Katelynn McLaren

Katelynn McLaren is an experienced professional in humanitarian aid, fundraising, and human rights advocacy, currently serving as a Portfolio Support Officer at HelpAge International since June 2022. Prior to this role, Katelynn held various positions including Fundraising & Development Coordinator at INARA, where a philanthropy program was developed to support children's medical needs. Katelynn's expertise extends to designing digital archive platforms and managing human rights documentation projects with Lawyers for Justice in Libya. A strong background in anti-trafficking initiatives was showcased at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, where significant funding was secured through government grants totaling over $2.5 million. Katelynn earned a Master of Science in Human Rights from The London School of Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from James Madison University.