One day in Kluczbork city

The day began with a visit to the Town Hall of Kluczbork. In the beautiful council chamber of this southern Polish town, the main local authorities welcomed the participants of our Erasmus project. Jarosław Kielar and Mirosław Birecki conveyed their passion for good governance in the town and its surrounding region, particularly in the management and defense of the vital primary sector: agriculture. They also highlighted the importance of beekeeping and honey, a true badge of the city.

Our students asked insightful questions about what motivated them to manage the local res publica and inquired about the impact of migration in the region—relevant and thought-provoking issues.

After lunch, we delved into the different deities of Slavic mythology. A representative from each country explained the traits and behaviors of a mythological creature from their nation. To deepen our understanding of Slavic myths, the Polish students performed a theatrical play showing their myths’ influence on society.

The day ended with a debate on the integration of migrants into our societies. Two Ukrainian immigrants living in Poland shared their personal stories and how they adapted to the country’s customs. Then, a student from each partner country presented how multiculturalism is reflected in their school and what mechanisms exist for integrating minority communities.

Location: Kluczbork, Polonia

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