by Ernest Marczyński2025-03-18 News0 comments

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!

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by Ernest Marczyński2025-03-18 News0 comments

"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.

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by Ernest Marczyński2025-03-18 News0 comments

'Bullying as a destructive aspect of the workplace', a conference addressing key issues across all professional fields

Pressure, stress, and sometimes even open hostility-in many workplaces, bullying remains a serious problem. How can it be identified? What are its consequences? And most importantly, how can it be prevented? Experts will address these crucial questions during the conference 'Bullying as a Destructive Aspect of the Workplace'., organised by our institution. The event will take place on April 23, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It will be available online and the lectures and discussions will be conducted in both Polish and English. Who will benefit from attending? Find out!

Are you an academic teacher? Learn how to educate and respond to bullying

As a lecturer, you play a significant role in shaping the awareness of future professionals and fostering a supportive academic environment. This conference is an opportunity to expand your knowledge of bullying, its consequences, and effective responses to difficult situations. It will also allow the attendees to exchange experiences and gain diverse perspectives on how bullying manifests in an educational environment.

Do you work at a company or institution? Learn to identify and prevent bullying

Bullying can affect anyone-employees and supervisors alike-and its impact extends across entire organisations. This conference provides an opportunity to deepen your understanding of this issue, share experiences, and explore different perspectives on combating toxic workplace behaviours. Participation will help you better comprehend bullying mechanisms and develop strategies for fostering a healthy, positive work environment.

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

Whether you are studying Law, Psychology, Management, Administration, Internal Security or Pedagogy, understanding bullying's mechanisms is crucial for your future career. This conference offers a broad perspective on bullying and its consequences in different professional settings. As a future lawyer, psychologist or educator, you may encounter individuals affected by bullying who seek support-having a solid grasp of the issue will help you understand their situation better. Attending this event will prepare you for the future challenges at work and equip you with the knowledge to build healthy professional relationships.

The preliminary conference schedule

The event is designed not only for students of Management, Law, Psychology, Administration, Internal Security, and Pedagogy but also for anyone interested in understanding workplace conflicts and learning practical tools to combat destructive professional relationships.

Below you can find the preliminary conference schedule (more details coming soon):

  • 9:00-9:30 AM: Conference opening.
  • 9:30-11:00 AM: Inaugural lecture.
  • 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM: Session 1 (parallel presentations in English and Polish; up to 10 presentations, each lasting 15-20 minutes).
  • 12:45-1:00 PM: Lunch break.
  • 1:00-2:30 PM: Session 2 (parallel presentations in English and Polish; up to 10 presentations, each lasting 15-20 minutes).
  • 2:30-3:00 PM: Final conclusions and closing of the conference.

The conference has an international character and is held remotely. Alongside our faculty members, speakers from the following universities will also participate:

International University of Innovation (Kazakhstan), https://iui.kz/

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by Ernest Marczyński2025-03-18 News0 comments

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:

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by Karolina Grad2025-03-18 News0 comments

Completed workshop - creating scented candles Scent the power!

On 22 February 2025, a workshop was held Scent of Power. The event was designed for women who wanted to combine creativity with confidence-building. Participants had the opportunity to develop their manual skills, discover the power of scents and boost their self-esteem in a friendly creative atmosphere.

Purpose of the workshop

The workshop combined handicraft techniques with exercises to support self-esteem. Through practical tasks and moments of reflection, the participants were able to learn more about their strengths and realise their own capabilities.

Main assumptions

  • developing creativity through the creation of scented candles;
  • improving manual skills;
  • strengthening self-esteem and self-confidence;
  • discovering individual talents;
  • improvement of well-being and relaxation.
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Course of the workshop

The workshop began with a welcome and discussion of the objective and agenda. The first part was devoted to the creation of scented candles - the participants learned about the technique of making them and selected the ingredients themselves.

The second part consisted of self-esteem-boosting exercises. Participants took part in tasks to help them see their strengths, build confidence and see themselves from the perspective of others. The workshop ended with a summary and presentation of the candles made.

End of workshop

At the end of the workshop, the proceedings were summarised, the candles made were presented and the participants had the opportunity to share your impressions. Workshop Scent of Power not only allowed participants to explore the secrets of scented candle making, but also provided an opportunity to boost confidence and find inspiration.

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by Karolina Grad2025-03-17 News0 comments

First meeting of the Centre for Disinformation and Cyber Security Research - a new initiative of the College of Vocational Training!

On 28 February 2025, an organisational meeting of the team working on the creation of the Centre for Disinformation and Cyber Security Studies (CBDiC), a new research and teaching unit at the College of Vocational Training in Wrocław. It will aim to conduct research on disinformation and develop education in the area of information threats and security in the digital space.

Participants included:

  • Dr Irena Malinowska - Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences;
  • MA Anna Piguła - WSKZ Associate Dean for Educational Quality;
  • Przemysław Żabnicki, MA - Plenipotentiary of the Rector for relations with the social and economic environment;
  • Dr Mariusz Michalski - adjunct professor at WSKZ;
  • Marta Matuszewska - Coordinator of the WNS Dean's Office.
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The event was also attended by researchers and practitioners specialising in disinformation, information threats and cyber security issueswho jointly agreed on the main lines of action.

