France is honoring the life and work of Françoise d'Eaubonne through a series of media portraits and public events.
The initiatives aim to revive the ideas of a woman recognized as the originator of the term "eco-feminism" and a central figure in French feminist and anti-nuclear movements. Her influence spans several decades of activism, including her membership in the Mouvement de Libération des Femmes (MLF) and the French resistance.
A biographical portrait of d'Eaubonne was presented on the France Inter program "La terre au carré" [1]. This broadcast focused on her role as a pioneer who linked the struggle for women's rights with the protection of the natural environment.
Parallel to the broadcast, her grandson, David Dufresne, launched a book that retraces her story. An article announcing the book signing was published Feb. 5, 2026 [2]. The signing event took place Feb. 6, 2026 [2], at the Librairie La Balançoire in Vesoul. A follow-up report on the author's work was published Feb. 10, 2026 [3].
Beyond the book launch, other commemorative events have taken place across the country. La Maison des femmes in Nantes organized a dedicated evening to honor d'Eaubonne's contributions to society [4]. These events highlight her dual legacy as both a political dissident and a theoretical innovator.
D'Eaubonne's work remains a cornerstone for those studying the intersection of gender and ecology. By revisiting her life, these current projects seek to connect her mid-century activism with contemporary environmental challenges.
“Françoise d'Eaubonne is recognized as the originator of the term "eco-feminism."”
The resurgence of interest in Françoise d'Eaubonne reflects a broader contemporary trend of integrating gender studies with climate science. By elevating her role as a pioneer of eco-feminism, France is acknowledging that the ecological crisis is not merely a technical issue but one deeply tied to social and political power structures.
