Lauren joined CSF in 2016 focusing on global operations, donor relations, fundraising coordination, and project management. Her background is in integrated approaches to sustainable development primarily working on health, education, and community development initiatives. Previously, she worked in East Africa as a Social Sector Specialist with Columbia Global Centers Nairobi and also served with the US Peace Corps in South Africa. She has also worked with a children's advocacy center and Orlando Health in Central Florida as a grants and development manager. She holds an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) and a Bachelor's in International Studies and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She lives in London with her husband and two small kids and enjoys exploring the outdoors with them.