Mots et Maux
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International NGO · Founded in France in 2020

Together we drive change

A French non-profit recognised as being of public interest, acting on every cause and every consequence of violence against women. Some of our actions are labelled by UN Women and placed under the high patronage of the European Parliament.

Become a partner Our approach
Emblem of Mots et Maux de Femmes: a woman's profile, an orange ribbon and the globe
Exhibition labelled by UN Women
1,600+
godmothers committed worldwide
150+
cities in 30+ countries have hosted our exhibition
300+
survivors supported by our help platform
24/7
international help platform

Recognition

Recognised and supported at the highest level.

  1. 2020A collective and a photo exhibition giving women a voice
  2. 2021The exhibition opens in Paris on 25 November, then tours France, overseas and abroad
  3. 2023The NGO is founded to carry the action internationally
  4. 2026A systemic approach in five axes

Our approach

From emergency to the law: the whole chain.

  1. Rescue

    Protecting victims, from the first call to rebuilding their lives.

    • International help platform, 24/7Operational
    • CADUCÉE secure emergency sheltersIn progress
    • PACTE safe-departure pathwayIn progress

  2. Raise awareness

    Reaching the widest possible audience.

    • Touring exhibition, 30 panelsOperational
    • COUPABLE(S), an interactive trial playIn progress
    • Sport for WomenOperational

  3. Train

    Equipping organisations to prevent and act.

    • Training pack for companies and public bodiesIn progress
    • CSR and SDG impact assessmentIn progress
    • Programme for the armed forcesIn progress

  4. Mobilise

    An influential community across the world.

    • 1,600+ godmothersOperational
    • CIOS, international strategic councilOperational
    • Major events: Lisbon 2024, Paris and Nice 2025Completed

  5. Transform

    Changing the law, innovating, strengthening the sector.

    • Institutional advocacyIn progress
    • A quality label for victim-support associationsIn progress
    • Ask for AngelaProject

Sport for Women · GAWHTS

Sport in service of women's health, protection and dignity.

Under the banner of the Global Alliance for Women's Health Through Sport, clubs and sporting events rally around two causes: early detection of breast cancer and ending violence against women. Swing for Women, its first international campaign, was born in Agadir, Morocco: 60 portraits of inspiring women along the course.

75% of the funds raised in a country stay in that country, for local action.

  • Swing golf
  • Smash padel & tennis
  • Sail sailing

With Srixon, Pink Ribbon International, UN Women and Soroptimist International. In France, with the sponsorship of the Ministry of Sport, Youth and Community Life and the support of the French Golf Federation.

Swing for Women partner Srixon
Two women golfers smiling on the green Aerial view of a golf course lined with palm trees A woman tees off on a golf course

They support us

They already trust us.

Institutions

  • European Parliament
  • French Government
  • High Council for Equality between Women and Men
  • Generation Equality
  • Soroptimist International
  • Hosmony

Associations

  • France Victimes
  • La Maison des femmes
  • FACE
  • Pink Ribbon International
  • EMDR Europe
  • Association Partage

Companies

  • Srixon
  • ENGIE
  • AXA
  • Banque Populaire Méditerranée
  • Fondation Procivis Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Capgemini

Institutions, foundations, companies: let's act together.

Support a programme, host the exhibition, back a sporting event or join an international campaign. Our partnership file is available on request.

Contact our team

Need help?

If you are a French national living abroad and facing domestic, family or sexual violence, our free platform listens, advises and supports you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

WhatsApp +33 7 61 01 70 01 Call Write to us

In immediate danger, call your local emergency number.