Vision Board Workshops Inspire Migrant Women to Set Goals for 2026

Within the framework of the INTERREG-funded project “Central Baltic Mentoring for Migrant Women seeking Employment” (CeMeWE), the Institute of Baltic Studies organized two vision board workshops aimed at inspiring women with migration backgrounds to set clear goals for their professional and personal lives. The events brought together around 30 participants in total.

The workshops were designed as supportive and creative spaces where participants could reflect on their aspirations, define priorities, and translate their intentions into a visual plan for the year ahead. Through guided exercises and individual reflection, women were encouraged to think concretely about their career paths, education, well-being, and other important areas of life.

Participants created personal 2026 vision boards using printed images, quotes, and creative materials provided on site. The process combined practical goal-setting with creativity, helping women articulate ambitions that are often postponed amid the challenges of adapting to a new country and labour market.

Moreover, beyond the creative activity itself, the workshops also offered an opportunity to create new connections with those who shared similar experiences. Informal discussions over coffee and snacks contributed to a supportive atmosphere where women could exchange ideas and motivate one another.

Furthermore, the feedback from participants was very positive. Many described the workshops as empowering and clarifying, noting that the structured reflection helped them define concrete next steps. Several participants expressed interest in attending similar events in the future.

Through these workshops, the CeMeWE project continues to support migrant women in strengthening their confidence, direction, and employability.

 This activity was supported as part of Project – Central Baltic Mentoring for Migrant Women seeking Employment – CeMeWE CB0100070, as Interreg Central Baltic Programme 2021-2027 project co-funded by the European Union.