Project Osmosis Design Youth Forum is an all-day showcase of the design fields for high school students city-wide that places students in their selected disciplines by assigning projects — the best of which are awarded with prizes. Students take home materials of the chosen discipline, and certificates for participation. Our goal to support pre-professional career discovery.
The Project Osmosis Design Youth Forum (DYF) is a one-day immersive event that introduces high school students across the Windy City to the exciting world of design. Through hands-on projects, students explore creative fields while showcasing their talents, with outstanding work receiving special recognition and prizes.
Participants will receive materials related to their chosen discipline and a certificate celebrating their achievement. Now in its 27th year, the forum invites students to explore dynamic thinking across fields such as fashion, graphic design, motion design, app development, architecture, interior design, and industrial design—inspiring the next generation of creative innovators. 🚀✨
2026 DYF THEME: Designing Good AI: Empowering Tomorrow
The Project Osmosis Design Youth Forum (DYF) on May 15th is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to inspire the next generation of creative leaders. This year’s theme, “Designing Good AI: Empowering Tomorrow,” encourages students to explore how design and technology can work together to create a more thoughtful, ethical, and innovative future. Through hands-on workshops, inspiring conversations, and collaboration with industry professionals, participants will discover how design can shape emerging technologies and positively impact communities.
Join us as we spark creativity, empower young innovators, and imagine a better future through design and AI. 🚀
THE FUTURE IS NOT SOMETHING WE WAIT FOR; IT IS SOMETHING WE DESIGN.
Design with empathy.
Design with responsibility.
Design with purpose.
Designing Good AI. Empowering Tomorrow.
!! – DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS APRIL 10, 2026
