Bullying as a destructive aspect of the working environment - international conference addressing an important topic for all professional groups

Pressure, stress and sometimes open hostility - bullying is still a serious problem in many workplaces. How can it be recognised, what are its consequences and how can it be counteracted? Answers to these questions will be provided by experts who will appear at the international conference 'Bullying as a destructive aspect of the working environment' organised by the University. The event will take place 23 April 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. The conference will be available at online formand lectures and discussions will be held at the in Polish and English. Who in particular should take part? Check it out!

Are you a university teacher? Find out how to educate and respond to bullying

As a lecturer, you have a real impact on the awareness of future professionals and the atmosphere in the academic environment. The conference is an opportunity to expand your knowledge of bullying and its consequences, as well as to learn how to respond to difficult situations in teaching. It is also space to share experiences and learn about different perspectives on the phenomenon of mobbing in the educational environment.

Do you work in a company or institution? Learn to recognise and combat bullying

Bullying can affect anyone - employees and supervisors alike - and its effects have an impact on the entire organisation. The upcoming conference is an opportunity to improving knowledge of the phenomenon, share experiences and learn about different perspectives on how to counteract toxic behaviour in the professional environment. Participation in the event can help to better understand the mechanisms of bullying and ways to build healthy relationships in the workplace.

Are you a student? Prepare for the challenges of the labour market

Whether you are studying law, psychology, management, administration, internal security or pedagogy, the topic of bullying may be relevant to your future work. The conference is an opportunity to learn about the broader perspective of this phenomenon and its consequences in different professional environments. As a future lawyer, psychologist or educator, you may meet people who have experienced bullying and need support - knowing about this problem will help you to better understand their situation. Attending the event will help you prepare for challenges in the labour market and understand how to build healthy relationships in the workplace.

Framework schedule for the conference

The event is not only aimed at students of Management, Law, Psychology, Administration, Homeland Security or Pedagogy, but also at anyone who wants to better understand the mechanisms of destructive relationships in the workplace and gain practical tools to combat them.

Below is the tentative schedule for the conference (more information coming soon):

• 9.00-9.30: Opening of the conference.
• 9.30-11.00: Inaugural Lecture.
• 11.00-12.45: Session 1 (parallel speeches in English and Polish, up to 10 speeches are expected (speaking time 15-20 minutes).
• 12.45-13.00: Break.
• 13.00-14.30: Session 2 (parallel speeches in English and Polish, up to 10 speeches are expected (speaking time 15-20 minutes).
• 14.30-15.00: Summary and conclusion of the conference.

The conference has an international character and will be held in an online format. In addition to staff from the University, speakers from the following universities will be present:

• Abai Myrzakhmetov Kokshetau University (Kazakhstan) https://www.kuam.kz/;
• Abu Ali Ibn Sino Bukhara State Medical University (Uzbekistan) https://bsmi.uz/;
• International University of Innovation (Kazakhstan)  https://iui.kz/;
• Karaganda Buketov University (Kazakhstan) http://ksu.kz/;
• Peoples' Friendship University named after Academician A. Kuatbekov (Kazakhstan)  https://udn.edu.kz/;
• Public Higher Educational Establishment 'Vinnytsia Academy of Continuing Education' (Ukraine) https://academia.vinnica.ua/;
• Varna Free University 'Chernorizets Hrabar' (Bulgaria) https://www.vfu.bg/;
• Vinnytsia Mykhailo Kotsiubynskyi State Pedagogical University (Ukraine) http://vspu.edu.ua/.

Our lecturers as guests of honour at the International Scientific Seminar in Shymkent (Kazakhstan)

We are pleased to share a short report on our recent participation in a scientific event. On the 11 April We had the honour of representing our university at the International Scientific Seminar aimed at researchers, lecturers, practitioners and students.

The seminar, which lasted two days, brought together eminent scientists from across the Central Asiapresenting top-quality scientific presentations. The event was organised by our friends and long-standing partners from Akademik A. Kuatbekov People's Friendship University w Shymkent (Kazakhstan).

We have strong scientific and friendship ties with this city. We have had the opportunity to visit Simkent many times - both in person and remotely. This beautiful, sunny and hospitable city has firmly established itself on the map of our international cooperation.

We were invited as guests of honour the second day of the seminar entitled: 'Trends in education and engineering: competence, innovation and technology'. The following spoke on behalf of our university Prof. Janusz Soboń, Prof. Adam Muszyński and Dr Ruslana Selezneva.

We warmly invite all lecturers and students of our university to participate in next year's edition of this unique event.

At the scene of the crime, or how to become Sherlock Holmes? The next meeting of the series "The law on your own, or practically about the law"

Do you dream of thinking like Sherlock Holmes? It's not enough to put on a coat and take a magnifying glass in hand. You have to learn to see what is invisible to others - to analyse, associate facts and not be fooled by appearances. If you are fascinated by the world of deduction, logic and mysterious cases, the next meeting in our series will help you take the first step towards detective precision.

Expert on difficult topics - meet the presenter of the next meeting

The next webinar in the framework of the "With the law on you, or practically about the law" meetings, which will take place 15 April at 5.30pm, will lead Dr Magdalena Debita - PhD in social sciences, in the discipline of legal sciences, qualified expert and Master of Administration. Specialist in constitutional and criminal law, military law and bioethics. Member of the Interdisciplinary Medical Law Laboratory and Bioethicist, scientific supervisor of the Criminal Law Circle and scientific editor of several scientific journals.

What will you learn at the online meeting?

You are studying Law or Law in business and dream of working as a detective or are you interested in the behind-the-scenes fight against cybercrime? You should not miss it! During the webinar, we will cover topics that combine the theory of law with the practice of daily operations of services and professionals. You will find answers to questions:

• What is the career path of a detective in the police force and what requirements must be met?
• How do private investigators support companies and businesses?
• What is cyberbullying and how to respond to online identity theft?
• What action should you take if you suspect someone has impersonated your data?
• Where and how is online drug trafficking taking place - how to combat it?
• What is worth knowing about the National Cyber Security System Act?

The event will be held via Google Meet.

Conference "Our national micromania and its negative effects in the 21st century".

From March 31 to April 2, professors from the Institute of Criminology and Homeland Security participated in an inter-environmental and interdisciplinary conference organized by the Pedagogium Higher School of Social Sciences in Warsaw and Business School in Nowy Sącz - National Louis University.

The theme of the symposium was 'Our national micromania and its negative consequences in the 21st century'. The spiritus movens of the meeting was Professor Maria Szyszkowska. Proceedings chaired by Prof. R. Borkowski consisted of 25 papers and lively discussion and took place in the beautiful scenery of Nałęczów in the "Ewelina" villa.

Professor Piotr Skudrzyk delivered a paper entitled. "The danger of micromania of humanists", pointing out that the foundation of the resilience and cohesiveness of a nation is a delicate layer of culture. It is formed by the community of academic and non-academic humanists. Humanists should feel the importance of their own role and society the need to support its humanists. Professor Robert Borkowski presented a paper "Laboratory Theatre and Performatics. Grotowski appreciated and underestimated"., speaking not only about experimental theatre, but also about the influence of theatre on the development of performatics as a research perspective in the social sciences.

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.