about sisu

At SISU Consulting, we believe that real transformation happens when communities lead the way. We partner with nonprofits, public agencies, and grassroots movements to build more just, sustainable, and people-centered cities through community engagement, equitable development, and restorative justice strategies.

Our Mission

To amplify community leadership, disrupt inequitable power structures, and co-create solutions that center housing justice, restorative justice, and economic equity.

Our Approach

Community-Led & Equity-Centered

We co-create solutions. Our work prioritizes resident leadership, participatory planning, and policy strategies that serve communities most impacted by inequitable systems.

Transforming Ideas into Action

We bridge grassroots organizing with institutional change, ensuring that bold ideas don’t stay in reports—they become real, lasting impact.

Partnerships that Build Power

We work alongside nonprofits, city leaders, housing advocates, and movement builders to make sure community-driven solutions are resourced, implemented, and sustained.

  • Founder

    Nicole Huser founded SISU Consulting to bring together her expertise in urban planning, nonprofit development, and restorative justice with her deep commitment to community-driven transformation. With experience working across housing policy, municipal strategy, and fund development, Nicole’s approach is rooted in partnership, power-building, and long-term impact.

collaborators

  • Protectors of the Salt River

    On the heart of Akimel O’otham land, the project serves as a testament to the resilience and commitment of the local inhabitants. Accepted in the 2024 Live Well AZ Incubator.

  • Community Planning Collaborative

    Passionate about people, history, and planning as combined forces to shape the future.

  • The Sagrado

    Empowering Community through Art, Culture and Design in South Phoenix.

  • Technical Assistance Partnership of Arizona

    Vitalyst Foundation offers capacity building resources to community-based leaders, organizations, and coalitions.