Recent Media
‘I was an ultra-Orthodox Jewish wife living a secret life as a lesbian’ Yehudis Fletcher was 21 when she first kissed a woman in a Soho nightclub. A decade of limbo later, the mother-of-three left her husband. 25 March 2026
Media & Events
Yehudis Fletcher contributes to public conversations on education, religion, safeguarding, gender, and institutional responsibility through national and international media. Her media work reflects an evidence-led, institutionally grounded approach, offering clear analysis in contexts where issues are complex, sensitive, or contested. She also takes part in literary and cultural events, including book discussions, film festivals, and moderated public conversations.
Selected Newspaper, print, and online coverage
Yehudis’ work and writing have appeared across newspapers, magazines, and online publications in the UK and internationally. Coverage includes:
“I was an Orthodox Jewish wife and mother — and secret lesbian”
The Times (UK)
Feature interview exploring faith, identity, and public life.
“‘Chutzpah’: The Story of a Haredi, Queer Role Model”
Jewish Journal (US)
Feature situating her work within wider debates on faith, sexuality, and reform.
“Chutzpah and courage: How Yehudis Fletcher won her fight to be heard”
Jewish News (UK)
Profile examining her advocacy, policy engagement, and the publication of Chutzpah.
How ‘Progressive’ Feminists Are Failing Haredi Women” Opinion piece analysing gender, advocacy, and responsibility within Charedi communities.
Haaretz
Additional national and international outlets have featured commentary and interviews on safeguarding, forced marriage, education, and institutional accountability.
Yehudis has also appeared in broadcast and audio formats, including:
BBC Radio 4
- Women's Hour
- Sunday
Victoria Derbyshire
Bagel Bite Podcast
UnEducated Podcast
The Jewish World Podcast
Times Radio
For media enquiries, interview requests, or press-related invitations, please get in touch with details of the outlet, audience, and format.