FOUNDER

I’m an environmental activist, artist, mother of teenagers, frontline community member, and Los Angeles resident.

Over the past decade, art has been one of the most powerful tools in my environmental justice work. It has given me a voice in moments when I felt powerless, helped me communicate complex and difficult issues, and inspired others to see challenges from new perspectives. Art has the unique ability to spark conversation, build community, and motivate meaningful change.

I graduated with honors from Otis College of Art and Design with a degree in Graphic Design.

Through Good Trouble Workshop, I am excited to share a safe, welcoming, and creative space where people of all backgrounds can learn new skills, grow in confidence, connect with their community, and create beauty with purpose.

TEACHER

Good Trouble Workshop seeks to connect with a diverse group of artists and volunteers to teach teenagers.

MANAGER

Good Trouble Workshop seeks to connect with a diverse group of professionals and volunteers to run Good Trouble Workshop

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE CONSULTANT

Jeni Knack holds a degree in Anthropology from UCLA and has more than a decade of experience working on environmental justice, public health, and environmental policy issues.

Jeni is a resident of Simi Valley.

Throughout her career, Jeni has collaborated with scientists, researchers, community organizations, and policymakers to address a wide range of environmental challenges, including Los Angeles River restoration, air quality monitoring, groundwater contamination, hazardous waste management, wildfire recovery efforts, and the cleanup of the Santa Susana Field Laboratory.

Her deep knowledge of environmental policy, community engagement, and scientific research brings invaluable expertise to Good Trouble Workshop, helping connect young people with real-world environmental issues and opportunities for meaningful civic action.