Objectives and scope of the Centre's activities

The Centre for Disinformation and Cyber Security Research was established in response to the Increasing risks from information and digital manipulation. Its activities will focus on:

  • development of educational programmes, which will take into account the latest disinformation threats and effective strategies to combat them;
  • implementation of learning activities focused on information manipulation mechanisms, source verification methods and the role of digital security;
  • organisation of scientific conferences and workshops dedicated to combating disinformation and enhancing cyber security competences;
  • conducting research on modern information threats and publishing their results in specialised publications;
  • raising public awareness on the impact of disinformation and digital threats on the functioning of modern societies.

New opportunities for students and the academic community

The activities of the Centre for Disinformation and Cyber Security Research will contribute to developing the competences of MCCU students in information analysis, strategic communication and digital threat identification. Our University will become a place where science meets practice and project participants will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in the rapidly developing field of information security.

spotkanie CBDiC

This initiative will not only strengthen the academic research facilities of our University, but will also create a opportunities to improve knowledge on protection against disinformation and cyber threatswhich is crucial in today's world.

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by Karolina Grad2025-03-10 News0 comments

Different faces of trauma - master class by Prof. Dr. Nina Ogińska-Bulik

Already on 29 March 2025 at 11:30 a.m. in the Auditorium of the Faculty of Law of the University of Wrocław, the first master class lecture entitled 'The first of its kind' will be held. Different faces of traumawhich will be conducted by Prof. Nina Ogińska-Bulik, PhD - a prominent specialist in the field of health and stress psychology. The event will open a series of masterclasses organised by the College of Vocational Training in Wrocław.

Trauma in the modern world - how to understand and overcome it?

War, pandemics, violence, toxic relationships, natural disasters - every day many people face experiences that can leave a mark on their psyche. Trauma has many facetsand its effects can manifest themselves years later, affecting mental and physical health. How to deal with its consequences? Is it possible to make a positive transition after a difficult experience? How to support people who have lost hope and a sense of meaning?

The answers to these questions will be provided by Prof. Nina Ogińska-Bulik, Ph. expert in the psychology of trauma and stress, author/co-author of more than 330 scientific publications including 25 monographs and books, among others. Positive effects of traumatic experiences, Two faces of trauma or Trauma in adolescents.

Highlights of the lecture

The lecture will last approximately two hours and will an excellent opportunity to gain new knowledge, inspiration and reflection on the mechanisms of coping with trauma. This event is primarily aimed at psychology students in the College of Professional Training.

Acknowledgements

Thank you Professor Ryszard Poprawawho initiated the event. His commitment and passion made it possible to organise this unique event, opening up new opportunities for students to gain knowledge.

You are cordially invited! Don't miss the opportunity to meet an outstanding expert and deepen your knowledge of trauma and its effects. See you there!

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by Karolina Grad2025-02-20 News0 comments

Changing education for the better! Find out about the decisions of the Education Quality Commission

On 10 February 2025, the next meeting of the Education Quality Committee of the College of Vocational Training in Wrocław took place. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss key issues concerning the improvement of educational standards at our University. Important decisions were made regarding:

  • appointment of a Coordinator of Scientific Disciplines;
  • introduction of rules and regulations for the Psychometric Tool Laboratory;
  • establishing the rules of procedure of the Research Ethics Committee;
  • conduct periodic evaluation of academic staff;
  • optimising the graduation process in the College of Vocational Training.

Each of these themes aims to improve the quality of education and academic processes at the University.

Diploma process - new rules and improvements

One of the key points of the meeting was the formalisation of the graduation process. The new arrangements are intended to ensure that future diplomats are able to complete this stage more efficiently and more effective support from the Coordinators.

Periodic evaluation of academic staff - ensuring the highest level of teaching

In order to ensure that students as the best quality of education, our University will implement a system of periodic evaluation of academic staff. Such action will not only allow monitoring the quality of teachingbut also to support lecturers in their professional development. The university will enable them to participate in scientific conferences - both national and international - which will further develop the academic staff.

The Commission's new findings are an important step towards raising education standards and creating an even better learning and development environment for students.

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by Karolina Grad2025-02-19 News0 comments

Students - welcome to the international congress of forensic science!

Are you interested in forensic science, forensic expertology and modern methods of fighting crime? Do you want to gain knowledge from eminent specialists and share your research with other students? Take part in the Student Scientific Conference "Forensic science and forensic expertology: current status and development perspectives", organised as part of the 21st International Congress "Forensic science and forensic expertology: science, studies, practice"!

Where and when? 

The conference will take place 18-19 September 2025 at the European Solidarity Centre in Gdansk.

