Safety, education, cooperation - agreement between our University and the Lower Silesian Branch of the Polish Association of Security Studies

The College of Vocational Training continues to develop its research and teaching activities by establishing new partnerships with prestigious institutions. We are proud to announce that on 4 April this year, the following was signed cooperation agreement between our University and the Lower Silesian Branch of the Polish Association of Security Studies.

This collaboration opens up new opportunities for joint organising:

• Conference;
• symposia;
• workshops;
• other educational and scientific events.

Photo 1 Lieutenant Colonel Dr. P. Wasilewski signs the agreement on behalf of the Lower Silesian Branch of PTNoB. Photo by W. Kazanecki

It will make it even more intensive for us to promote safety-related activities - an issue of vital importance in today's world. We are delighted to be working with an organisation with a a proven scientific track record i strong commitment in the formation of civic and patriotic attitudes.

On the relationship with money - Prof. Dr. Agata Gąsiorowska our first guest as part of the meeting series "In the Circle of Authorities"

We invite you to attend the first meeting of the series "In the Circle of Authorities", where we will meet experts in their professional fields. We will find out what they are passionate about and how their knowledge can help us recognise the complexities of our social relationships. The first guest of the meeting, which will take place online 9 April 2025 r. o 15:00, will Prof. Dr. Agata Gąsiorowska - researcher in the psychology of money, lecturer at SWPS and author of the book "Money or life. How money affects our behaviour, emotions and relationships“.

The host of the meeting, Dorota Wodecka, will talk to the Professor about, among other things, what our attitude to money says about us. Why are we afraid of running out of it and are these fears really valid? How do they alleviate our fear of death and what attitudes to life allow us to treat them contrary to the common maxim that "money does not bring happiness"? As it turns out, it does, but you have to know how to spend it. We will also touch on how spending or saving affects relationships and raising children.

• Date: 9 April 2025 at 3.00 pm
• Hostess of the meeting: Dorota Wodecka
• Guest: Prof. Dr. Agata Gąsiorowska, researcher in the psychology of money and lecturer at SWPS.

A live online streaming will be available from the meeting. You are welcome!

Professional burnout - workshop for uniformed personnel

On 4 April, staff from the Institute of Psychology at the Higher School of Vocational Training, Lidia Młody, MA, and Hubert Ludwiczak, MA, conducted a workshop on the topic of professional burnout and prevention methods. The meeting was aimed at employees of the uniformed services.

The workshop aimed to understand the mechanisms of burnout and to equip participants with tools to help manage stress and prevent burnout. The class concluded with a summary of key findings and recommendations for further mental health care in the workplace. Participants were encouraged to regularly reflect on their own emotional state and apply preventive techniques in their daily working lives.

Divorce proceedings from filing to final judgment - free webinar with attorney Daniel Szalbot

As a graduate of Law, Administration or Law in Business, you are bound to come across the topic of divorce proceedings in the future, so it is worth expanding your knowledge at source now. Please visit free webinar run by legal adviser Daniel Szalbot - practitioner with many years of experience, who will share with participants key information, courtroom examples and tips useful in the daily work of a lawyer.

Divorce proceedings in a nutshell - what topics will be covered during the webinar?

Already 8 April 2025 at 5.30pm We would like to invite you to an online meeting conducted by legal advisor Daniel Szalbot - a graduate of the Faculty of Law, Administration and Economics of Wrocław University. He gained his professional experience in renowned law firms in Wrocław and in providing services to leading companies operating on the international market. He is currently considered one of the respected experts in family law.

Students in particular are invited to the free webinar Rights, Rights in business and Administration, who during the meeting will learn about the behind-the-scenes of divorce proceedings - from the filing of the petition to the final judgment. The meeting will cover issues such as:

• Differences between divorce with and without an adjudication of guilt and the legal consequences of attributing fault to one or both parties to the proceedings.
• Filing for divorce - key elements to look out for, especially in situations where the spouses have minor children.
• Determining child custody issues after divorce - residence of the child, contact with the parent, limitation of parental authority.
• Rules for determining child and spousal support - factors to be taken into account by the court, differences between actual and potential income, the impact of frequency of contact on benefits.
• Practical tips on how to properly draft a divorce petition - analysis using a prepared template as an example.
• Jurisdiction and competence of the court in divorce cases - Where and when to file a claim.
• Importance of requests for protection of access and maintenance - why their submission is relevant to the further course of the case.

