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Polish Aid activities in Kenya in response to the Covid-19 pandemic
Initiatives that have been carried out for many years, now, in times of the Covid-19 pandemic, produce tangible results. Such projects are run, for instance, by the Polish Center for International Aid (PCPM) that uses Polish Aid funds to organise training sessions and ease equipment shortages for fire brigades and rescue services in Kenya.
How to improve the operation of the social service system in the Donetsk oblast?
Thanks to Polish Aid funds, assistance is provided in the form of improving the competences and skills of staff in social institutions and offering better availability of psychological support for those in need.
Polish Aid to go to Tajikistan
"It is with great pleasure and pride that I take part, as a representative of the Polish government, in the inauguration of the medical mission, commissioned by the WHO and organised by the Polish Centre for International Aid with the support of the Polish Army," said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Paweł Jabłoński, while seeing off a team of 23 doctors, nurses and paramedics of the Polish Centre for International Aid (PCPM), who are to launch their medical mission in Tajikistan.
Polish humanitarian aid for Belarus
Poland supports its neighbours again in their fight against the COVID-19 epidemic.
Poland continues its assistance for Ukraine
Closed borders, compulsory quarantine, and a locked-down economy have put on hold numerous planned development initiatives for Ukraine.
Poland helps Moldova fight COVID-19
The whole world keeps fighting COVID-19. Poland not only looks after its own citizens but also supports its neighbours and Eastern Partnership countries. The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs analyses the situation so that the support it provides is well-targeted and effective.
Poland helps make Georgian mountains safer
Despite restrictions imposed following the spread of COVID-19, Polish aid has not stopped its efforts to help establish mountain rescue structures in Georgia.
Humanitarian environment in Donbas – war, isolation, quarantine
In spite of the epidemic, Caritas Mariupol continues to operate in the buffer zone in eastern Ukraine as part of the project "Model of social services and medical care in Ukraine's Donetsk region" with the support of the Solidarity Bridge Foundation and the Foreign Ministry's Polish Aid.
Polish Aid for Belarus in the fight against COVID-19
As part of five humanitarian projects, equipment and materials for the production of masks will be purchased, as well as personal protective and medical equipment, including respirators.
Polish Aid convoy has reached Belarus
In the early hours of 24 April 2020, the first of six lorries in the convoy reached the Grodno Regional Clinical Hospital for Infectious Diseases.
Poland supports Belarus in the fight against coronavirus
A convoy transporting disinfectants (about 50 thousand litres) and antiseptics (about 30 thousand litres), over 80 thousand litres of liquids in total, 100 thousand surgical masks, as well as a thousand packs of the Arechin drug, set off on April 23rd, 2020 from Warsaw.
Polish Aid and UNICEF support Venezuelan children
The Polish government has allocated PLN 400,000 to support efforts that address the educational challenges in Venezuela.
Polish Aid supports Georgia's regions in the fight against COVID-19 virus
Poland has provided Georgian medical personnel with protective equipment against coronavirus infection.
How to prepare a successful application for the Polish Challenge Fund Call for Proposals?
Join us on April, 16th to learn how to prepare a successful application and project with high impact for the Polish Challenge Fund (PCF) Call for Proposals! We will meet online and help you succeed!
Poland's support for the public sector in Eastern Partnership and Balkan countries in the first quarter of 2020
Individually or as part of consortia with other EU member states, Polish public administration institutions are winning twinning calls, and thus disseminate the domestic systemic solutions among the EU's neighbours using the European Commission's financial instruments.
Poland allocates over PLN 1 million for cooperation with firefighters in Ukraine and Georgia
In 2020, the Main School of Fire Service supported by the Polish Aid funds carries out further projects aimed at training firefighters in Georgia and Ukraine.
Poland supports the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic
Poland has responded to the appeal of the United Nations by contributing PLN 1 million to the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA).
Polish Aid actions and World Water Day
2.2 billion people live without access to clean water. World Water Day is celebrated to highlight this problem and raise our awareness.
Polish aid improves access to fresh water and hygiene
Somalia. A humanitarian crisis has been gripping the country since 2011. People are forced to constantly move from place to place in search of water, food and safe havens. Thanks to new water intake points and an increase in the number of toilets available, it is possible to ensure proper hygiene conditions in camps for internally displaced persons.
Poles on development assistance – findings of a 2019 opinion poll
In November 2019, Kantar Polska conducted a survey titled "Poles on development assistance" which is a continuation of analyses carried out regularly in 2004-2015.
Become a NAWA scholarship holder!
The Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (Narodowa Agencja Wymiany Akademickiej – NAWA) has launched the call for applicants for two scholarship programmes addressed to citizens of developing countries: the Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme and the Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme.
We are improving medical standards – and saving children's lives in Ukraine
For years, Polish Aid has been engaged in improving access to health care for all generations in Ukraine.
Poland's assistance for Ukraine
Why do we help? Ukraine is Poland's important political, economic, and security partner. Poland and Ukraine share close social, historical, and cultural ties.
Polish Aid helps to build innovative irrigation systems in Palestine
With the help of Polish Aid funds, the Polish Center for International Aid Foundation (PCPM) has been able to extend support to the inhabitants of the West Bank.
Alumni of Polish Scholarship Programmes gather for a reunion in Kyiv
Over a hundred guests from Ukraine and Poland took part in the 13th Reunion of Alumni of Polish Scholarship Programmes. In addition to the graduates of Polish universities, the event was for the first time widely attended by representatives of Ukrainian universities and academia.
