Lauren French (She/Her) is a proud Karajarri women who had the joy of growing up on Larrakia Lands in the Northern Territory and has always been passionate about finding ways to support and empower First Nations children and families. Lauren believes that every young person deserves a life filed with respectful relationships and equitable experiences. A large focus of her work has centered on helping move others away from viewing mob through a deficit lens and understanding the very real strengths community holds in preventing harm. In her current role as Head of Education & Community Development, Lauren specialises in prevention of child sexual abuse, consent & respectful relationships, puberty & sexuality and LGBTQIA+ equity & inclusivity education. Lauren was also the proud recipient of the 2023 Indigenous Achievement award in the 7News Young Achiever Awards (Victoria), was named one of Out for Australia's 2023 30 under 30 winners, and has received a 2023 Churchill Fellowship.