This article (written in French) explores the gender dynamics of radicalisation and de-radicalisation of women in the wake of a planned attack in Paris in September 2016, including women returning from the Republic of Syria. Focusing on the French context, the article builds on an ethnographic study that was conducted across eight penitentiary institutions in France from 2011-2012, including three, which were for women inmates. The study explores specific questions surrounding the role of religious narratives within the radiclisation of women inmates. It evidences the need to consider the various gender dynamics that precipitate the radicalisation of women versus men inmates before (re-)integrating into society. The article highlights some of the challenges experienced within the French prison system, particulalry by chaplains and other religious leaders, in the rehabilitation of women inmates. As such, the article argues for greater consideration for gender dynamics within the development and implementation of rehabilitation efforts for women inmates, including but not limited to de-radicalisation.
*This article is also available in English; although access is limited.