Voluntary Fire Service in the Borjomi municipality
Georgia has embarked on a path of wide-ranging reforms aimed at its gradual integration with the European Union.
Carpathian part of Ukraine aims at strategic development
On 20 October 2019, Ukraine's Council of Ministers approved the State Programme for the Development of the Ukrainian Carpathian Region for 2020-2022.
Bank cards – new tool of humanitarian aid?
Since early September 2019, Caritas Poland has been helping 82 families of Syrian refugees and 36 poorest Jordanian families using the Polish MFA's development cooperation funds.
On challenges and prospects for cluster system development in Belarus
Over a hundred people participated in an international conference titled "The development of a cluster system in Belarus - potential, challenges and prospects".
Poland supports emergency services in Palestine
With the help of Polish Aid funds, the Polish Centre for International Aid (PCPM) foundation has been carrying out a number of development projects in Palestine for nine years now.
Deputy Minister Paweł Jabłoński attends launch of 5th edition of Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme
"Good memories of the time spent in our country will encourage programme participants to become Poland's informal ambassadors," said deputy chief of Polish diplomacy during today's event.
Deputy Minister M. Przydacz attended European Investment Bank Donors Conference
The second annual conference focused on the EIB – donors cooperation aiming to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by the UN in 2015.
Participation of local residents in spatial planning of Ukrainian towns
On 21 September 2019 a training session on spatial planning was organized for the Poltava and Sumy oblasts (provinces) in Ukraine. It was titled "Research into public space. Incorporating local residents into the process of spatial planning".
Seminars on managing cluster organisations in Belarus
A series of information seminars on managing cluster organisations is taking place in Belarus. It is organized by Podlaska Regional Development Foundation (Podlaska Fundacja Rozwoju Regionalnego) as part of a three-year Polish Aid project co-financed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland.
The Moldovan search and rescue team learns UN standards
The Moldovan search and rescue team received support from its Ukrainian counterpart (heavy USAR – HUSAR Ukraine). Joint Moldovan-Ukrainian recertification exercises INSARAG were organized by iHELP Institute Foundation and took place in Kozyn near Kiev, Ukraine in early September 2019.
Polish Aid supports the Vietnamese-Polish Friendship School in Hanoi
The Hanoi-based Vietnamese-Polish Friendship School is one of few institutions in Vietnam whose name refers to the long-standing friendly relations between Poland and Vietnam.
Partnership without barriers
The cooperation between the EU and the Eastern Partnership states is founded on the promotion of European values. The removal of barriers and the social empowerment of individuals in difficult situations are the areas where Poland supports its Eastern partners by running exchange and integration programmes as well as providing special workplaces.
Why do we help? On the motives and importance of Polish development assistance
Every person who at least once in their life has put some money in the Wielka Orkiestra Świątecznej Pomocy (the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity) collection box or bought a roll for a homeless person, knows that helping others brings benefits not only to the recipient but also to the giver.
Educational Institute for Blind Children in Kibeho celebrates its 10th anniversary
Deputy Foreign Minister Marcin Przydacz visited the Educational Institute for Blind Children in Kibeho to mark its 10th anniversary.
Deputy Minister Marcin Przydacz at a seminar on business engagement in development cooperation
"In order to achieve ambitious goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we need to engage the private sector," highlighted Undersecretary of State at the MFA Marcin Przydacz opening a seminar in Warsaw on private sector involvement in development cooperation.
New Caritas integrated day-care rooms in Belarus
Investing in childcare and early education brings more benefits to the society than support offered at a later stage of development. Thanks to Polish Aid, a network of Caritas integrated day-care rooms is being created in Belarus to improve the childcare system for groups at risk of social exclusion
Opening the LibrAfrica library and educational centre thanks to volunteers
Wednesday, 21 August, has been an important date for the Ugandan community of Rugando, with an official opening of the LibrAfrica library and educational centre taking place.
The forgotten Donbass
When armed conflict broke out in Ukraine, the majority of people living near the front line areas fled for safer havens. Those who remained scrape by through a combination of their diminishing savings and part-time agriculture. Unemployment rate is soaring at 80%. The prolonged crisis means that the inhabitants stagnate, taking no attempts to improve their lot.
Poland's neigbourly support for implementation of Ukraine-EU association agreement
Despite high level of support for the EU and the European integration among Ukrainian society, the knowledge about the EU and the benefits of EU-Ukraine cooperation is not that common.
Polish experts train Ukrainian officials
As part of Poland's development cooperation, the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs supports the activities of Solidarity Fund PL and the Association of Amalgamated Territorial Hromadas in Ukraine's social policy reform.
"Summer of World Changers" in Skawina
The youngest inhabitants of Skawina are spending their holiday at a day camp under the slogan "Summer of World Changers," an educational project run by the Wyobraź sobie Foundation.
Polish female humanitarians
By decision of the United Nations, 19 August marks World Humanitarian Day, the anniversary of the tragic attack that killed Sérgio Vieira de Mello, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.
Minister Jacek Czaputowicz chaired a high-level UNSC briefing on international humanitarian law
"Since the beginning of our membership of the Council, it has been our priority to strengthen international law. It has always been of particular importance for Poland due to its difficult history," said Minister Czaputowicz during a UN Security Council briefing on international humanitarian law.
Polish Aid strengthens the skills of Georgian Voluntary Fire Service
At the end of July, Polish experts were invited to Georgia to train volunteers from Borjomi as part of a project titled "Voluntary fire service as a form of temporary crisis response".
