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Women cyclists in urban areas frequently experience sexual harassment and aggression from drivers, which has led some to consider abandoning cycling.

Gender IssuesPublic SafetyInfrastructureTransportationMay 2, 2026score 0.302 posts · 1 replies across 1 instances
The thread discusses reports of sexual harassment and aggression against women cyclists, highlighting the issue as a significant concern in urban areas. The incidents are described as frequent and severe, leading some women to consider abandoning cycling. The article references a specific news piece and provides a link to the full article.

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Women cyclists in urban areas frequently experience sexual harassment and aggression from drivers, which has led some to consider abandoning cycling.
Parent: Public SafetyEntity: Urban CyclingImpact: negativeDate: May 2, 2026Target: The prevalence and severity of sexual harassment and aggression against women cyclists in urban areas.

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Le Monde – « Il m’a empoignée par le cou » : des femmes cyclistes racontent agressions et harcèlement sexuel pour un regard ou un mot de trop https://www.lemonde.fr/m-perso/article/2026/05/02/il-m-a-empoignee-par-le-cou-ces-violences-faites-aux-femmes-cyclistes_6684838_4497916.html Article complet : https://rd.jeekajoo.eu/@b/3VJHbunR4B9wBuc7wcVWqXjxKMYk
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« Il m’a empoignée par le cou » : des femmes cyclistes racontent agressions et harcèlement sexuel pour un regard ou un mot de trop. Dans un contexte déjà tendu avec les automobilistes dans les centres urbains, où les accidents se multiplient, des femmes témoignent d’agressions sexistes régulières lors de leur pratique. Jusqu’à les pousser parfois à lâcher le vélo. Abo ou en fil dessous 1/x https://www.lemonde.fr/m-perso/article/2026/05/02/il-m-a-empoignee-par-le-cou-ces-violences-faites-aux-femmes-cyclistes_6684838_4497916.html
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