On May 8, the NGO “Young Agents of Change” organized an exhibition as part of the international INSIGHT project at the Penitentiary Academy of Ukraine (Chernihiv).
The aim of the exhibition is to draw attention to the issues of reintegration, human rights, and society’s attitude toward people who are serving sentences or returning to the community after their release.
In the Ukrainian context, the exhibition focuses on stories collected by our team and journalists during interviews at the Zhytomyr and Kolomyia correctional facilities. These are the stories of people who are serving sentences or returning to society after their release—about their experiences, challenges, stigma, and search for a fresh start.
Through these materials, we aim to stimulate public dialogue, encourage people to rethink their biases, and discuss resocialization and human rights without sensationalism or labels.
After all, we sincerely believe that it is through personal stories, empathy, and responsible communication that we can build a society founded on respect for human dignity and European values.
We would like to thank the Penitentiary Academy of Ukraine for its cooperation, support, and assistance in organizing the exhibition and fostering an important public dialogue.
The INSIGHT project is being implemented Young Agents of Change in cooperation with AY Institute, Prirašytos rankos, Scambieuropei, Brodoto and is funded by the European Union.
Over the course of several hours, participants immersed themselves in topics such as:
how to conduct interviews and prepare materials without stigma and prejudice;
During lively discussions and group work, media professionals sought answers to difficult questions: How can we talk about crimes without perpetuating stereotypes of victims or perpetrators? How can we be accurate and empathetic at the same time? 
The project continues a series of events aimed at developing ethical approaches to covering justice and reintegration issues. After all, change begins with those who create narratives—journalists. 
Air — we listened to our breathing and learned to let go of the excess.
Earth — simple yoga exercises helped me feel grounded and calm in my own body.
Water — meditated to the sound of a waterphone, listening to their inner voice.
Fire — through movement and rhythm, they awakened energy and intention.
The practice became a space for emotional release and restoration of inner resources. Participants noted that they felt more peace, warmth, and harmony, and realized how important such practices are for maintaining inner balance in difficult times and developing awareness. 
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Young agents of change, together with clinicians from the legal clinic of the Penitentiary Academy of Ukraine, conducted an important final online soft skills training session for young people in the Kyiv SIZO as part of the INSIGHT project.
During the class, we discussed:
Such meetings contribute to the formation of analytical thinking, the ability to critically evaluate information, a conscious perception of events, and the skills necessary for independent conclusions and adaptation in the modern information environment.
Each of these initiatives is an important step towards the rehabilitation and reintegration of young people after release. The ability to distinguish the truth from manipulation, the ability to draw reasonable conclusions and choose safe paths for oneself is the basis for creating a free, responsible and conscious society. 
The workshop was held as part of the INSIGHT project, which is changing the way the media covers crime and promotes social reintegration through the power of stories.
The event was held as part of the INSIGHT project, an initiative that seeks to change the way crime and re-socialization are covered in the media.
We explored together in a dialog format:
On April 25, 2025, the first lesson for minors was held at the Kyiv Pretrial Detention Center, which the team of trainers successfully conducted in an atmosphere of open dialogue and mutual respect.
The main topics of the training:
Coverage of criminal topics through the prism of human rights;
interactive sessions and modeling of real cases;
