Katrin Bennhold
About Katrin Bennhold
Katrin Bennhold is a Staff Writer at The New York Times, where she has reported on significant events and contributed to discussions on gender issues since 2004. She has a background in political reporting in France and has studied at prestigious institutions including the London School of Economics and Harvard Kennedy School.
Work at The New York Times
Katrin Bennhold has been a Staff Writer at The New York Times since 2004. Based in London, she has reported on various significant events and issues, contributing to the paper's coverage of European affairs. Her work includes a focus on gender issues and work-life models across Europe, particularly through her involvement in The New York Times' Female Factor series, which she has contributed to since 2010.
Education and Expertise
Katrin Bennhold studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where she earned both a BSc and MSc in Economics from 1994 to 1998. Prior to that, she attended Armand Hammer United World College, achieving an International Baccalaureate from 1991 to 1993. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her reporting, particularly in political and economic contexts.
Background
Before joining The New York Times, Katrin Bennhold served as a political correspondent in France from 2004 to 2009. During this time, she covered the final years of Jacques Chirac’s presidency and the rise of Nicolas Sarkozy. Her reporting also explored issues of religious and ethnic identity among Muslim immigrants in France, reflecting her focus on social dynamics within the country.
Previous Experience at Harvard Kennedy School
Katrin Bennhold was a Nieman Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School of Government from 2012 to 2013. This fellowship allowed her to engage in advanced study and research, further enhancing her journalistic skills and understanding of governance and public policy.
Significant Reporting Events
Throughout her career, Katrin Bennhold has reported on significant events, including terrorist attacks in Algiers and youth riots in the suburbs of Paris. These reports highlight her ability to cover complex and sensitive issues, contributing to the public's understanding of critical events in Europe.