This article looks at the results of a qualitative research conducted on women living in homelessness in two shelters located in two different cities. The analysis of these women’s discourses led us to report on the relationship of these women to institutions. Indeed, this study on the life course of women has revealed several “points de vue” on social protection. The article analyzes these discourses in light of the concept of citizenship regime. It concludes that the current citizenship regime has a significant impact on women’s citizenship exercise