A special mailbox for children to report abuses has been established at a Paris primary school, marking the first of its kind in the French capital. This initiative is part of a nationwide campaign aimed at encouraging victims of sexual violence, particularly children, to speak out. Over 360 similar mailboxes have already been installed across France, allowing children to submit letters that are reviewed by experts. The program is backed by the child protection association Les Papillons, operating under the motto: 'If you can’t say it, write it.'
The effort to break the long-standing taboos surrounding sexual abuse has gained momentum, with activists advocating for a shift in societal attitudes towards victims. A recent high-profile trial involving Gisèle Pélicot, who bravely confronted her ex-husband for drugging and raping her, has become a symbol of the fight against sexual violence in France.
