The economics of motivation in uniform - new article under the affiliation of the School of Vocational Training

How to motivate soldiers effectively? The authors seek the answer to this question the latest scientific articlewhich has just been published by the Upper Silesian Academy Publishing House. The text, entitled. "The Importance of Economic Motivation Tools in Shaping the Attitudes of Uniformed Services Personnel Using the Example of the Army" was prepared by Ewa Chomać-Pierzecka from the Vocational Training College and Stefan Dyrka from the Wojciech Korfanty Upper Silesian Academy in Katowice.

Analysis of the incentive system in uniformed structures

Serving in structures focused on the implementation of security and defence activities requires specific competences - not only knowledge and skills, but above all commitment to the mission. This action largely depends on the level of personal motivation, which is shaped by the value system and support tools used by the organisation.

The specific nature of Armed Forces institutions shapes a unique model of organisational behaviourwhich determine the ability to perform the assigned functions. At the same time, this model determines the scope of competences to be need military services, posing specific challenges to the human resources management system.

The article therefore addresses a key issue in maintaining the organisational efficiency of the military in the modern state. The authors point to the role of the organisational culture of military formations and analyse in detail the impact of motivational tools - particularly economic ones - on the attitudes, commitment and identity of Polish Army soldiers.

The researchers attempted to assess motivational practices in the military based on the literature and the results of their own research. The aim of the study was to show how the motivational system affects the effectiveness and readiness of uniformed personnel - both individually and organisationally. We encourage you to readings:

New partnership with the Author's High School of Art - apprenticeships for future educators

We are pleased to announce that 22 May 2025 Author's High School of Art joins the ranks of schools in Lower Silesiawhich will accept future students of pedagogy as apprentices. The College of Vocational Training and Author's High School of Arts start a cooperation aimed at how to the best preparation of future educators to work with gifted young people. As Jacek Dukaj writes in his book-essay 'After Writing', published in 2019, it is art that may remain one of the last areas of authentic human expression.

The limits of resilience. Lecture by Col. Res. Dr. Samir Rawat on the psyche in the fire of extreme experiences

A unique open lecture will be held on 24 May 2025 (Saturday) at 2.15pm in Room 10 of the 5th High School. The talk entitled. "Self-Regulation in Dealing with PTSD and PTG". (Self-regulation in the context of coping with post-traumatic stress disorder and post-traumatic growth) will deliver Col. res. dr Samir Rawat - an eminent expert in military psychology, a veteran and an authority on mental toughness and leadership in extreme conditions.

An expert who knows what true resilience is

Res. Col. Dr Samir Rawat is a decorated Indian Army veteran who commanded an infantry company on the Siachen Glacier - the highest battlefield in the world. For his bravery during the Kargil conflict in 1999, he was honoured with the Presidential Medal for Valour.

He was the first psychologist ever to be referred to the prestigious National Defence Academy in India, where he spent years training future leaders of the armed forces. He holds a PhD in psychology and management, and has a graduate degree in defence and strategy, author of numerous publications and a respected speaker at international conferences. He also served as psychologist for the Indian national team at the Commonwealth Games.

Trauma, power, self-regulation - a story written by experience

During the lecture, participants will learn about the practical mechanisms of self-regulation, ways to build psychological resilience and approaches to trauma from an individual and organisational perspective.

It is a unique opportunity to meet a unique figurewhich combines scientific knowledge with real battlefield experience. You are cordially invited to attend the event!

A trace on the other side - a unique lecture on the search for missing persons and drowning victims

You are cordially invited to a lecture entitled "A trace on the other side - the role of the expert in the search for missing persons and drowning victims using the latest technology and forensic analysis".which will take place 17 May 2025 at 12.30 pm in the John Paul II Auditorium at the University of Life Sciences.

The event will be hosted by Mr. Maciej Rokus - the Warmińsko-Mazurskie Voivode's representative for safety, head of the Polish Diving Special Group and an expert witness at the Regional Court in Katowice, specialising in trial experiments to determine the causes of drowning.

