“POLE AND LITHUANIAN -
BROTHERHOOD OVER DIVISIONS"
The project of APURE THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE REGIONS under the name POLE AND LITWIN BROTHERS OVER DIVISIONS was financed under the Polish-Lithuanian Youth Exchange Fund. The project was carried out from 15-21.10.2018 in Poland. Participants were young people from APURE – the Association for Development of Regions, Poland and Kurybines ateities idejos, Lithuania. The aim of the project was to establish and strengthen intercultural dialogue, deepen mutual understanding, learned about the history and cultural heritage of both nations, overcome prejudices and stereotypes in the perception of common history and contemporary relationships, overcome barriers and stereotypes by building attitudes and tolerance among young people and seek what unites our countries. Young people talked about a common cultural and historical heritage, especially in the context of the hundredth anniversary of regaining independence, the chances of strengthening mutual relations as well as the difficulties encountered and the ways of solving them. An important element was visiting memorial sites, presenting national culture, strengthening integration and acceptance of participants through integration and animation activities.
Report from the course of the project:
Poland and Lithuania – a common past, a shared future
The statement "Pole – Hungary, two nephews" for most of us seems obvious. But did we suppose that we could say the same about relations with our neighbors from the Northeast? The historical connections between Poland and Lithuania have not always been easy, but thanks to the student exchange "Pole and Lithuanian brotherhood over divisions", future relations look very promising.
The project, implemented by Apure Association for the Development of Regions, financed under the Polish-Lithuanian Youth Exchange Fund, was attended by students from Sucha Beskidzka. They not only coordinated the course of the exchange but also actively worked for closer relations between nations. They accompanied their colleagues from Lithuania during workshops and lectures, and also took part in a rich additional program. Together with partners from abroad, the students of APURE took part in a trip to Krakow and Wadowice, where they introduced Lithuanians to Polish history and culture. There was also a common feast and tasting of national dishes, as well as discussions about Adam Mickiewicz, which he appreciates both Poland and Lithuania. I am very happy that I was able to take part in the exchange - says Eliza, a student of WSTiE, who coordinated the whole undertaking. It was a week full of impressions and knowledge for me. We have not only taken an important step on the road to building a bridge between nations, but we have also developed many skills. I had the opportunity to meet interesting people, I trained my language, I got to know a different culture. I am sure that all this will bear fruit in the future.
During the exchange, the theme of the 100th anniversary of Poland's regaining independence was raised and guests from Lithuania were invited to celebrate together. On this occasion, a beautiful reading competition was organized - for Poles in Lithuanian, and for Lithuanians in Polish. Celebrations were accompanied by dance workshops and fraternal selfie in mixed couples. We wanted the guests to look at Poland and Polish freedom differently than their grandparents and great-grandparents" adds Eliza. What used to divide us in the past can connect us today. We are proud and very happy that we could have a small share in it.
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