Drawing on longitudinal ethnographic observations, and on an evaluation of statistics on language provisions and self-declared language practice, we examine the role of the Polish language in shaping single transactions and durable social bonds andContinue reading

As Ukraine’s large neighbour, Poland has so far taken in the most Ukrainian refugees. A new ZOiS survey shows that many young Poles are in favour of protecting them. An overwhelming majority is, however, againstContinue reading

It has often been argued that Poland, like other Central and East European countries, lacks civil society and civic commitment. A closer look shows that while Polish activism can be hard to quantify, it takesContinue reading