OR Giselle sent a strong message to survivors sexual violencesaying that ‘they will never be alone’, in a moving statement about the World Women’s Day.

According to the Independentshe dedicated her recognition as the most influential woman of 2025 to those women who “are the true heroes” through her lawyer, Stéphane Babonneau.

The 72 -year -old Pelico supports women who continue to fight for justice, especially those who do it on their own and “in the dark”, which she said she is deeply admired. Her lawyer said Gisele felt excited when she learned that she was the first on the list.

Her personal statement about World Women’s Day was broadcast by Babonneau, who said:

“Giselle is a great honor and wants to devote this recognition to all survivors, and in particular those who are fighting for themselves to obtain their rights and to recognize the truth by the courts. In these women, who often remain in the dark, Giselle wants to express her admiration, because she believes they are the true heroes, and to tell them that they should know that they will never be alone. “

The brave and dignified Giselle Pelico has become a symbol worldwide, especially for survivors of sexual violence, after her decision to reveal her identity in the case of mass rape involving her ex -husband and 50 other men. By this decision, they changed the way people are facing victims.

The public nature of the trial, in which all the defendants were convicted of their involvement in the horrifying sexual abuse it lasted for a decade, when Giselle was diminished by her ex -husband, brought to light the frightening dimension of sexual violence.

She faced her perpetrators in the courtroom in Avignon, France, daily during the harsh three months trial, sending the message of the slogan of the case: “The perpetrators are the ones who have to be ashamed, never the victims.”

As a result, he won the first place on the 2025 influence list, which is published for the third consecutive year for World Women’s Day. This list includes 49 excellent women from various areas, such as politics, sports, arts, media, businesses, fashion and activation. All of these women join forces with the sole purpose of influenced society and breaking the obstacles around them, shaping the world around them.