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From English School to The Guardian: Eleni Courea's Journalism Journey

May 29, 2025 • Victoria • Season 2 • Episode 1

Eleni Courea, a 2013 graduate of the English School, Nicosia, discussed her journey from studying politics at Cambridge to becoming a political correspondent for The Guardian. She highlighted her initial struggles, including numerous rejections before securing a fellowship that kickstarted her career. Eleni emphasised the importance of resilience, relationship-building, and staying objective in journalism. She shared her experiences covering Brexit and the challenges of maintaining impartiality. Eleni advised aspiring journalists to start with small specialist publications and stressed the value of tenacity and people skills. She also expressed interest in future foreign postings, particularly in the U.S.