Inspirational Speaker & Invisible Disabilities Ambassador
Lauren Pires is an award-winning inspirational speaker and Invisible Disabilities Association Ambassador. Born with Central Core Disease, a rare neuromuscular disorder, Lauren has about 33% of the strength of the average person but is known for her enthusiasm, yay-saying, and 100% spirit.
Lauren was honored on the prestigious 2024 D-30 Disability Impact List by Diversability for her significant contributions to disability advocacy. In October 2023, she became the first Canadian to receive the "But You LOOK Good" Inspiration Award from the Invisible Disabilities Association.
In November 2023, Lauren won the title of #2 Inspirational Speaker of the Year at Speaker Slam, North America's largest inspirational speaking competition. Her story and advocacy have been featured on CTV Your Morning, CHCH, Breakfast Television, CityNews Toronto, OMNI News, Global News, RareDiseaseDay.org, and InSauga.
Lauren continues to raise awareness for invisible disabilities and rare diseases in her personal and professional endeavors.
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