Poland shares its experience of how to carry out local government reform with Ukraine
Poland supports Ukraine in the implementation of its local government reform in cooperation with the Foundation in Support of Local Democracy (FRDL). One of its objectives is to implement a participatory model of strategic planning in the hromadas.
Discussing ups and downs of Ukraine's decentralization reform
Meetings in Tschernowitz, Khmelnytskyi, Cherkasy and Zaporozhye in late June started the second year of efforts to support Ukraine's territorial reform. The project is run by the Education for Democracy Foundation under Poland's development cooperation.
Polish Aid supports tourism in Georgia
The number of tourists visiting Georgia is systematically growing. They are attracted to this part of the Caucasus by Georgian hospitality, delicious food and wine, beautiful mountains and marvellous nature.
Undersecretary of State Maciej Lang holds consultations in Ulaanbaatar
Deputy Minister Lang also took part in the 2019 Poland-Mongolia Business Forum, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH).
Belarusian delegation learns about Podlasie clusters
On 2-4 July 2019, a group of eighteen Belarusian delegates took part in a study visit to the Podlasie region to learn about cluster initiatives.
Daytime Center for Children with Disabilities in Tbilisi is already open!
Thanks to the involvement of Polish Aid, the disabled children of Georgia can now use the newly equipped rooms and develop under the direction of qualified therapists.
World Refugee Day
World Refugee Day has been observed on 20 June since 2001. It was established by the UN General Assembly in 2000.
Polish Aid for the Autonomous Republic of Adjara in Georgia
Polish Aid reaches the most remote parts of Georgia. In the Autonomous Republic of Adjara, by the Black Sea, projects are carried out in key areas of Polish development cooperation for Georgia. We reach groups whose participation in the social life is limited.
The first step is the most important — Polish Aid supports people with disabilities in Georgia
The DOM Foundation for Family Rehabilitation of Children with Cerebral Palsy in Opole together with the Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre in Tbilisi, run by the Camillians, and the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs are taking joint action to make life easier for children with disabilities in Georgia.
Poland initiates the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
"The right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion, which is commonly referred to as the right to freedom of religion or belief, is a universal right of every human being and the cornerstone of many other rights," Minister Jacek Czaputowicz said at the UN General Assembly session in New York.
Polish Aid helps train Kenya's firefighters
Creating and developing professional vocational training institutions for firemen is one of the most important activities in reducing disproportions in firefighting expertise among Kenya's firefighters.
15 Polish Aid volunteers to go to Africa
Fifteen volunteers from Poland will go to Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia to work on eight health care and education projects.
Deputy Foreign Minister Marcin Przydacz visits Belarus
During a visit as part of bilateral consultations with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus Oleg Kravchenko, the deputy chief of the Polish MFA discussed a number of issues related to Polish-Belarusian relations, including the development of political dialogue, the ways to boost economic cooperation, the situation of the Polish minority and Polish language teaching in Belarus.
Apply for Global Education Ideas Award!
Global Education Network Europe recognises the importance of innovation in Global Education through its Global Education Ideas Award, which is already the 3rd edition of the GENE Global Education Award. The deadline for applications: 4 June 2019.
Cooperation in the Eastern Partnership countries together with fire service units and Polish Aid
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in cooperation with state fire departments and non-governmental organizations, implements projects for the development of cooperation between firefighters as part of the Polish Aid program in the Eastern Partnership countries.
Order of Malta rescue workers train Moldova's firefighters
The two-year development project titled "Building rescue capacities of Moldova's fire service" was launched on the initiative of the Relief Service Foundation of the Polish Association of the Order of Malta and Moldova's General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations.
Opening of a new Mapera kindergarten building in Tandale
Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Africa have been running the MAPERA kindergarten in Tandale, Tanzania, for the last seven years.
Admission is open for Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme 2019/2020
The Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme supports social and economic growth of developing countries by raising the education level and improving professional skills of their citizens.
Admission is open for Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme 2019/2020
The Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme supports social and economic growth of developing countries by raising the education level and improving professional skills of their citizens.
Polish Aid fosters entrepreneurship of Belarusian women
Beautiful, colourful and high-quality handicrafts, including jewellery and home decor accessories, have been created by seventy-six Belarusian women who took part in the Activation Academy for women under the Polish Aid programme.
Polish Aid & Women Power!
In many places in the world, women and girls are more at risk of poverty and hunger than men. In developing countries they represent the majority of the unemployed, and as many as 75% of them work illegally.
Poland's involvement in the Western Balkans
Poland shows its solidarity with developing countries by undertaking actions resulting from its membership in international organisations: the EU, UN and OECD to implement sustainable development goals, as well as by implementing assistance projects for those in need.
Admission to Polish universities starts in March!
The Stefan Banach programme is part of Polish scholarship offer addressed to developing countries.
A new programme to develop tourism launched in Belarus
In Minsk, representatives of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and of the Belarusian Ministry of Sports and Tourism signed an agreement to implement a programme to develop tourism in Belarus.
Warsaw Humanitarian Expo
As part of a public-private partnership with Ptak Warsaw Expo, a fair and congress centre, and Lubawa S.A., the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is preparing Poland's first humanitarian fair in Nadarzyn near Warsaw on 11-13 June 2019.
Opening of a furniture shop in Molotkoviche
In Molotkoviche, in the Belarusian part of Polesia, there is a special school attended by over 150 disabled children.
