AIMÉE KNIGHT
foregrounds the power of community writing and design to drive real-world impact.

Community is the Way

Community is the Way: Engaged Writing and Designing for Transformative Change (2022) bridges academia and real-world impact through community-led initiatives. With insights drawn from extensive fieldwork and academic research, this book serves as a resource for educators, researchers, and community organizers aiming to create more just, inclusive, and empowered communities through co-creation. The book provides concrete examples of how engaged writing and design can drive meaningful change, focusing on community strengths and collaborative approaches. It challenges traditional power dynamics, offering a path toward social equity and sustainability.

Workshops

Aimée offers workshops that prioritize community-led visions and foster inclusive, equity-based approaches. Participants engage in hands-on activities and real-world examples to explore the core principles of co-creation and community-led design. Workshops emphasize leveraging community strengths and building internal capacity. Sessions are designed to equip attendees with the tools and insights needed to champion social justice and pave the way for meaningful, long-term social engagement.

Consulting

Lending expertise on community-led writing and design, Aimée collaborates with educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and social enterprises to explore innovative approaches for co-creation and transformative change. Aimée offers expertise in developing media strategies, community engagement frameworks, and equitable design practices. These approaches help organizations build resilient communities, address systemic issues, and foster long-term sustainability.