About Lauren
Lauren has a strong background in supporting young people through education, employability and youth work. She has worked as an SVQ assessor, a residential worker and in schools and community settings, helping young people achieve qualifications, develop life skills and access work and study opportunities. Now part of Youth Scotland’s Training Team as a Development Worker, Lauren leads the Ready For Youth Work programme, helping youth workers build their skills and confidence in youth work.
Outside of work, Lauren loves exploring Scotland’s outdoors with her wee one, from small hills to kayaking and cold-water dips. This year, she’s on a mission to visit the northernmost, southernmost, easternmost, and westernmost points of mainland Scotland — with an audiobook along for the ride!