Kenyan fire-fighters trained thanks to Polish Aid
Kenya is one of the fastest developing countries in Africa.
Belarusian students happy with Polish Aid
Middle school no. 2 in Mogilev is the only educational establishment in the Mogilev Oblast with an artistic profile.
What's next for our municipalities? Plans of changes and sharing of experiences
During a two-day forum in Lviv, participants of the project, "Decentralisation in practice – we are learning from each other," shared their experiences connected with local government reform and summed up their activities in this project.
Development of the cluster system in Belarus
Over 90 participants from all over Belarus participated in an international conference titled "Development of the cluster system in Belarus: a look into the future" in Minsk.
Solar schools in Ukraine
The second edition of the project School of Good Energy in Ukraine has ended in a great success.
Poland funded a minibus for Children's Village in Gomel
The children from the Children's Village in Gomel, a rehabilitation centre for children and youth with severe disabilities in southeast Belarus, received a minibus adapted to transporting disabled passengers. The new car improves access to therapeutic services offered by the centre, and allows the children to take part in events outside the Village. The minibus was purchased under the Polish Aid programme.
Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme inaugurates its 6th edition
"The Stefan Banach Programme is an important part of Polish scholarship offer for developing countries and one of the best-known Polish development projects in the East," the MFA's Undersecretary of State Maciej Lang said at a ceremony to inaugurate the Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme in the 2018/2019 academic year.
Fourth edition of Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme inaugurated
With several dozen scholarship holders from developing countries of Africa, Asia and South America in attendance, the University of Warsaw Library hosted the inauguration of the Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme in the 2018/2019 academic year.
Polish Aid for Syria
Since the beginning of the war in Syria, Poland has been delivering humanitarian assistance to those in need. The conflict lasting for more than seven years already, has uprooted millions of adults and children from their homes and has disrupted their future.
Polish Aid helps Georgian mountain rescuers save more lives
On 20-27 October 2018, Georgian mountain rescue teams from the Kazbegi and Svaneti regions and members of Georgian administration paid a study visit to Poland.
Polish Medical Aid
They treat people's eyes, help them overcome tropical diseases, take care for children and their mothers – Polish doctors and volunteers with the aid of non-governmental organisations and Polish public institutions help patients in those parts of the world where access to health care services is difficult. Each year they treat thousands of patients.
Overview of Polish Development Cooperation in 2017
The 2017 Polish Development Cooperation Report sums up the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' year-long activities in the area of development cooperation.
Modification of the 2016-2020 Multiannual Development Cooperation Programme
The 2016-2020 Multiannual Development Cooperation Programme presents Poland's action strategy towards developing countries.
Polish Aid helps to make it through the winter
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has partnered with the Polish Centre for International Aid (PCPM) to winterize camps of Syrian refugees.
Zakopane to host children from the Polish-Palestinian Football Academy
The Polish-Palestinian Football Academy was established in a refugee camp near Ramallah, on the territory of the Palestinian National Authority, thanks to financial support of the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and as part of the 2018 Polish Aid development cooperation programme.
Business clusters in Belarus
Belarus's six biggest cities (Hrodna, Vitebsk, Homyel, Brest, Minsk, Mogilev) are hosting a series of information meetings with Polish experts who talk to representatives of Belarusian administration and business about the potential of business clusters, which are geographic concentrations of companies from the same or similar industries.
Polish Aid supports Ukraine in combatting corruption
Ukrainian local government officials whose daily duties involve preventing corruption have come to Poland to take part in training organized as part of this year's Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration.
Polish volunteer teaches at a technical school in Tanzania
Dodoma, Tanzania, is where Damian Sosna carries out his volunteering work organised by the Salesian Missionary Voluntary Service – Youth For the World and co-funded under Polish development cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Conference on Polish development cooperation plans in Moldova
Its participants were the heads of Polish diplomatic missions in Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. The conference also brought together representatives of Solidarity Fund PL and the Ministry of Investment and Economic Development.
Podkarpacie province and Polish Aid train Ukrainian mountain rescuers
On 14 September 2018, a training programme for Ukrainian mountain rescuers was concluded in the Bieszczady Mountains with the hand-over of a quad bike and a trailer.
Polish Aid trains firefighters and rescuers in Georgia
For four years, the Main School of the Fire Service has been helping to build a new rescue structure as part of the Polish Aid programme.
Polish aid supports pre-school education reform in Georgia
Joint efforts by the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Educator Association have produced concrete results in the form of state-of-the-art classrooms and preparation of a team of instructional coaches.
A co-working centre opens in Belarus
A co-working centre has been launched during a fair of Belarusian rural enterprises taking place at the Kolodischi Business Incubator.
New cooperation agreement with International Committee of the Red Cross
Minister of Foreign Affairs Jacek Czaputowicz and President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Peter Maurer have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Humanitarian Aid Cooperation.
Lessons for the future
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 1948 recognised access to free education as the fundamental right of all children.
Improved rescue with Polish aid
22 teams made up of more than 90 trained rescuers took part in the 4th Maltese Manoeuvres of Paramedics, held in the Ukrainian city of Ivano-Frankivsk from 31 August to 2 September 2018.
Another training module launched at the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration
Well-educated officials with several years of HR experience, specifically in designing, implementing and evaluating training policies and managing professional development, have come to Warsaw to learn from the expertise of Polish civil servants.