The guest of honour at the conference will be Prof. Doctor Habilitated Doctor Honoris Causa multi Brunon Holyst - Consultant of the College of Vocational Training in Wrocław - outstanding expert in the field of forensic science, criminology and victimology. He gave lectures as visiting professor in many countries and is a member of numerous international scientific committees.

He has authored more than 1,250 publications, including 80 books and academic textbooks, which have been published in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Germany, Ukraine, Russia and Nigeria, among others.

Brunon Holyst is a distinguished full professor, postdoctoral fellow and honorary doctor of the University of Bialystok and Nasarawa State University in Keffi. In recognition of his achievements, Keffi University awarded him the title of honorary professor and established the Institute of European Studies named after him. In addition, he is the founder of the Polish Society of Forensic Science, Honorary President of the Polish Society of Mental Hygiene and President of the Polish Society of Suicidology. 

Participation in the conference is free of charge! The organisers do not provide accommodation or transport.

Why take part?

  • An opportunity to present the results of your own research and make scientific contacts.
  • Meeting with authorities in the field of forensic science and forensic expertise.
  • Publication of the article in a peer-reviewed post-conference monograph published by the ECS Scientific Publishing House.

Thematic scope of the conference

The detailed thematic scope covers in particular the following topics:

  • Human Rights in the Context of Crime Prevention
  • Academia, law enforcement, media and NGOs and their role in combating crime.
  • The role and importance of NGOs in the development of forensic science.
  • Perspectives on criminal profiling.
  • Forensic science in the context of the uniformed services.
  • The role of policy, theory and philosophy of forensic science in combating crime.
  • Forensic Expertise – A Bridging Discipline between Criminalistics and Other Auxiliary Disciplines
  • Contemporary Technologies and Artificial Intelligence in Criminalistics and Forensic Expertise
  • Specifics of Investigative Activities in Combating Transnational Crime
  • Visual examination, crime scene investigation and other investigative and detection activities. Problems, trends and perspectives.
  • Complementarity of the Criminal Process, Criminalistics, and Forensic Medicine in Combating Crimes Against Life and Health

How to apply?

We are waiting for applications until 30 April 2025.! A completed application form, which you will find on the website: https://studia-wroclaw.pl/wydarzenia/kongres-kryminalistyki/ (attached) should be returned in response to the organisers' email, which can be found here:

  • kongres@wskz.pl

The organisers will select topics on the basis of the submitted abstracts.

Additional information

To 15 May Qualified persons will be informed by e-mail.
Speaking time: maximum 15 minutes.

Organisers:

  • European Solidarity Centre.
  • Scientific Circle of Uniformed Services at the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń.
  • Maritime Safety Study Circle of the Naval Academy Department of Maritime Command and Operations.
  • Scientific Circle of Criminology and Forensic Science 'KryminologUS', University of Szczecin.

Don't miss the opportunity to participate in a prestigious scientific event! See you in Gdańsk!

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by Karolina Grad2025-02-17 News0 comments

10th National Academic Conference on National Security - you can't miss it!

The Higher School of Vocational Education in Wrocław, which is a co-organiser of the event, invites you to participate in the 10th National Scientific Conference "Poland's National Security. Threats and determinants of change". The event will take place on 10-11 April 2025 in Gorzów Wielkopolski and is organised in cooperation with the Faculty of Law and Security of the James of Paradyż Academy.

Topics of the conference

The programme will include topics on contemporary threats and the challenges of building social resilience and community safety, as well as:

  • identification and assessment of risks,
  • cooperation between military and civilian structures,
  • communication strategies in crisis situations,
  • safety education,
  • the role of civic self-organisation.

Patronage and organisers

The conference will be held under the patronage of Polish Society for Security Studies. Also involved in the organisation of the event are: Faculty of Security, Logistics and Management of the Military University of Technology, Polish Society of Political Science Branch in Gorzów Wielkopolski, Polish Society for European Studies Branch in Gorzów Wielkopolski, Inneko Sp. z o.o. and the International Civil Society Institute.

Submission and publication - what to do

Applications can be sent to by 30 March 2025. In order to send it correctly, you must fill in application form. The organisers envisage the possibility of publishing papers in the peer-reviewed journal 'Administration and Security Studies' and in a scientific monograph. A correctly completed application should include:

  • author details,
  • affiliations,
  • title of speech,
  • abstract (short, concise description of the content of the article up to 1,500 characters including spaces).

A handful of highlights!

Cost of attending the conference:

  • In-person participation (Day I) + online participation (Day II) - PLN 500 (includes food during the event and dinner; accommodation on your own).
  • Online participation (active, with presentation of a paper) - PLN 200.

Publication of the article
Regardless of the form of presentation, participants have the opportunity to priority for publication of your article in the journal 'Administration and Security Studies' (40 pts.), subject to a positive review. Articles will be published in the issues scheduled for 2026.

Payment
The participation fee should be paid to the following account James of Paradyż Academy (Santander Bank Polska): Account no: 13150014161214100107300000
Transfer title: Security

You are very welcome! Additional information related to the Conference can be found at: conference-bnp.ajp.edu.pl.

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