Lauren F. Lichty (they/them) is a queer activist-educator who supports college students at the University of Washington learning about gender, sexuality, healthy relationships, and building strong, just communities. Lauren writes and speaks nationally and internationally about social justice teaching, participatory action research, cis heteronormativity, and ending gender-based violence. Outside of teaching, research, and writing, you can find Lauren single-momming, chasing sunsets, playing pinball, paddle boarding, or doing a puzzle.