Wyrażam SIĘ

The “Wyrażam SIĘ” project is a social initiative that was created in response to the lack of appropriate support for young adults (18-35 years old) affected by aphasia in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship. Aphasia is a communication disorder that affects the ability to speak, understand speech, read and write. People with aphasia are often socially isolated, misjudged by their environment and have limited opportunities in the job market. With our project, we want to create a space for them to express their emotions and integrate socially by using art, movement and digital tools. We also strive to increase public awareness of aphasia, which will help reduce the stigmatization of this social group.

Actions to be undertaken in the project:

• Stationary workshops – 3 cycles of intensive workshops (sculpture, painting, handcrafts) for a group of 10 participants. Each workshop lasts 3 days and includes meditation, breathing exercises, movement therapy and intuitive dance.
• Online workshops – additional classes using digital tools: creating graphics, product photography, creating descriptions using AI, online pricing and sales.
• A final exhibition of participants’ works in Bydgoszcz city with the possibility of selling their works.
• Creating a communication platform enabling the exchange of experiences and ongoing support for participants after the project has been completed.
• Training for the team and volunteers on communication with people with aphasia.
• A social and informational campaign promoting public awareness of aphasia addressed to the local and regional community.

What we do during the project:

• increase public awareness of aphasia,
• acquire new artistic skills (sculpture, painting, handcraft),
• learn alternative communication and use of digital tools,
• develop economic competencies related to the sale of artistic works,
• counteract social isolation and stigmatization of people with aphasia,
• build a community of support and mutual understanding.