Youth Empowerment through Graphic Design

The workshop was led by Maryna Rutkowska and Tadeusz Niziołek, who encouraged everyone to learn by doing. Instead of sitting through a long lecture, participants jumped straight into hands-on practice with paper, stickers, markers, and glue — a playful twist that made the session unique. They experimented with colors, fonts, and layouts, learning how to make posters and social media visuals look professional and engaging. Maryna and Tadeusz were especially skilled at giving structured feedback that acknowledged everyone’s work and effort, making participants feel proud while also guiding them on how to improve. The room quickly filled with creativity, laughter, and small discoveries, turning the learning process into a fun and practical experience directly connected to real youth projects.

The workshop took place in the  Pangaea Youth Space, which felt cosy and welcoming. People worked, shared ideas, and laughed together while creating. And of course — Nerijus’ homemade pancakes made the evening even sweeter.These small moments helped everyone feel included and part of the group.

The workshop went beyond teaching design tricks. It showed young people that creativity is also a form of expression and empowerment. By learning how to make their posters, flyers, or online visuals look stronger, participants gained confidence in presenting their ideas and promoting their initiatives.

. It was non-formal education in action: practical, inclusive, and empowering. The workshop gave space for active participation, built useful skills, and strengthened the local youth community in Horsens.