men from seeking help or speaking openly about their experiences. For his research, Chavanes conducted 42 in-depth interviews with men who shared their personal stories, many of which were deeply traumatic. He notes that men often struggle to express their emotions and seek support, leading to mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anorexia, and haptophobia (a fear of physical contact). These conditions can be exacerbated by the lack of societal understanding and the pressure to conform to traditional gender roles. Chavanes argues that addressing sexual violence against men requires a collective and political effort. He calls on men to support one another and to learn from the experiences of women who have previously spoken out about similar issues. By fostering open dialogue and challenging societal norms, he believes men can begin to heal and work toward a more inclusive understanding of sexual violence and its impact on all genders.