Expert knowledge, real-world experience and the latest technology

During the lecture, the speaker will present a modern approach to the topic of exploration missing persons and drowning victims - not only from a technical perspective, but also from a humanitarian one. The event will enable the audience to learn about practical use of technology and methods of criminal analysis in field operations and will identify the challenges faced by experts.

The scope of our guest's speciality is:

• waterway safety (drowning, watercraft accidents, water sports accidents);
• conducting surveys in water (searches using hydro-acoustic survey equipment and divers);
• search methods;
• carrying out searches for people or corpses in water areas and areas difficult to access.

You are cordially invited to attend in this extremely interesting event on behalf of the dean's team.

Students of the University of Vocational Training rocked the Wrocław Juvenalia!

9 May students The University of Vocational Training in Wrocław let themselves be swept up in the madness of the student festival in the Osobowickie Fields in Wrocław! It was loud, colourful and joyful - Music, dancing and a great atmosphere united students from different universities in a joint celebration.

The day was the perfect opportunity to catch your breath before the intense end of termrecharge their batteries and simply have fun. Our students have shown that they can not only work hard, but also enjoy student life to the full. Thank you to everyone who was with us - It was a day that will stay with us for a long time. See you at future events!

Science in the face of conflict - 5th International Scientific and Practical Conference "Health and Society in War"

Already on 16 May 2025, the 5th International Scientific and Practical Conference "Health and Society in War" will be held.. The event will be held in an online format and provides an important international forum for analysing social and health challenges in the context of armed conflict.

The conference is organised by the School of Vocational Training in Wrocław in cooperation with the Central Ukrainian Institute of Human Development at the Ukrainian University.

Purpose and scope of the event

The conference aims to provide an interdisciplinary analysis of the the impact of war situations on society and health. The discussion will cover medical, psychological, social and administrative issues, showing the the full spectrum of the consequences of armed conflict.

Participants and representation of the University

The event will be attended by researchers and practitioners from many countries, representing renowned academia and public health and social policy institutions.

Higher School of Vocational Training in Wrocław will be represented by:

• Dr Bartosz Blaszczak - Managing Director.
• Dr Irena Malinowska - Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences.
• Dr Justyna Jasińska-Rudzka - Associate Dean for Educational Quality.
• Dr Aneta Kazanecka - Vice Dean for Student Affairs.
• Dr Wojciech Kazanecki - Chair of the Stakeholder Council.
• Dr Marika Szymanska - Director of the Institute of Management and Quality Sciences.
• Dr Natalia Najgiebauer - Programme Director of the Law, Law in Business and Administration courses.
• Dr Mariusz Michalski - Assistant Professor at the Institute of Criminology and Homeland Security.

Post-conference publication

The conference will culminate in the joint publication of a scientific monograph, featuring articles by participants on the impact of armed conflict on different areas of societies.

The authors will undertake an interdisciplinary analysis of social, health and administrative issues, demonstrating the complexity of the challenges faced by individuals and institutions under conditions of war. This monograph will become an important contribution to the development of research on the impact of armed conflict and its long-term effects on public health and the social fabric.

You are cordially invited to attend in this significant scientific event!

From Lower Silesia to Europe - students of the Academy of Vocational Training at the International Job Fair

As early as 15 May 2025, students University College of Professional Education take part in the International Job Fair "With EURES to Europe!"which will take place between 09:30 and 14:00 at Tarczynski Arena Wrocław. This is the largest recruitment event in Lower Silesia, aimed at jobseekers planning their professional development or thinking about a career abroad.

More than 100 exhibitors and first-hand practical knowledge

More than 100 exhibitors from Poland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Estonia and Slovenia are expected to attend. The event will feature presentations on apprenticeship programmes, social security schemes, career development, and franchising.

This is an excellent opportunity to find out about career opportunities at home and abroad and speak directly to representatives of companies and institutions. Students of the College of Vocational Training -. You can't miss it! You are cordially invited to attend.