Custody, minors, CSE - practical aspects of family matters

The webinar will also address issues relating to the participation of minor children in divorce proceedings. Participants will learn, when the court refers a child to the Judicial Panel of Specialised Judges (SAC), in which situations a guardian is appointed and when a child can be heard by the court. 

The legal adviser will also cover issues relating to alternate custody, the limitation of parental authority and the factors that can lead to its loss. The expert will also explain, how best to prepare for an interview with the court and the SBAto protect the interests of the child. The webinar will conclude with a discussion of court fees and jurisdictional rules, allowing students to better understand the practicalities of divorce proceedings.

Would you like to sign up for an online meeting? Here you will find an application formwhich is necessary to receive the link to the webinar. See you there!

"Police service - dreams and reality" - join the meeting and learn about the behind-the-scenes recruitment and work from Insp. Tomasz Czai

Recruitment to the Police is invariably in high demand - many candidates dream of a job full of interesting challenges, opportunities to help and stable employment in the services. However, the road to a police uniform requires meeting certain criteria, going through a demanding recruitment process and meeting the challenges of daily service. If you are wondering what the reality of working in the Police is like, you are invited to meet a practitioner who will share his experiences and answer the most frequently asked questions!

A meeting where you will learn about recruitment and working in the Police "behind the scenes"

"Serving in the Police - dreams and reality". - is the topic of the second meeting with practitioners hosted by the Institute of Homeland Security and Criminology. This time, the practitioner will answer questions: Is serving in the police force a dream come true or a daily life full of challenges? What is recruitment and a career in this formation like? These and many other questions will be answered by our special guest, retired inspector Tomasz Czaja, an experienced officer with many years of service and former District Police Commander in Sztum.

Why join?

• You will learn about the behind-the-scenes work in the police - from prevention to crime fighting.
• You will learn about the recruitment process and the requirements for candidates.
• You will hear stories from the front line of service and management of the police unit.

Don't miss the opportunity to ask questions and address your concerns! See you online on Monday, 7 April at 19:00!

The meeting is open, meaning that anyone interested in recruiting for the Police Service can join. A link to the video call can be found here.

From risk assessment to community education - 10th National Scientific Conference "Shaping social resilience - challenges for community safety"

On 10-11 April 2025, the Jakub z Paradyż Academy in Gorzów Wielkopolski will host the 10th All-Poland Scientific Conference "National Security of Poland. Threats and determinants of change" entitled. "Shaping social resilience - challenges
for community safety", co-organised by the School of Vocational Training.

On behalf of our University, their lectures will be given by:

• Dr Grzegorz Zając: Contemporary political and economic determinants of state security.
• Dr Natalia Wąsik: Selected problems in the marketing of dietary supplements - considerations in the area of food safety and nutrition.
• Dr Damian Wąsik: Contemporary threats to the security of the public blood service in Poland.

Conference programme - day I

From 9.30am: Registration of participants

10.00-10.15: Opening ceremony

10.15-10.45: Inaugural lecture

10.45-12.20: Panel I - Security and social resilience: administrative, military and psychological challenges

12.20-13.35: Panel II - Energy use of waste - the key to security and sustainability
future

13.35-14.30: Lunch break

14.30-16.25: Panel III - Security and social resilience in the face of crises - lessons learned
practitioners

14.30-16.25: Panel IV - Cyber security and new technologies - challenges for infrastructure,
society and defence

16.25-16.45: Coffee break

16.45-18.20: Panel V - State security in times of geopolitical conflicts and threats
hybrid

16.45-18.20: Panel VI - Education, community and leaders - pillars of resilience and security

Conference programme - day II (online and student panels)

10.00-11.55: Panel I (online) - Contemporary military challenges and state defence

11.55-13.10: Panel II (online) - Threats and challenges posed by migration and cultural processes

13.10-14.45: Panel III (online) - Information battlefield: from manipulation to diplomacy

14.45-16.40: Panel IV (online) - Education, communication and cooperation for security

16.40: Summary of the remote part of the conference

13.30-15.00: Panel V (face-to-face students) - Legal security of Poland versus legal security of the European Union, part 1.

