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Lauren Mar

Quantitative Data Coordinator, MtS DEMS

Lauren Mar is the Quantitative Data Coordinator at Making the Shift (MtS) Youth Homelessness Demonstration Lab (DEMs) at the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness (COH). In her role, she supports the development of qualitative and quantitative data analyses for MtS DEMS research and the implementation of MtS evaluation plans. 

She holds a Master of Arts in Sociology from Western University, where she studied the mental health inequalities faced by sexual minorities in Canada. Before this role, Lauren worked in various research roles related to public health, food insecurity, poverty and 2SLGBTQIA+ inequities. Throughout these experiences, she conducted extensive research across diverse social issues and gained valuable experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Lauren is passionate about ending homelessness and is honoured to be a part of such a fantastic team. 

When she's not working, Lauren can be found in the kitchen trying out a new recipe or on trails, running and hiking.

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