Stakeholder Council of the School of Vocational Training: a shared view of the University's future

On 15 May 2025, the Stakeholder Council of the College of Vocational Education will meet. This is an important step in developing cooperation between the university and representatives of the socio-economic environment. The meeting was planned as a space for the exchange of knowledge, opinions and ways forward.

In the event programme:

• will be presented information on current studies;
• representatives of partner institutions receive data relevant to the strategic development of the university;
• participants will be invited to express their own observations and recommendations on opportunities to improve teaching and, in the longer term, research.

The College of Vocational Training has been consistently striving to. education and research activities respond to real market needs. The Stakeholder Council meeting is part of a long-term process of strengthening relationships with partners and to adapt the teaching offer to changing socio-economic challenges.

Silent destruction in the company. Does bullying block innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises?

Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the foundation of the Polish economy, having a significant contribution to GDP creation - 28.2% for micro-enterprises and 17.1% for small and medium-sized companies respectively (according to the Polish Entrepreneurship Agency report, 2024). Unfortunately, these values are lower than a year earlier, which experts explain by the effects of the pandemic and dynamic economic and technological changes.

The SME sector, despite its limited resources, plays an important role in the innovation process - as many as one third of companies with 10 to 49 employees and half of medium-sized companies (50-250 employees) are active in innovation. However, success is not determined solely by financial outlay, but also - and perhaps above all - organisational climate and psychological factors: team creativity, level of commitment, work culture and management style.

Why does the working environment matter for innovation?

As the ICAN Institute points out, companies wishing to stay in the market should take special care of three pillars: organisational culture, leadership i employee involvement. It is these elements that create the space for growth and creativity that underpin innovation in SMEs.

The problem remains the phenomenon of the so-called ''green'. quiet quitting, i.e. quiet withdrawal - employees perform only the bare minimum, forgoing commitment and initiative. According to the report State of the Global Workplace As many as 72% of employees in Europe are in the process, and 15% openly manifests a lack of motivation. In extreme cases there is a phenomenon of revenge quitting, i.e. demonstrative departures in response to toxic conditions - often being the effect of mobbing.

Bullying - a threat to stability and the development of innovation

Bullying not only lowers morale and increases staff turnoverbut can completely stifle innovation processes in an organisation. In the SME sector, where every highly qualified employee has a real impact on the development of the company, Creating a working environment based on trust and cooperation is becoming a necessity.

It was these challenges, determinants and consequences that Dr Marika Szymanska, Director of the Institute of Management and Quality Sciences, and Mehmet Omurlu, M.Sc., Programme Director of the Management and Business Psychology course at the College of Vocational Training, discussed at the online conference. "Bullying as a destructive aspect of the working environment". Experts agreed that understanding the impact of workplace atmosphere on innovation is no longer just a question of ethicsbut a real business need for the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) sector.

From the police frontline - behind the scenes of operational work and the fight against pseudo-football crime

Already on 28 May at 19:00 a unique online event will take place in as part of the "Meeting with practitioners" series. The guest speaker will be retired police sub-inspector Krzysztof Hejmowski - former head of the Department for Combating Pseudo Football Crime of the Provincial Police Headquarters in Gdansk.

This is a unique opportunity to learn about the realities of operational work in the police force and get a behind-the-scenes look at activities targeting the criminality of pseudo-fans.

Krzysztof Hejmowski - three decades of service and experience from the front line

Krzysztof Hejmowski served in the police force for more than 30 years (1994-2025). He started as a detective in the Criminal Investigation Department in Gdynia and, in time, took up the position of 1st Deputy District Police Chief in Puck. He specialised in operational activities, prosecution of criminal offenders, combating criminal terrorism and pseudo football crime.

During his career has been involved in a number of high-profile cases, such as:

•  apprehension of the person responsible for digging up human beings remains in the Tri-city;
• breaking up a group of pseudo football fans operating illegal gambling;
• double homicide investigation in Puck County;
• operational measures against so-called "stalls" and brutal hijinks.

When and where?

The event will last one hour and will be held in an online format. To join, simply follow the link: https://meet.google.com/uiy-hnnj-ggv.

Students are cordially invited those interested in security, forensics and uniformed services!