Lauren Acker
About Lauren Acker
Lauren Acker is an Associate in Strategic Partnerships and Private Sector Engagement at Global Communities, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in youth and community development from her time with the Peace Corps and holds a Master's Degree in International Peace and Conflict Resolution from American University.
Work at Global Communities
Lauren Acker has been serving as an Associate in Strategic Partnerships and Private Sector Engagement at Global Communities since 2019. In this role, she focuses on building and maintaining partnerships that enhance the organization's mission. Her work is based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, where she collaborates with various stakeholders to promote community development initiatives.
Previous Experience at Peace Corps
Lauren Acker worked with the Peace Corps as a Youth, Family, and Community Development Promoter from 2014 to 2016. During her two-year tenure, she was stationed in the Dominican Republic, where she engaged in community development projects aimed at improving the lives of local families and youth.
Consulting Role at Saferworld
In 2017, Lauren Acker took on the role of Conflict Transformation Consultant at Saferworld for a period of four months. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, she contributed to projects focused on conflict resolution and peacebuilding.
Educational Background
Lauren Acker holds a Master’s Degree in International Peace and Conflict Resolution from American University, which she completed from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she earned two Bachelor's Degrees in Political Science and Government, as well as International/Global Studies, from the University of Missouri-Columbia between 2009 and 2013.
Early Career at University of Missouri
Lauren Acker began her career at the University of Missouri, where she held multiple positions. She served as an Administrative Assistant from 2011 to 2013, a Retail Manager from 2010 to 2011, and a Textbook Assistant for two months in 2010. These roles provided her with foundational skills in administration and management.