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Transforming Stigmas: Žvelk Giliau

Transforming Stigmas: Žvelk Giliau

Client

Hygiene Institute

Challenge

How to transform the perception of psychological help?

Context of the challenge

There is a prevailing stigma surrounding the acceptance of psychological help. Many people choose to ignore their problems and avoid sharing their struggles, even when they are clearly visible. Psychological issues often go unrecognized until they reach a severe state. This unhealthy environment is prevalent not only in Lithuania but also abroad. In response to this situation, the Hygiene Institute focused on initiatives to shift the public perspective on this matter. 

Approach

Approach

Stakeholder
engagement

Tailor-made workshops were organized to involve relevant stakeholders and gain a comprehensive understanding of the context. Insights and perspectives were gathered from those directly involved and affected by the issue.

Best practice
analysis

An analysis of best practices employed in addressing similar challenges was conducted. This exploration helped identify subtle nuances within the narrative and provided valuable lessons to inform the strategy.

Design strategy
development

Building upon the insights gained from stakeholder engagement and best practice analysis, a design strategy was developed. This strategy served as a guiding framework, outlining the positioning direction and approach to address the challenge.

Visual language
formation

A visually engaging and carefully crafted language was created to effectively communicate the intended impact. This involved aligning the visual representation with the design strategy and resonating with the target audience.

Change to the context

Change to the context

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Reshaping stereotypes

Reshaping stereotypes

Changing long-present and sensitive perspectives is achieved by adopting a subtle entry point and avoiding a didactic or preachy approach.

Changing long-present and sensitive perspectives is achieved by adopting a subtle entry point and avoiding a didactic or preachy approach.

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Challenging the narrative

Challenging the narrative

Incorporating funny elements and vibrant colors in the visual language creates a fresh space for conversation and dialogue to emerge.

Incorporating funny elements and vibrant colors in the visual language creates a fresh space for conversation and dialogue to emerge.

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Visual messaging

Visual messaging

Conveying the intention to transform the situation through a visual language has a compelling and purposeful effect on how people react to the topic as a whole.

Conveying the intention to transform the situation through a visual language has a compelling and purposeful effect on how people react to the topic as a whole.