Notice on revocation of the call for proposal
Notice on revocation of the call for proposal "Provision of own contributions to the implementation of humanitarian projects in the Middle East from sources other than the budget of the Republic of Poland in 2018"
Another edition of Belarusian handcrafts fair to start soon!
"Make Yourself at Home" is the slogan of this year's edition of the Belarusian rural enterprises fair in Kalodziščy nearby Minsk on 22-23 September.
Opening of after-school club in Minsk
On 4 September 2018, an after-school club for children was officially opened in the Christian Social Centre in Minsk thanks to Polish Aid.
Polish School of Aid-Giving
Although the right to education – regardless of one's gender, religion, origin, physical and intellectual predisposition – is guaranteed by international covenants, millions of children around the world still do not have access to education.
On 19 August, we are celebrating World Humanitarian Day
On the 15 anniversary of a terrorist attack that hit the United Nations headquarters in Baghdad, we are paying tribute to the people, who risk their lives daily to deliver humanitarian assistance to victims of armed conflicts and natural disasters around the world.
Education That Adds Value
The latest Polish Aid film dedicated to the development cooperation project implemented in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Deputy Minister Andrzej Papierz attends Foreign Affairs Council meeting with development cooperation ministers in Brussels
The future of the instruments for financing the EU's external actions was one of the main topics during today's Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels which was attended by EU development cooperation ministers.
Vocational workshop opened at young offender institution in Belarus
On Friday, 27 April, a special school in Kryvicy, around 100 km from Minsk, opened its vocational workshop. Funded by the Polish Aid programme as part of the small grants disbursed by the Polish Embassy in Minsk, the project was carried out in collaboration with the Pure Heart church charity.
Polish Medical Mission Association builds health centre in Myanmar as part of 2017 Polish Development Assistance call for proposals
A health centre capable of admitting 1,600 patients a month, medical care and free-of-charge medication to 600 children and 400 pregnant women, training for midwives and future mothers, vaccines for school children – these are the results of seven month's work of the Polish Medical Mission in Wakema Township, the Irrawaddy River delta.
Application process for 2018/2019 Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme kicks off
Students from the Eastern Partnership (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine) and Central Asian (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan) countries can now apply to the Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme.
Application process for 2018/2019 Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme kicks off
Students from 17 developing countries (Angola, Chile, Ethiopia, the Philippines, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Colombia, Mexico, Myanmar, Nigeria, Palestine, Peru, South Africa, Senegal, Tanzania, and Vietnam) can now apply to the Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme.
We help IDPs in Ukraine
Since the outbreak of armed conflict in eastern Ukraine in 2014, the MFA has assisted internally displaced persons from Donbass and the poorest communities that host them. The current measures aim at ensuring basic health, psychological and welfare care. Polish aid also funds projects to boost entrepreneurship and to find employment in the new place of residence.
Polish Aid 2015-2016 exhibition opens at AGH University in Krakow
On 18 January the Central Library of the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow hosted the opening of the Polish Aid 2015-2016 exhibition mounted by the Polish MFA.
Foreign students are offered higher scholarships in the new year
On 1 January 2018, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange raised scholarship rates for foreigners studying in Poland.
Winners announced in 4th Lens on Development 2017 photo contest by MFA and National Geographic Poland
"Held by the MFA and the world-renowned National Geographic, this contest offers insights into development issues which affect many people and societies," Deputy Foreign Minister Bartosz Cichocki said at a Lens on Development gala award ceremony.
Poland contributes 50 mln euro to EIB programme focused on countries affected with the migration crisis
Poland was the first EU country to sign the agreement with the European Investment Bank on joining the Economic Resilience Initiative (ERI).
In-kind assistance for Kurdistan
On 18-19 October 2017, the Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) started its project of distributing parcels with food and hygiene kits in Kurdistan. The aid was delivered to 1,150 families (around 6,440 people) who live in northern Iraq's Khabat District.
Open incubators for Friendship Hospital in Nghe An Province
On 24 October 2017, the equipment was officially presented to the hospital in the presence of the province's authorities, the hospital managers and the Polish Ambassador to Vietnam Barbara Szymanowska.
Tools for Development – educational trainings for Tanzanian's teachers
Tanzanian teachers from secondary and technical schools in Dodoma and Didia took part in trainings conducted in September and October 2017 within the project: "Tools for Development. Improving the quality of secondary and vocational education in Dodoma and Shinyanga regions in Tanzania through modernization and equipment of libraries and introducing training program in schools in Dodoma and Didia" implemented by Salesian Missionary Voluntary Service – Youth for the World and co-funded by the Ministry of For
Courses on social economy in Lviv
The Institute of Urban Development in Krakow in collaboration with the Institute of the City of Lviv have organised the Social Economy School, now already into its third edition, for representatives of Ukraine's non-governmental organisations, local governments, and entrepreneurs.
Polish-Georgian talks on development cooperation
"Georgia has been a priority beneficiary of Polish development assistance since 2004," said Deputy Foreign Minister Joanna Wronecka during her talks with Georgian government officials.
Mountain rescue station in Chornohora inaugurated
On 16 September 2017, the peak of Pip Ivan (2,028 m) in the Eastern Carpathians mountain range saw the inauguration of Ukraine's first high-altitude mountain rescue station.
Minister Witold Waszczykowski opens OSCE Human Dimension Implementation Meeting in Warsaw
This year's edition of the HDIM is taking place between 11 and 22 September.
Joined by a rope
In July 2017, the Polish Bieszczady Mountains became a training ground for Ukrainian mountain rescuers in rescue rope techniques.
