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Enora Lauvau

Enora Lauvau is a U1 student currently pursuing a major in political science and a double minor in international development and Hispanic studies. Originally from France, she has dual Franco-American citizenship, which is where her interest in the American and European regions stems from. On her own time, Enora enjoys discovering different kinds of music or going running.

The EU’s Deal With Libya’s Coast Guard: Funding the Continuation of the Global Refugee Crisis

Enora Lauvau Aug 26, 2021

In the case of Libya, European countries recently signed an agreement with the Libyan Coast Guard (LCG), agreeing to provide financial and material support to the LCG in exchange for Libya taking on the responsibility of seizing and…
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Ethiopia’s Humanitarian Crisis: How Nobel Peace Prize Winner Abiy Ahmed Ali Led His Country Into…

Enora Lauvau Jul 21, 2021

A year after his appointment as Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed Ali was awarded the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize for his role in resolving the nation’s long-lasting dispute with neighbouring Eritrea. Not even two years later, he has…
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North Korea’s Nuclear Capabilities: An Enduring Foreign Policy Concern For Biden’s Administration

Enora Lauvau Apr 27, 2021

The United States has yet to adopt a foreign policy stance towards North Korea that has led to a lasting agreement outlining the terms of their nuclear disarmament, despite this being a repeated concern for multiple past presidencies. Will…
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Is It Time to End the United States’ “Forever War” in Afghanistan?

Enora Lauvau Apr 4, 2021

Nearing two decades of involvement in Afghanistan, the American government is increasingly deliberating over what course of action to take in regards to the US-Taliban peace deal signed in February 2020. With the May 1, 2021 deadline fast…
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Poland’s Recent Abortion Ban

Enora Lauvau Feb 21, 2021

Poland's recent ruling to pass a near-total ban on abortion is highlighting a divide in society between the conservatives in power upholding the Catholic Church’s traditional religious beliefs and the liberal movements fighting for a more…
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Qatar and FIFA Facing Worldwide Scrutiny With the Upcoming World Cup

Enora Lauvau Jan 13, 2021

FIFA's decision to award Qatar the 2022 World Cup has resulted in international backlash for the organization as critics highlight the nation's problematic record in regards to human rights. The treatment of migrant workers building the…
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What Islamic Extremism Says About French Secularism and Integration

Enora Lauvau Nov 26, 2020

France's recent terrorist attacks highlight the controversy surrounding freedom of expression and freedom of religion within the nation. While the government has spoken out against Islamic extremism and will be passing laws to further…
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How COVID-19 Is Worsening the Crisis in Yemen

Enora Lauvau Oct 21, 2020

Today, amidst the worldwide outbreaks of COVID-19, Yemen is not solely battling against one crisis anymore, but multiple very critical ones; a collapsed economy, widespread hunger, and several viral outbreaks — none of which will be easy to…
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An Immigration System Worthy of WWII: How a Nation Built by Immigrants Goes Against the Values…

Enora Lauvau Apr 25, 2020

As of today, more than 1,500 cases of separated families remain, with many dating back to 2017, meaning they have been apart for more than two years. Young children are growing up without their parents by their side due to the Trump…
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