Stowarzyszenie Słowem w Twarz
We create social innovation with young peopleWe work as an NGO from Rybnik in education, culture, and volunteeringWe build social, artistic, and growth-oriented projects for local communitiesWe strengthen agency, collaboration, and room for actionWe create social innovation with young peopleWe work as an NGO from Rybnik in education, culture, and volunteeringWe build social, artistic, and growth-oriented projects for local communitiesWe strengthen agency, collaboration, and room for action

Who we are

We act where it matters most.

Since 2017, we have been building culture and innovation in the Rybnik region. Young people co-create our work, not just consume it. We run cultural, technological, and educational initiatives across three pillars of change.

  1. 01Technology and innovation for the social sector
  2. 02Local heritage, European reach
  3. 03Ecology and Silesian transition
Słowem w Twarz
Innovation workshop where participants create cultural and technology projects
01

Pillar one

Technology and innovation for the social sector

Since 2022, we have designed and delivered our own web platforms, web applications, educational games, and 3D/metaverse solutions tailored to nonprofit needs. We combine strong tech execution with deep knowledge of the social sector so digitalization becomes practical, not just declarative.

The social sector deserves tools as good as those used in business. That conviction drives every project we build.
Adam, implementation and innovation

Adam, implementation and innovation

Digital Silesia archive presentation in an international cooperation format
02

Pillar two

Local heritage, European reach

The Rybnik region has culture worth sharing globally. We work with partners in Italy, Czechia, and Hungary to exchange know-how and promote Silesian identity abroad. Internationalization does not replace local roots; it strengthens them and makes us a credible European partner.

My work always grows from this place: its history, colors, and transformation. What is Silesian can speak to people across Europe.
Martyna, artist and local creator

Martyna, artist and local creator

Young participants presenting projects related to the region ecological transition
03

Pillar three

Ecology and Silesian transition

Silesia is undergoing a foundational shift from an industrial core to a modern, knowledge-based, sustainable region. We engage young people in ecological action, teach energy-transition literacy, and support initiatives that turn this historic transition into opportunity rather than sacrifice.

Silesia carries an incredible energy of change. I want young people to see this transition as their opportunity, not only the end of something.
Laura, European coordination

Laura, European coordination

We collaborate with

Together we create change.

We work with local institutions, NGOs, and public entities that share our values and support our mission.

22 partner institutions and organizations

Our team

The people behind SWT.

Our team

Certificate no. 269/2024

Since 2024 we are a certified volunteer-friendly organisation.

Ola

Ola

Volunteer coordinator

Piotrek

Piotrek

Cultural innovation

Piotrek

Piotrek

Local activities 🇵🇱

Adam

Adam

Digital projects & delivery

Martyna

Martyna

Artist & local creator

Laura

Laura

Ecology & EU partnerships 🇪🇺