Grounded Solutions Network
Sophia Elise Corugedo is a Senior Research Associate at Grounded Solutions Network, where Sophia Elise leads work on building a network of professionals in heat, housing, and equity policy. Sophia Elise previously worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, where Sophia Elise focused on research on Tax Certificates and Tax Deed sales. Additionally, Sophia Elise has experience as a Teacher Assistant at the University of Florida College of Design, Construction and Planning, a Research Fellow at the City of Gainesville, and has held various roles in urban planning and research. Sophia holds a Master of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning and a Bachelor of Science in Sustainability and the Built Environment from the University of Florida.
Grounded Solutions Network
Grounded Solutions Network is a national nonprofit membership organization of community land trusts, municipal housing programs, and nonprofits that support housing with lasting affordability. Our mission is to cultivate communities — equitable, inclusive and rich in opportunity — by advancing affordable housing solutions that last for generations. We promote housing solutions that will stay affordable for generations so communities can stabilize and strengthen their foundation, for good. We connect national and local expertise; bringing together the networks, knowledge and support needed to build inclusive communities. Grounded Solutions Network champions evidence-based policies and strategies that work. We help our members, partners and elected officials use them to establish inclusive communities that have diverse housing options for a variety of incomes, offering choice and opportunity for all residents – both today and for future generations.