Lauren was born and raised in the U.S. and has been a visitor on Xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) territories since 2017. After a variety of work experiences in collaborative, social justice-oriented work, they completed a Ph.D. at The University of British Columbia focused on housing and homelessness policy. Aside from housing-related work and activism, Lauren loves all sorts of outdoor adventures, running, reading, and growing food and flowers.