Lara Pukatch

Lara Pukatch has a diverse work experience in the field of advocacy and policy. Lara served as the Chief Advocacy Officer and Director of Advocacy at Miriam's Kitchen, where they developed and implemented strategies to end chronic homelessness in Washington DC. Lara led The Way Home Campaign and collaborated with stakeholders to increase resources and improve the homeless service system. Lara also worked as the Assistant Director of Advocacy at Miriam's Kitchen, where they engaged volunteers and donors in advocacy efforts and led the recruitment and communications work of The Way Home Campaign. Additionally, they worked as a Policy Advisor at Vital Voices Global Partnership, facilitating connections between NGOs and coalitions and providing expertise on advocacy to Congress and the Administration. Prior to that, Lara served as a Senior Manager at Women Thrive Alliance, leading policy and advocacy work to end gender-based violence globally. Lara also has previous experience as a Case Manager and Coordinator of Children's Services at Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services. Lara began their career as a Corps Member at AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps.

Lara Pukatch has a diverse education history. Lara obtained their Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Spanish from Vanderbilt University. Additionally, Lara holds a Master's degree in International Affairs and Development from The George Washington University. Lara also pursued a certificate in International Human Rights Law from the University of Oxford. Moreover, Lara has expertise in Nonprofit Executive Management from Georgetown University. During their educational journey, they studied Spanish Language and Literature at Universidad Complutense de Madrid and completed their high school education at The Maret School.