Lauren Renton - Events Officer

Case study

 

When did you first start at ReportOUT?

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27th November, 2020

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Current Role?

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Events Officer

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Please Describe Your Role at ReportOUT?

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I work with the events team to plan and execute a range of events for ReportOUT (online due to the pandemic ).

 

Describe yourself in three words

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Driven, friendly, outgoing.

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What is your background?

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I am currently studying for my degree in Events Management at The University of Sunderland. I previously attended City of Glasgow college for Events Management.

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What Impact has your role had on the charity?

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My role means we are able to put on events for the public and spread awareness on a variety of topics.

 

What is one thing you aim to achieve for the charity this year?

 

I want to start doing paid for events as well as gain sponsorship from a variety of companies and organisations relevant to ReportOUT.

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List one personal achievement you want to accomplish as a result of being part of the charity.

 

Gain more confidence.

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What is your personal view about global Sexual And/Or Gender Minority issues?

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I cannot provide an exact view yet but I am trying to learn more and expand my knowledge.

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What is the best advice you have been given?

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To be myself.

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What is the best advice you would give to a young LGBTQI+ young person?

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To be yourself and to be confident.

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What other hobbies and interests do you have?

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I love to read, I enjoy going home ( when I can ) and seeing my family. I love to travel.

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Who inspires you and why?

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Honestly Drew, he’s so busy and has so much on his plate but always manages to give 110% to everything he does. He really cares about everything he takes on.