Léa Bouchoucha, Author at Women's eNews

Léa Bouchoucha

Léa Bouchoucha is a French journalist interested in multimedia storytelling and foreign affairs reporting with a particular focus on global politics, conflict, human and women's rights. She graduated with a degree in political science from Sorbonne University and in journalism from New York University.

Video: Syrians Speak of Harsh Refuge in Istanbul

By Léa Bouchoucha ● Politics ● August 21, 2014

While Turkey has officially welcomed Syrian refugees, this video explores the circumstances in which many of the women and children are living. Some refugees say they face discrimination and violence.

Influx of Syrian Women Frays Turkey’s Welcome Mat

By Léa Bouchoucha ● Politics ● July 21, 2014

As official “guests” in Turkey women trained as pharmacists and lawyers cannot find comparable employment. For less-educated, rural women, the conditions can be deplorable.

Iranians Move to Turkey to Press LGBT Liberation

By Léa Bouchoucha ● Arts & Culture ● July 7, 2014

Turkey’s 12th annual gay pride march on June 29 featured plenty of outrage over hate crimes and discrimination against lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender people. But for Iranians, the country is still a haven.

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