15.15-16.45: Panel VI (face-to-face students) - Legal security of Poland versus legal security of the European Union, part 2.

17.00-18.30: Panel VII (face-to-face students) - Legal security of Poland versus legal security of the European Union, part 3.

18.30: Closing of the conference and summary

All those interested in the topic of security are cordially invited. This is a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, learn about practical solutions and establish valuable industry contacts. The joint exchange of experience and interdisciplinary discussion are a step towards a more effective response to modern threats.

WSKZ students at the Talent Days job fair in Wroclaw!

On 27 March, students from the College of Vocational Training took part in the Talent Days - the largest job and career development fair in Poland. This unique event brought together hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of participants, offering a unique opportunity to meet potential employers, industry experts and representatives of reputable companies.

Our students actively participated in lectures, workshops i networking sessionsgaining valuable insights into career paths and the labour market. For many, it was also an opportunity to make their first professional contacts and find out about current internship and job offers.

We are convinced that the knowledge gained at our university and the information and contacts acquired during the Talent Days Job Fair will translate into the future careers of our students.

III National Scientific Conference "IN DEFENCE OF HIPOCRATES" with the participation of our lecturer

We are pleased to inform you that a representative of our University, Dr Katarzyna Kowalska, took part in the Third National Scientific Conference "IN DEFENCE OF HIPOCRATES" entitled "In defence of HIPOCRATES". "Contemporary issues in medical law".held on 18 March 2025.

During the conference, Dr Katarzyna Kowalska presented a paper entitled: "End-of-life challenges: the legal framework for home hospice activities in Poland - are de lege ferenda postulates needed?"which raises important issues related to the legal aspects of the operation of home hospices in Poland and the need for possible changes to the current legislation.

The conference was an excellent opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience in the field of medical law and to reflect on the future of the system of care for the terminally ill.

Publication of a book on property taxation by Dr Adam Rzetecki

Dr Adam Rzetecki has published a book titled 'The World's Most Beautiful. "Taxation of real estate transactions with the tax on civil law transactions. Practical commentary with jurisprudence. Examples of clauses" (2025), which is a practical commentary to the Act of 9 September 2000 on tax on civil law transactions (i.e. Journal of Laws of 2024, item 295). The item discusses in detail the events related to civil law transactions concerning real estate and property rights relating to real estate that persons acting in legal transactions may encounter.

The commentary thoroughly analyses situations occurring in practice, based on case law, positions of tax authorities and views of the doctrine. Of particular value is the analysis of the changes effective from 1 January 2024, including the introduction of an additional tax rate in the case of the purchase of more than one flat and the abolition of the PCC tax on the purchase of the first flat on the secondary market, which responds to the problems of the real estate market.

The publication is aimed at real estate professionals as well as legal practitioners such as notaries, tax advisors, lawyers and solicitors.

Dr Rafal Guzowski with an article on social protest and public investment - what themes does our lecturer's work raise?

What are the causes of social protests in the context of public investment? How can they be prevented and tensions effectively managed? A recent article answers these questions “Social Protests and Public Investment: Causes, Development and Conflict Management“, which has just been published, is authored by Dr Rafał Guzowski, lecturer at our University and programme director of the Institute of Internal Security and Criminology.

The article discusses in detail mechanisms for escalation of social conflicts - public administration and analyses the key communication failures that lead to the radicalisation of residents. The author points out that the most common reasons for public protests are a lack of transparency in investment planning, ignoring residents' concerns and insufficient public consultation.

The publication also contains discussion of several significant protests that have taken place in Poland since 2020 - inter alia. opposition to the construction of the S16 expressway in Mazury, the renovation of tenement houses in Kraków and the modernisation of the Wrocław-Wałbrzych railway line. The examples presented and discussed in depth show, how local communities effectively organise themselves to defend their interests and How the media influence conflict dynamics.

Importantly, the article not only analyses the problems, but also provides practical guidance for officials and investors on effective crisis management. The author emphasises that open dialogue, reliable information and taking into account the voice of local communities can significantly reduce the risk of escalating tensions.

The publication is a valuable resource for both public administration and anyone interested in the topic of public participation and conflict around public investment.

This article appeared in the March issue of Public Tenders.