Poland supports Syrian refugees and the local population in Jordan
Humanitarian aid has been provided to Jordan since April 2016 in cooperation with Caritas Poland and the Free-Syria Foundation. It included delivery of food and baby-care items as well as psychological assistance to Syrian refugees and vulnerable Jordanians.
Street children in Senegal: help in returning to a normal life
In the Tremplin centre in Dakar, vocational training was held for more than 100 boys, who had been living on the streets for years.
Belarus ratifies the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Ratification of the convention opens up new prospects for cooperation in the field of disabled pople's rights.
2016 training for officials from the EaP countries about to begin
This year, four training modules will be attended by over 60 officials.
Saving lives knows no boundaries - Poland supports emergency medical service in Ukraine
Polish-Ukrainian emergency medical rescuer exercise took place on 2-4 September 2016 in Berehove in Ukraine.
Building a new home: Polish aid for IDPs in Ukraine
Apart from providing immediate humanitarian relief, Poland helps Ukrainian IDPs to reintegrate with society, and stand on their own feet in their receiving communities.
Share humanity on World Humanitarian Day
In the words of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon - "World Humanitarian Day is an annual reminder of the need to act to alleviate the suffering."
Poland's foreign minister visits the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Talks on bilateral cooperation, security in the region and support for Jordan to help refugees were the main points of Minister Witold Waszczykowski's visit to Jordan.
MFA head to provide aid for refugees in Jordan
Granting aid for refugees from Syria and Iraq and showing solidarity with Jordan's citizens and authorities who receive them are the main objectives of foreign minister Witold Waszczykowski's visit to this country on Monday.
Call for proposals in the Regional Development and Protection Programme in Ethiopia
EuropeAid has launched a call for proposals in the Regional Development and Protection Programme in Ethiopia.
European Development Days 2016
On 15th and 16th June 2016 the jubilee, 10th edition of European Development Days (EDD) was held.
Prime Minister Beata Szydło represented Poland at the World Humanitarian Summit
On Monday, 23 May, Prime Minister Beata Szydło participated in the first-ever UN World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul (Turkey).
Minister Joanna Wronecka meets DAC OECD delegation
Undersecretary of State Joanna Wronecka met on April 29th the OECD's Development Assistance Committee delegation, which visited Poland to carry out the first Peer Review of Polish development cooperation system.
Communication concerning the appointment of the Development Cooperation Policy Council - II term for the years 2016-2020
Pursuant to the Development Cooperation Act of 16 September 2011 (Journal of Laws 2011, No. 234, item 1386) the Development Cooperation Policy Council functioning alongside the Minister of Foreign Affairs was appointed for its II term in the years 2016-2020.
Development projects of the government administration in 2016
Projects of government administration and its subordinate bodies recommended for implementation within the framework of the "Development cooperation plan for 2016"
Deputy minister Joanna Wronecka at a Visegrad Group meeting in Prague
On 6 April 2016 Undersecretary of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Joanna Wronecka visited Prague, where she participated in a meeting of deputy foreign ministers of the V4 countries.
Poland supports EU Trust Fund for Africa
Poland has declared to make a contribution in an amount of 1.1 million euros to the European Union Emergency Trust Fund for stability and addressing root causes of irregular migration and displaced persons in Africa.
Debate on the future of the development cooperation
Future shape of development cooperation was discussed during the conference held on 21 January at the Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw.
Public Opinion Poll 2015 - Summary
Results of the public opinion poll on Polish development cooperation conducted by the TNS Polska between 27 November - 2 December 2015 on a representative sample of 1,014 residents of Poland aged 15 and higher.
Polish aid for refugees in the Middle East
Confirmation of the very good relations between Poland and Jordan, support for the Jordanian authorities in the face of the Syrian crisis and inauguration of two projects financed under Polish development aid were the main goals of the Polish delegation's visit to the Kingdom of Jordan.
A summary of the European Year for Development
We present the summary of the European Year for Development 2015.
Publication "Polish Aid Volunteering Programme"
You could become a Polish Aid Volunteer too. This publication will show you how - in just eight simple steps. Enjoy reading!
Polish-Moldovan consultations in Warsaw
Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik welcomed a Moldovan delegation to mark the completion of the project titled "Support to public administration in Moldova in preparing a National Strategy of Moldova's Regional Development for 2016-2020".
Publication "Polish Humanitarian Aid"
Find out what is the primary purpose of humanitarian aid, who provides the support and what forms it may take. Enioy reading!
Global education at Polish aid
The publication presents some of the projects undertaken on the initiative of the MFA within the framework of global education. Enjoy reading!
Closing ceremony for the European Year for Development
The European Year for Development (EYD) is drawing to an end. On 9 December 2015 its closing ceremony was held in Luxembourg.
Twenty-five years of Centre for East European Studies
On 5th December 2015 MFA Undersecretary of State Konrad Pawlik attended the 25th anniversary event of the Centre for East European Studies. "The Centre's graduates have a chance to become leaders of change in their countries," he said on Saturday.
The results of the photo competition "Lens on development 2015"
Konrad Pawlik, Undersecretary of State at MFA, congratulated the winners, and the gala was hosted by Martyna Wojciechowska, Editor-in-Chief of National Geographic.
Third edition of the Stefan Banach Scholarship Program
The inauguration ceremony took place in Warsaw on 30 November 2015 and was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Bureau for Academic Recognition and International Exchange.
