Lauren R.

Lauren R. has extensive experience in global safety and security, with expertise in risk assessments, security planning, and mitigation measures. Lauren currently serves as the Global Safety and Security Director at EDC, where they provide support to business development and guides the organization on safety and security measures. Prior to that, they held the same position at Habitat for Humanity International, where they led the COVID-19 Task Force and developed policies for pandemic mitigation. Lauren also served as the Manager of Organizational Security at InterAction, where they maintained systems for sharing information and provided support to members on issues of concern. Lauren's previous experience includes roles at J/P Haitian Relief Organization, United States Department of Defense, and the U.S. Department of Defense, where they focused on humanitarian assistance, peacekeeping operations, and policy guidance.

Lauren R. completed their undergraduate education at George Mason University from 2003 to 2005, obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Administration of Justice. Lauren then pursued further education at the same university, earning a Master of Science degree in Peace Operations from 2005 to 2009. In addition to their formal education, Lauren also obtained a certification in OCHA Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination from the United Nations OCHA, although the specific month and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.