Poland Here and Now about Polish society
lecture at the hotel
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Price: 400 zloty Only available in conjunction with a city tour.
Poland here and now varies slightly depending on who the audience is. The interests of a group of high school students are different from those of a group of adult tourists, a group of business people or a visit from politicians. I customise each session to the target audience.
I also rely heavily on questions from the participants. The best lectures have been when I haven’t said anything I’ve prepared, but only answered questions from the participants. But of course, it’s up to you.
In principle, I say the same things on a city tour and I think it helps understanding when they are said in small portions and in front of a relevant place. But I also understand that some people may prefer not to walk so far, especially in winter.
The programme contains the following elements. As mentioned, they are customised to the recipients and I guarantee that we won’t do them all. Feel free to tick off the topics that we MUST go through.
Economy – the most important subject for the last 40 years
An overview of the economic development of Poland from 1989 to the present, including GDP, inflation and unemployment. I present the average wage, low wage, high income and talk about regional differences and current unemployment. Poland’s level of prosperity compared to other European countries.
Going abroad to work – a long tradition in Poland
Staying in other countries to earn more money has been a huge thing in Poland. A brief overview of the last 30 years and a little about who is still travelling.
Going to Poland from abroad to work
Poland has received a huge number of foreigners in recent years and the labour market has absorbed them without problems. Who are they and are the new guest workers causing problems?
Wealth and differences in wealth in Poland compared to other European countries
We look at the differences and try to go a bit further than the official figures.
War in Ukraine – how does it affect the people and the state
What are the attitudes towards the war in Ukraine and the Ukrainians in Poland? What about the old wounds between the two countries?
Religion and it’s influence on Polish society
Religion in Poland. The church’s influence on people and politics. How is the Polish Pope John Paul II remembered? How does the church respond to problems. Religious education in schools.
Abortion – a clash between worldviews
The evolution of abortion legislation. How do people view abortion and what are the laws today? Will abortion be liberalised in the next few years?
Registered partnership/ same-sex marriage – maybe it is on the way
Poland is one of the few countries in the EU without a formalised same-sex partnership scheme. What happens at the present.
Gay, lesbian and transgender people – are they persecuted?
Poland is perceived as a country where people with non-heteronormative orientation have problems. Is this true?
Language – do Poles speak English?
What languages do Poles actually speak and what do young people learn at school
The legal system – complicated questions
What is the essence of the reforms and anti-reforms that have been implemented over the last 9 years, which have put Poland in the doghouse by the EU.
Should we feel sorry for Poland?
Poland is often presented as a suffering society that everyone else just wants to exploit. Is this true and do Poles still think this way?
Education in Poland – similarities & differences
How the school system and universities work. How many people get an education and what kind of education. How to finance your life while studying.
Poland and family – the basic unit in Polish society
Family is more important in Poland than in some other Western European countries, and children stay longer with their parents. Children are also children for quite a long time. What do the structures of a Polish family look like?
Poland as a social state
What is the situation today if you can’t take care of yourself. Who is helping and what has happened in recent years.
Pension schemes in Poland
How are pensions calculated, when do you get them and how much?
Health – public and private. And does it work?
How does the Polish healthcare system compare to the rest of Europe? Public and private healthcare.
East or west?
Is Poland East or West or maybe somewhere in between? And what’s the difference?
Housing – how do Poles find a place to live?
When do you get a home, what does it look like, how big is it and how do you finance it?
Write to me at m@hardenfelt.pl to arrange a lecture at Your hotel