Meet Caroline Wich
In this section, we hand the pen to our former students. It’s an opportunity to hear how things turned out for them, but we also want to encourage you to spot potential opportunities. Can you contribute something? Are you looking for exactly what they offer, or do you see a potential collaboration? This time, we meet Team 27 alumna Caroline Wich. enjoy
When I look back on my three years at Kaospilot, they have been filled with transformative experiences. After two years as a basketball player at university in the USA and two years at a design school in Southern Jutland, I entered Kaospilot with a longing for team-based energy—and I quickly felt comfortable in this community of people eager to create good things.
When my team graduated last summer, I gave a speech in which I mentioned that my team and the Kaospilot institution had never tried to make me smaller—and for that, I wanted to thank them. Standing at 185 cm tall with a very extroverted personality, I have often tried to take up less space to fit in. But not here: At Kaospilot, I have been met with the philosophy: “We don’t love you because you easily blend in; we love you because you don’t.”
Being in an environment that values authenticity like KP has been an eye-opener. We talk openly, speak up, and most importantly, we learn to listen and understand. We learn to engage in what we do, and how important it is to show up—for ourselves, for others, and for the world—is something I will continue to prioritize. We don’t need more things in the world; we need better.
Wherever I go in life, I will remember to challenge myself and others, as well as to take care of myself and those around me. Kaospilot has taught me a lot about facilitation, business models, and systemic thinking, but what has truly changed me are the perspectives and the strength I have encountered. I have learned that strength can also be quiet and gentle, and that life can be tough and unpredictable. But I believe that no one is too small or too big to make a difference. One step at a time, but never alone.
Since my time at Kaospilot, I have immersed myself in several projects, but right now, I am still very passionate about my graduation project, Girls Got Game, an ambitious NGO project that focuses on empowering and retaining girls in organized sports in Denmark, with a foundation in basketball.
The project addresses the concerning trend of many girls stopping their sports participation during their teenage years, which can lead to poor mental health and low self-esteem.
Girls Got Game works to create an inspiring and diverse sports environment that motivates girls to engage in the long term. By increasing the visibility of girls and women in sports, initiating programs, and improving the institutional frameworks, the project promotes equality and ensures equal access to sports activities while striving to improve health outcomes for young girls, both physically and mentally.
I hope Girls Got Game will continue to highlight the importance of investing in and supporting girls in sports. I believe that visual storytelling has a unique ability to evoke emotions and inspire action. It is my way of creating sustainable value by combining my design experience with my Kaospilot learning.
It has been an invaluable gift to step into a community filled with so many engaged individuals, and I truly appreciate the culture of support that exists here. This is undoubtedly the strongest aspect of the entire school. While it can be challenging to navigate among so many smart, cool people and great opportunities, I have learned that everything is much more enjoyable to do together with like minded people or even different minded people!
There’s so much we don’t know that we don’t know. Even if you’re working on a project about girls in basketball, it’s entirely possible that someone working on regeneration projects, or a tech consultant, can provide you with the best advice you’ve heard in a long time. I have greatly appreciated both the support and the honest feedback that a network like Kaospilot offers, and I am confident that I will utilize this network in everything I do going forward. There is just a common understanding of the passion and care that underlies much of what we do.
Girls Got Game emerged from a desire to blend creative direction and leadership, showcasing how branding and art direction can empower girls and women in sports. By democratizing the process and incorporating the culture we are designing for into our approach, we can deliver authentic, sustainable results that go beyond fleeting trends.
As we continue to develop the project, I’m excited about the possibility of connecting with others who share a passion for making a difference in this space. I know the alumni network offers a wonderful opportunity for intriguing collaborations and partnerships. I would also love to reach out for expertise in NGO business models and partnership sourcing, as these areas are vital to our growth.
Additionally, I am open to exploring other projects where I can contribute as a creative director or producer, leveraging my skills to create impactful initiatives. If you have insights or opportunities to share, I would be eager to connect!! Or also just love to hang, vibe & network!
You can visit Girlsgotgame.dk for more & to support the NGO through t-shirts made with basketball teenage girls