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Lara Sidhu
Director of Program at Beyond 12
Lara Sidhu is the Senior Director of Program at Beyond 12, an organization focused on supporting students in their educational journeys. She has a strong background in social welfare and psychology, holding a Master's degree in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley (2017) and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the same institution (2013) .34
In her role at Beyond 12, Lara leverages both personal and professional experiences to enhance the organization’s mission of providing academic, social, and emotional support to students. Her previous experience includes mentoring students through programs like Upward Bound and facilitating workshops for families facing separation .14 Over her six years at Beyond 12, she has held various positions, including Chief of Staff, which has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the organization's operations and objectives .5
Lara is based in Oakland, California, and continues to contribute significantly to the development and implementation of programs that aim to improve student retention and success in higher education .26
