Souad Mekhennet is an Award-winning Washington Post journalist with 20+ years of international experience providing culture-straddling perspective, leveraging a deep bank of sources, securing rare access, and breaking stories beyond the reach of most reporters. Acclaimed as a leading authority on extremism, terrorism, and the rise of populism. Covered some of the most challenging stories of our times, including war zones, the recruitment of radicals, human rights abuses, and international efforts to counter extremism. Propelled public discourse and global understanding as a reporter, broadcast contributor (TV, radio and online), panelist, author of four books, and lecturer at institutions including Harvard, City University of New York, and the University of Hamburg.
She was also named a “Young Global Leader“ by the World Economic Forum.