The Krzyżowa Foundation for Mutual Understanding in Europe, which has been involved in activities promoting dialogue, reconciliation, and peace in Europe for many years, believes in open and responsible communication. Due to the dynamic development of digital platforms and the search for optimal channels to reach audiences, we are announcing the suspension of the Krzyżowa Foundation's presence on the X platform.
This decision stems from the desire to promote positive, reliable, and dialogue-supporting attitudes. The Krzyżowa Foundation will continue its mission on other platforms that better meet the needs of building spaces for healthy and constructive conversations, remaining faithful to its values, such as dialogue and understanding.
The Board of the Krzyżowa Foundation for Mutual Understanding in Europe
Dorota Krajdocha, Dr. habil. Robert Żurek
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It has been 1,096 days. Three years. That’s how long it has been since the start of Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine. Days and years full of evil, death, suffering, and destruction. But also full of heroism, solidarity, and loyalty to values.
Krzyżowa did not hesitate to offer help to the victims of the war. Just a few days after the outbreak, we welcomed the first refugees. Between March 2022 and January 2025, a total of 177 people found shelter with us. Some stayed for a few weeks, others for many months. Recently, the last of them left us.
We did not limit ourselves to providing shelter and food. We assisted our guests in handling bureaucratic matters, organized Polish language courses, training, and activities aimed at professional activation, as well as medical and psychological care. We helped them search for jobs and housing. For children, we created a special group in our kindergarten, took them on trips, and invited them to participate in our projects.
All of this was made possible by the immense dedication of our team, as well as the incredible support we received from our partners and friends in Poland, Germany, and other countries. We sincerely thank everyone who helped us help others. Without you, we would not have been able to do anything! We are so grateful you are here!
We received many expressions of gratitude from our guests. One of them was a Ukrainian flag with thanks and signatures from several dozen Ukrainian soldiers. Some of them may no longer be alive today...
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Join the International Youth Orchestra - Music For Future!
Are you a young musician ready to create harmony across borders?
Join talented musicians from Poland, Germany, Ukraine, and Greece for an unforgettable summer of music-making!
What awaits you:
From January 27th to February 1st, 2025, a special Polish-German youth meeting took place, with 17 participants from care and educational institutions in Świdnica (PL) and Kemberg (DE).
It was a time full of new experiences, integration, creative work, and unforgettable impressions. Creative workshops and acrobatic activities on silks allowed the participants to develop their skills, build self-confidence, and collaborate in an international team. There was also time to explore local attractions, one of which was the gold mine in Złoty Stok.
Read more: Another "Winter Adventure" is behind us.
