The Designer’s Weakness: Understanding the Role of Power
Co-founder George Aye presents his thoughts on how design work is shaped by invisible power asymmetries.
In The News
We are occasionally honored to be included in articles, conferences, and books. Check out our latest appearances below.
How a new design process helps communities create their own health programs
The GGS project Raising Places is highlighted as a new approach to community wellbeing.
To Build Healthy Communities For Kids, Ask Kids What They Need
This article tells the story of Raising Places, a GGS project to create healthy places for kids to thrive.
Leap Dialogues: Career Pathways in Design for Social Innovation
GGS has a featured case study in this book about the why, what and how of designing for social impact.
From Inquiry to Action
A public school teacher and GGS project participant is featured in a chapter on making students’ research and decision-making meaningful.
Public Interest Design Practice Guidebook
GGS has a featured case study in this book demonstrating that public interest design has emerged as a distinct profession.
Greater Good Studio at Creative Mornings Chicago
George and Sara speak about what it’s like to start a studio, and why it’s both awesome and scary.
Creating a public design team
Co-founder George Aye shares the story of Designing Chicago, a GGS project to collectively envision new tools for public transit.