Lauren is a Research Associate and joined the Young Foundation in September 2008. She is working across a number of projects including Methods of Social Innovation, Belonging, and Leadership.

Previously Lauren worked at the Centre for Social Science Research, based at the University of Cape Town, South Africa.

Her work there included research on childhood and adolescence in post-apartheid South Africa; research exploring the social dynamics of HIV/AIDS diagnosis, disclosure, stigma and treatment, and the development of HIV/AIDS educational and therapeutic materials for use in community clinics and support groups; and research exploring the links between violence, poverty and social exclusion in the South African context.

In 2007 Lauren completed her MSc in Psychology at the University of Cape Town. Her dissertation explored female adolescent sexual decision-making, relationships and reproductive and sexual health.

Contact:

lauren.kahn@youngfoundation.org or call 020 8980 6263