Hi, I’m Imani Kibler, a writer and communicator based in New York. I translate complex social justice issues into compelling narratives for diverse audiences, crafting persuasive advocacy content, training curricula, policy communications, and public-facing materials rooted in lived community experience. With 8+ years in community health work and civic engagement, I’ve built hands-on field programs, community narratives, and cross-sector partnerships that advance housing justice, healthcare access, and wellness. I’m a Substack author who covers social justice topics, and I’m certified as a Community Health Worker, with a track record of translating ideas into clear, actionable messages for organizers, policymakers, and everyday residents.

Imani Kibler

Hi, I’m Imani Kibler, a writer and communicator based in New York. I translate complex social justice issues into compelling narratives for diverse audiences, crafting persuasive advocacy content, training curricula, policy communications, and public-facing materials rooted in lived community experience. With 8+ years in community health work and civic engagement, I’ve built hands-on field programs, community narratives, and cross-sector partnerships that advance housing justice, healthcare access, and wellness. I’m a Substack author who covers social justice topics, and I’m certified as a Community Health Worker, with a track record of translating ideas into clear, actionable messages for organizers, policymakers, and everyday residents.

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Hi, I’m Imani Kibler, a writer and communicator based in New York. I translate complex social justice issues into compelling narratives for diverse audiences, crafting persuasive advocacy content, training curricula, policy communications, and public-facing materials rooted in lived community experience.

With 8+ years in community health work and civic engagement, I’ve built hands-on field programs, community narratives, and cross-sector partnerships that advance housing justice, healthcare access, and wellness. I’m a Substack author who covers social justice topics, and I’m certified as a Community Health Worker, with a track record of translating ideas into clear, actionable messages for organizers, policymakers, and everyday residents.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer & Communications Lead at Tax The Rich Campaign
April 1, 2025 - Present
Drafted and refined campaign messaging and member communications; reached organizers and legislators across NYC; produced written and verbal communications for candidate campaigns including Daria Izza for Congress and Conrad for Assembly.
Field Lead / Volunteer Organizer at Zohran Mamdani for Mayor Campaign
May 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Developed field communications and training materials for teams of 15–20 organizers; conducted outreach to 1,000+ Upper Manhattan residents on housing justice; created standardized reporting and tracked performance; mentored organizers through equity-centered writing and curricula.
Operations Analytics Director & Advocacy Director at We Are Not Afraid (AmeriCorps VISTA)
January 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Designed and wrote comprehensive community engagement programming including workshop curricula, public event materials, and leadership development content serving Harlem residents. Produced written community needs assessments synthesizing research, surveys, and listening sessions into strategic planning documents. Authored organizational compliance reports, stakeholder communications, and program documentation ensuring accountability to funders. Wrote and developed cross-sector partnership materials establishing shared goals across health care, housing justice, and wellness organizations—relationships remain active today. Authored grants for advocacy and community programming.
Advocacy Ambassador at NAMI-NY
October 1, 2022 - Present
Wrote and delivered advocacy communications and policy briefs for legislative outreach with Albany policymakers. Developed community training program content that builds advocacy capability among community members.
Corps Member at AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps)
October 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019
Wrote program documentation and facilitation guides for community development initiatives across multiple states addressing food justice, nutrition education, and disaster relief.
Patient Screener & Registrar at Insight Global at New York-Presbyterian
January 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Produced clear stakeholder communications during pandemic response operations serving diverse community members.
Seasonal Onboarder, Volunteer Department at Mount Sinai
April 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Wrote and coordinated documentation and communication materials supporting hospital volunteer programs.

Education

Associate of Science at Kingsborough Community College
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT Fundamentals at Blackbaud Training Program
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Human Resources Certificate at Malloy University
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Introduction to Nonprofit Management at Malloy University
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Qualifications

Community Health Worker Certification
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Introduction to Nonprofit Management
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026
Human Resources Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Government, Professional Services