Sophia Kunen is a Master of Urban and Regional Planning student at the University of New Orleans with over 10 years of experience in non-profit development, fundraising, and community organizing. She has interned at Greater New Orleans, Inc. researching the emerging water industry and at the City Planning Commission analyzing demographic and land use trends. Kunen has held several positions managing field teams, fundraising, and outreach for organizations focused on issues such as flood protection, voter rights, women's healthcare, air pollution, and payday loan reform. She is currently a student representative for the American Planning Association – Louisiana Chapter.