Training in the field of civil service for the Eastern Partnership countries
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in cooperation with the Chancellery of the Prime Minister of Poland and the National School of Public Administration holds an internship in the field of civil service under the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration.
Initiation of the Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme
Deputy minister Konrad Pawlik initiated the Ignacy Łukasiewicz Scholarship Programme.
VI HumanDOC International Film Festival – award gala
On 22 November 2015, the award gala of the VI HumanDOC International Film Festival "Global Development in Cinema" took place in Kinoteka movie theatre in Warsaw.
"Window to the World" in the Social Service Centre of the Ostrowiec Region in Belarus
The "Window to the World" project entailed the purchase of specialised rehabilitation equipment for disabled people and a mini production line for candle manufacturing.
New scholarship programmes for developing countries
Recruitment has now closed for new scholarship programmes addressed to citizens from developing countries, co-financed by the MFA under Polish Aid.
Polish aid in Molotkoviche
The Polish Embassy in Minsk, in cooperation with the State Educational Boarding School in Molotkoviche, is implementing a project titled "Social Inclusion of Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities – Molotkoviche in Belarus."
Poland helps the world. Development Cooperation Day
On Sunday, 27 September, Krakowskie Przedmiescie street in Warsaw changed into the Global Education Town, where its visitors had a chance to discover how Poland helps other countries.
Development Cooperation Day - Global Education Town
Why should we help those who live on the other side of the world? How does it all affect you and how can you get involved? The Global Education Town, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will try to answer these and many other questions. It will be set up on Krakowskie Przedmiescie street in Warsaw, on 27 September 2015.
Support for local government reform in Georgia
On 13 September, Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik inaugurated the third edition of local government reform training dedicated to Georgian officials. It is provided by the Polish MFA as part of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration.
Rescue structures of the Maltese Relief Service launched in Ukraine
On 5-6 September, the Ukrainian city of Ivano-Frankivsk hosted the first international manoeuvres of paramedics. It marked begining of operations of the Maltese Relief Service in Ukraine. Thanks to Polish Aid the Order of Malta provided training and equipment for 70 Ukrainian rescuers.
Development cooperation discussed at Polish Institute of Diplomacy
Presentation of the Development Co-operation Report 2015 was the chief aim of a visit to Warsaw by Erik Solheim, Chair of the Development Assistance Committee of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD DAC). The discussion of the report at the Polish Institute of Diplomacy was attended by Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik.
Meeting on Russian-language media initiatives
In the belief that every citizen should have access to reliable and objective information, representatives of thirty-five countries met in Warsaw on Thursday to discuss Russian-language media initiatives at a conference opened by the chief of Polish diplomacy Grzegorz Schetyna.
Opening of Polish Aid exhibition
"Polish Aid helps to support democracy, promote social and economic change, reduce poverty, and improve education systems," Undersecretary of State Konrad Pawlik said at the inauguration of a photo exhibition devoted to Poland's development and humanitarian assistance. The event is hosted by the Royal Łazienki Museum in Warsaw.
Undersecretary of State Konrad Pawlik visits the Middle East
Development cooperation and Middle East issues were the main themes discussed during a four-day visit paid by Undersecretary of State Konrad Pawlik to Israel and Palestine on 24-27 August.
Polish Aid 2012-2015 photography exhibition in Open-Air Gallery, Royal Łazienki Museum in Warsaw
From 2nd to 28th September the Open-Air Gallery of the Royal Łazienki Museum in Warsaw will host photography exhibition Polish Aid 2012-2015.
World Humanitarian Day 2015
The World Humanitarian Day falls on 19 August, the day when, in 2003, 22 aid workers were killed in a bombing at the UN headquarters in Baghdad.
"Bene Merito" Distinction for State Fire Service representatives
On Tuesday, 18 August, Vice Minister Konrad Pawlik presented in the MFA seat honorary distinctions for activity strengthening Poland's position on the international arena to representatives of the management of the National Headquarters of the State Fire Service.
Humanitarian Aid: awareness and attitudes. Eurobarometer survey.
We invite you to see the results of the Eurobarometer public opinion survey on humanitarian aid and civil protection.
Poland trains Ukrainian medical rescue workers
First aid training is provided to Ukrainian volunteers by instructors from the Relief Service of the Polish Association of the Order of Malta thanks to the financial support from the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Polish transformation seminar in Tbilisi
The World Bank and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland launched a knowledge sharing event in Tbilisi on 22-23 June.
Georgian, Moldovan, and Ukrainian diplomats visit Polish MFA
On Monday, Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik and Ambassador Katarzyna Skórzyńska inaugurated a training programme for diplomats from Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine. The event took place at the Polish Institute of Diplomacy.
Polish aid for Ukraine
"In response to Ukraine's appeals for help, the Polish government is sending the third transport of humanitarian aid to this country today," said Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik, transferring a Polish-German convoy of material aid to the Ukrainian side today in Kyiv.
Third transport of humanitarian aid for Ukraine
Third transport of Polish humanitarian aid for people affected by hostilities in the east of Ukraine sets off from Warsaw.
Minister Konrad Pawlik attends European Development Days
On 3-4 June 2015 in Brussels, European Development Days, a periodic international forum dedicated to development and cooperation across the world, took place.
Vice-President of the International Red Cross visits the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Vice President of the International Committee of the Red Cross met on Tuesday Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik.
Humanitarian aid for Nepal
15 tons of humanitarian aid were dispatched in five military planes from Krakow and Warsaw to Kathmandu on Saturday.
