As Rebuild by Design’s GIS & Data Analyst and Designer, Judy Huynh spearheads projects that blend disaster declarations analysis, advanced mapping, and resilient infrastructure planning. She serves as Project Manager for the Atlas of Disaster, Atlas of Accountability, Parks as Infrastructure, and Climate Migration initiatives. With a Master of Urban Planning from NYU’s Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service and a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Design from the University of Waterloo, Judy translates complex climate and hazard data into accessible insights—using tools like GIS, Mapbox, and spatial analysis to inform equitable urban solutions.

Before joining Rebuild by Design, Judy honed her expertise in the Risk Analysis and Recovery Unit at New York City Emergency Management and on the Innovation Team at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, where she contributed to hazard mitigation planning and researched emerging technologies for sustainable transportation. In her current role, she combines data storytelling with design thinking to craft compelling narratives that drive policy and project outcomes. Whether collaborating with government agencies, nonprofits, or private sector partners, Judy’s strategic leadership and technical proficiency ensure that disaster preparedness, climate adaptation, and equitable development remain at the core of every initiative.