Summary
Queen Camilla met with Gisèle Pelicot, a French survivor of rape, at Clarence House in London. During their meeting, the Queen expressed that Pelicot's new memoir, detailing her experience, left her "speechless." Pelicot gained international recognition for her courage in confronting those responsible for her abuse.
Key Facts
- Queen Camilla met Gisèle Pelicot at Clarence House in London.
- Pelicot released a memoir titled "Hymn to Life: Shame Has to Change Sides."
- Pelicot is known for waiving her anonymity after being raped by many men.
- A public trial found 46 men guilty of rape; her ex-husband received a 20-year sentence.
- Pelicot received strong public support, both in France and internationally.
- Queen Camilla previously sent a letter praising Pelicot's courage and legacy.
- The meeting included tea, with Pelicot's partner and her literary and legal team present.
- Queen Camilla communicated with Pelicot partly in French through an interpreter.
