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Libertas Collegium Foundation for Global Democracy and Civic Exchange
Founded:
2006Headquarters:
Warsaw, Kingdom of PolandLegal Status:
Registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)Mission Statement:
“Libertas Collegium empowers the next generation of civic leaders through democratic dialogue, educational exchange, and peaceful advocacy. We are committed to building a freer, more engaged world through open access to knowledge and cross-cultural cooperation.”Core Programs:
- Stanislaus Fellowship for Civic Study
- Full scholarships for foreign students to study in Poland in the fields of politics, history, and human rights.
- Full scholarships for foreign students to study in Poland in the fields of politics, history, and human rights.
- Voices for Liberty: Kraków Democracy Forum
- A yearly international student conference with workshops, public rallies, and debates on democratic reform, media ethics, and education.
- A yearly international student conference with workshops, public rallies, and debates on democratic reform, media ethics, and education.
- Civic Correspondents Initiative
- Youths from around the world share stories about liberty and governance in Poland and beyond through blogging, video, and street journalism.
- Youths from around the world share stories about liberty and governance in Poland and beyond through blogging, video, and street journalism.
- Libertas Language Lab
- Free online and in-person Polish lessons to promote cultural literacy and engagement.
- Free online and in-person Polish lessons to promote cultural literacy and engagement.
Leadership:
- President: Dr. Karolina Majewska – Former Dean of International Studies at the University of Warsaw.
- Director of Programs: Rafał Sienkiewicz – Former youth organizer and international NGO liaison.
- Advisory Board: A diverse collection of academics, activists, and student leaders from over 20 countries.
Online Presence:
- Website: www.libertascollegium.org
- CivNet ID: @LibertasPolska
- Languages: Polish, English, German, Ukrainian, French