Autobiographical Statement, Megan Olds
Megan was raised in Eugene, where her parents were both teachers in the community. Her father retired from Eugene School District 4J after a 30-year career in education. After high school, Megan moved to Seattle, where she earned both her BA and MSW from the University of Washington. She has worked with unhoused individuals, people living with severe and persistent mental illness, and others navigating complex life transitions, with experience connecting people to resources in both urban and rural communities. In 2011, she returned to Eugene to be closer to family and is now a psychotherapist in private practice.
Megan has a deep interest in how individuals relate to, create, depend upon, and find meaning within their communities. She values thoughtful civic dialogue and believes strong communities are built through curiosity, engagement, and shared responsibility. She is grateful to be a member of City Club of Eugene and appreciates its commitment to open inquiry, civic engagement, and building a stronger, more connected community.
