Gisèle Pelicot’s case highlights the need for a seismic change in men’s attitudes

‘It is to be hoped that what will change, thanks to the brave, extraordinary action of Gisèle Pelicot, is women’s resolve to fight for justice.’ Photograph: AFP/Getty

Reading through the seemingly endless list of men found guilty of the rape of Gisèle Pelicot (Who are the men convicted over rape and assault of Gisèle Pelicot?, 19 December), I am struck by how so many of them still cannot comprehend the enormity of what they have done. Most seem to have thought that it was a game.

Is it possible for such abhorrent attitudes of so many men towards women to change, even in light of this case? Sadly, I very much doubt it. It is to be hoped that what will change, thanks to the brave, extraordinary action of Gisèle Pelicot, is women’s resolve to fight for justice against men like these and, maybe, that those who listen will do so with respect, so that shame is indeed on the head of the perpetrator and not the victim.
Vicky Wolmuth
London