Lauryn Fanguen
About Lauryn Fanguen
Lauryn Fanguen serves as the Federal Advocacy Communications Manager at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she focuses on engaging policymakers to advance the organization's mission. She has a diverse background in communications, having held various roles within Planned Parenthood and other organizations, and holds a Master's degree from The Johns Hopkins University.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood
Lauryn Fanguen serves as the Federal Advocacy Communications Manager at Planned Parenthood Federation of America. She has held this position since 2022, focusing on federal advocacy communications. In this role, she engages with policymakers and stakeholders to promote the organization's mission and enhance public engagement efforts.
Previous Experience at Planned Parenthood
Fanguen has a significant history with Planned Parenthood Federation of America, having worked in various communications roles. She was the Federal Advocacy Communications Press Officer from 2021 to 2022 and served as the Elections and Campaigns Press Officer from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she completed a State Policy Media Internship in 2019, which provided her with foundational experience in advocacy communications.
Internships and Early Career
Fanguen's early career includes several internships that contributed to her expertise in communications. She interned at the Center for American Progress as a Digital Strategy Intern in 2019 and worked as a Communications Intern for U.S. Senator Kamala Harris in the same year. Her internship at NASTAD in 2018 and her role as a Communications Fellow at Spitfire further developed her skills in media relations and advocacy.
Educational Background
Lauryn Fanguen holds a Master of Arts degree from The Johns Hopkins University, which she completed in 2023. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Her educational background supports her career in communications and advocacy.
Skills in Advocacy Communications
Fanguen possesses a deep understanding of media strategies tailored for electoral and policy communications. Her experience across various roles has equipped her with the skills necessary to enhance public engagement efforts and effectively advocate for Planned Parenthood's mission.