François MITTERRAND supported women's rights in 1975.

François Mitterrand (1916.1996)

Typed letter signed to Mr. Lucien Noury.

One page in-8° on National Assembly letterhead.

Paris. September 22, 1975.

“They have the right not to be considered as eternal welfare recipients. »

The deputy for Nièvre, François Mitterrand defends women's rights.

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“Dear Sir, I have received your letter which caught my attention. I share your opinion regarding the combination of retirement and employment, which often gives rise to abuse. When it comes to women's work, we must take into account not only the opinions of men but also those of women , full citizens. They have the right not to be considered as eternal welfare recipients. Please believe, dear Sir, in my best feelings. F. Mitterrand. »

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Women's rights gave rise to several legislative contests throughout the 20th century. While the Veil Law has just been passed, a few months before this letter, Mitterrand wonders about the question of women's work.

It is worth recalling a few dates of legal advances over the 1970s:

1972: The École Polytechnique becomes mixed: a woman is the valedictorian.

1972: The principle of equal pay between men and women is recognized.

1974: Creation of the State Secretariat for the Status of Women (Françoise GIROUD).

1975: Opening of the first reception center for battered women, in Clichy.

1975: The obligation of diversity in all public educational establishments is created.

1975: The law authorizes voluntary termination of pregnancy (abortion), known as the “Veil Law”.

1975: The law allows divorce by mutual consent.