A mural against bullying and discrimination, a symbol of hope, inclusion and social transformation, comes to life in Via Bottego 11, Seregno. The work, signed by the artist DutyGorn and realised for the Academy Musical Arts, was financed by the Municipality of Seregno thanks to the ‘Giovani Estate 2022’ call for bids. This urban art intervention is part of the ‘Follow Your Dream’ project, created to raise awareness among the new generations on fundamental issues such as violence, discrimination and respect for human rights.

The project involves local associations and schools in the area with the aim of promoting in young people the culture of respect and awareness of their rights, combating all forms of discrimination and bullying.

The initiative kicked off last weekend with a free participatory art workshop led by DutyGorn, author of the mural. Milanese, 42 years old and with a career spanning over 20 years, the artist transformed the wall of the Cartanima association’s headquarters into an explosion of bright colours, on which he painted three faces – male and female. ‘They are gazes that do not judge, but look beyond. They speak of dreams and the future,’ said DutyGorn, at his first artistic experience in Seregno.

Also present at the presentation on Saturday afternoon were councillors Federica Perelli, Laura Capelli and William Viganò, and municipal councillor Samuele Tagliabue, chairman of the Sports and Youth Policies Commission.

‘Follow Your Dream’ is aimed at high school students and youth groups in the area, with the goal of stimulating awareness, dialogue and participation. The project stems from the conviction that cultural change must start with young people, educating them about respect, diversity and inclusion.

The Academy Musical Arts, based in the Sant’Ambrogio district, is an important cultural and educational hub for the city. In addition to offering artistic and musical courses, it is a point of reference for urban regeneration and community growth. The mural against bullying and discrimination in Seregno fits perfectly into this broader vision, in which art and territory come together.

DutyGorn’s work depicts proud and intense faces, inspired by real people and reinterpreted with his distinctive style. Those gazes tell of resilience, courage and hope, inviting the viewer to reflect. This mural is not simply decorative: it is a true cultural intervention. It enhances the territory, gives a voice to young people and transforms a simple wall into a tool for social change. In this context, art becomes a powerful means to build a more inclusive future, in which respect, empathy and participation are the real protagonists.