EU: Only Yes means Yes!

Why is this important?

Do you remember Gisèle Pelicot? [1]

For years, Gisèle’s husband, Dominique, drugged her - and invited dozens of men to rape her while she was unconscious. [2] 

When the truth came out, she chose to speak publicly. 

She spoke out for the millions of women across Europe - around 1 in 3 - who experience violence. Only a few are believed. [3]

Gisèle’s case raises a simple question: Why does the law still ask survivors to prove they resisted - instead of asking whether they agreed?

In parts of Europe, that is still how rape is defined. [4]

But just days ago, the European Parliament opened a window for change. Lawmakers proposed an updated definition: only “yes” means consent. [5]

This window won’t stay open for long.

Right now, the European Commission is deciding whether this becomes law.

Gisèle Pelicot spoke out. Now it’s up to us to join her. Because together, our voices become impossible to ignore. Sign now to make sure only yes means yes - for everyone in Europe! 

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