GIS Team

Suzanne Wade has been part of the SRLN Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team since July 2017.  She is a GIS Specialist whose interest in mapping began with her job as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot for the US Army. After serving in the military, she obtained her Master’s degree in Resource Management, specializing in GIS and remote sensing. Suzanne has taught GIS classes at the university level, and paired her students with local organizations so that they could understand real world applications of GIS.

With extensive experience in designing and implementing access-to-justice initiatives across legal aid, the courts, and private practice, Katherine has consistently focused on developing common-sense, consumer-oriented solutions. Her work emphasizes the use of geospatial data and collaborative learning among diverse stakeholders. An early member of the Self-Represented Litigation Network (SRLN), Katherine led the organization from August 2013 to December 2022 and now serves as Director Emerita.