Aminah Ricks is an architect, urbanist, writer and teacher who created the organization Future Planners to help schools, public and private institutions, NGOs and governments in the U.S., Europe and Asia recognize the benefit of embracing the unique perspective and experience of children in the city. 

A passionate advocate for walkable and bike-friendly cities, she has lived in 9 cities and visited more than 100 worldwide.  Aminah has earned degrees in English Literature (Carleton College in the U.S.) and Architecture & Building Engineering (Uni Roma Tre in Italy).  Aminah lives with her husband Fabio and their daughter Mila.