Gwénaëlle Lavenant is a French journalist whose work spans regional newsrooms and youth‑oriented media spaces. She has been a reporter for Le Maine Libre since 2020, covering a wide range of local stories — from environmental phenomena to cultural events and public‑interest reporting. Her writing is marked by a grounded, accessible tone that connects daily life in the Sarthe region with broader societal currents, making her a recognizable voice in the local press ecosystem.

Before or alongside her work at Le Maine Libre, she has also collaborated with La Voix du Nord, where she engaged directly with young audiences through school‑based media projects. In one notable initiative, she interviewed students involved in the “Studios Feel Good” program, following their creative journey and amplifying youth perspectives on well‑being and media literacy. This reflects her interest in youth storytelling and participatory journalism.

Her career illustrates a commitment to local journalism as civic fabric — reporting that strengthens community awareness while giving visibility to emerging voices. Whether documenting unusual weather patterns, cultural milestones, or student‑led media experiments, Gwénaëlle Lavenant positions herself at the intersection of regional life and public engagement, contributing to a more connected and attentive local public sphere.