Poland
participants
The goal of the Polish Evening event was to promote cultural exchange and integration between international students and the local community. By combining culinary experiences, meaningful discussions, and collaborative activities, the event aimed to:
Foster Cultural Understanding: Provide an opportunity for participants to learn about Polish traditions and culture while sharing experiences across diverse backgrounds.
Build Community Connections: Strengthen bonds between international students and local residents by creating a welcoming and collaborative environment.
Raise Awareness on Social Issues: Highlight important topics such as ecology, social support, and mental health, and encourage active engagement in addressing these challenges.
Encourage Collaborative Actions: Involve participants in meaningful activities, such as preparing meals, organizing a donation drive, and sharing knowledge about social impact initiatives.
Promote Social Impact Days Goals: Integrate fun and education to inspire community-oriented actions and contribute to building a more inclusive and sustainable society.
Polish Evening as Part of Erasmus+ Social Impact Days
As part of the autumn edition of Social Impact Days (11-24 November), we organized a Polish Evening in the dormitory, aimed at fostering integration between international students and the local community. The event took place in the dormitory’s common area, where we invited not only Erasmus program students but also local residents, creating a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and connection.
Polish Evening was a culinary event where we prepared and shared traditional Polish dishes such as pierogi, bigos, and żurek. Cooking and enjoying meals together created an informal and friendly environment conducive to conversations and building relationships. Both international students and local residents participated, enabling mutual understanding and bringing different cultures closer together.
During the event, important topics related to Social Impact Days were also discussed, including ecology, social assistance, and mental health. By organizing this initiative, we aimed to combine fun with meaningful discussions on issues important to both students and the local community. We had the opportunity to talk about challenges related to environmental protection and how to maintain mental well-being, especially in the context of student life.
We also involved local residents, who participated in the preparations and shared their experiences with local aid initiatives. During the meeting, we organized a donation drive for people in need and distributed educational materials on mental health and ecological actions, encouraging participants to actively engage in helping others.
During the event international students had opportunity to learn polish words and practice their pronunciation.
Polish Evening became an example of how dormitory spaces can be used to build intercultural bridges and involve the local community in activities for the common good. Through this event, we strengthened the bonds between international students and local residents, achieving the goals of Social Impact Days in an atmosphere of collaboration, integration, and joint efforts toward a better world.
This activity is part of the project:
Inclusivity for All, Now!