Droits des femmes

World Cup and Domestic Violence: Countries Launch Prevention Campaigns as Studies Link Rise in Intrafamily Abuse to Sports Events

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Major football tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup, correlate with a documented increase in domestic violence reports and emergency calls, according to data from public health agencies and non-governmental organizations. This spike typically occurs on match days, driven by a combination of high emotional stress, alcohol consumption, and the social isolation of victims during high-profile … Read more

Taekwondo: Zakia Khudadadi, naturalisée Française, combat au nom des femmes afghanes

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Beyond the Tatami: Zakia Khudadadi’s Journey from Exile to French National Hero In the world of elite sports, a passport is often viewed as a mere formality—a travel document that allows an athlete to move between qualifying events and championships. But for Zakia Khudadadi, a piece of blue paper representing French citizenship is a shield, … Read more

Media Coverage of Sexual Violence in French Sports: Inside “The Zone of Impunity”

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The Pedestal and the Problem: Analyzing the Media Treatment of Sexist and Sexual Violence in Sports For decades, the trajectory of the elite athlete has been one of ascent. Through a magnifying glass of constant media coverage, sports stars have been transformed into modern-day heroes—demi-gods whose physical prowess often grants them a perceived moral immunity. … Read more