Polish rescuers provide aid in Nepal
The day after the earthquake which took place in Nepal a heavy searching and rescue team from Polish Fire Brigade HUSAR POLAND went to the scene in order to provide rescue assistance to victims.
Official Development Aid in 2014 according to the OECD data
On April 8, 2015 the OECD published on its website preliminary data on Official Development Aid (ODA) granted in the year 2014 as well as forecasts regarding following years.
Deputy Minister Konrad Pawlik visits Georgia
Preparations for the Eastern Partnership summit in Riga, the situation in Georgia and in the South Caucasus region, as well as bilateral relations between Poland and Georgia were the main topics of MFA Undersecretary of State Konrad Pawlik's talks with Georgia's Foreign Minister Tamar Beruchashvili, and Deputy State Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Archil Karaulashvili.
Meeting with representatives of Ukrainian local governments
On 23rd March 2015 a meeting in the framework of the project "Preparation of the Ukrainian local governments to implement the decentralization reforms and association with the EU" took place in the Presidential Palace.
World Water Day - 22 March
The main theme of this year's World Water Day is "Water and sustainable development".
Polish transport with humanitarian aid for Ukraine
A transport with humanitarian aid for internally displaced people (IDPs) from Eastern Ukraine departed from Warsaw to Dnepropetrovsk on Wednesday, February 18, 2015.
Department of Development Cooperation rewarded by the Minister of National Defence
The Department of Development Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs received an honorary award of the Minister of National Defense at a conference The balance of Polish presence in Afghanistan, held on 10th February 2015. On behalf of the Department the reward was received by it's Director, Mrs. Zuzanna Kierzkowska.
Development cooperation in calendars
We are happy to present two 2015 calendars with development cooperation motives.
Public Opinion Poll 2014 - Summary
According to a recent public opinion poll seventy-one percent of Polish citizens believe that Poland should support the development of less developed countries.
European Year for Development 2015 launches
On 9 January 2015, an official inauguration of European Year for Development (EYD) 2015 was held in Riga, the capital of Latvia, a country which took over the EU Council presidency on 1 January 2015.
On the 10th anniversary of tsunami, Indonesia thanks Poland for help
After the tsunami and its catastrophic consequences, Poland was one of the countries that helped Indonesia a decade ago. To mark the anniversary of these tragic events, Indonesian authorities thanked all the helper-nations for their support.
Results of evaluation 2014
A third evaluation of Polish development cooperation tasks is now complete.
High Level Meeting of OECD Development Assistance Committee
The OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) convened a High Level Meeting from 15 to 16 December in Paris.
Polish humanitarian aid reaches Ukraine
A convoy carrying humanitarian aid for refugees from eastern Ukraine reached Kharkiv on Friday. Thirty four State Fire Service lorries have delivered over 150 tonnes of the most urgent material aid, including food parcels, parcels for children and babies, hygiene items, clothes, sleeping bags for winter, beds, blankets, and heaters.
Polish Foreign Minister Schetyna and Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Zubko signed a cooperation agreement to support local government reform in Ukraine
On 17 December 2014, MFA head Grzegorz Schetyna and Gennadiy Zubko, Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Regional Development, Housing and Public Utilities, signed a cooperation agreement to support the local government reform in Ukraine.
Humanitarian aid for refugees from eastern Ukraine
Made up of 34 State Fire Service lorries, the convoy is carrying over 150 tonnes of the most urgent material aid. It was dispatched by the Polish government on 17th December 2014 in response to Ukraine authorities' appeals for support to Ukrainians who are in need and face the onset of winter.
Young Ukrainians on a visit to Poland upon recommendation of Mustafa Dzhemilev
Visits to MFA, Parliament, the European Solidarity Centre in Gdansk, as well as learning about the offer of Polish higher education institutions and visiting museums - are on the programme of the study tour to Poland, organised as part of the Lech Wałęsa Solidarity Award.
The path of Belarus to the World Trade Organisation
On 16-22 November 2014 we had the pleasure to welcome a group of twelve representatives of the Byelorussian central administration that took part in the training entitled 'Accession of Belarus to the World Trade Organisation (WTO)'.
Help for disabled people in Myanmar
On 18 November 2014, a ceremony finalizing the project "Equipment purchases for disabled people in Myanmar" took place at the Office of the Republic of Poland in Yangon.
Poland supports Georgia's and Moldova's integration with EU
A week-long training on European integration has been organised in the framework of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration. It is addressed to Georgian and Moldovan administration officials.
V HumanDOC International Film Festival
V HumanDOC International Film Festival – Global Development in Cinema will start on 7 November in Warsaw, Kraków and in Poznań
Civil service training for Eastern Partnership countries
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in cooperation with the National School of Public Administration and the Prime Minister's Chancellery, is organizing another round of trainings in the framework of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration.
Invitation to use new version of "Polish Aid" website
We encourage you to visit our webiste on regular basis.
Deputy Minister Tomasz Orłowski meets representatives of Steering Committee of Eastern Partnership Civil Society Forum
Some of the topics covered during the talks were the role played by civil society in reform processes, and the importance of a constructive dialogue between non-governmental organizations and government bodies.
Summary of development cooperation between the Institute of Erosion and Irrigation in Baku and the Institute of Technology and Life Sciences in Falenty
In early September, the Institute of Technology and Life Sciences in Falenty made a presentation in Baku's Institute of Erosion and Irrigation. The presentation summed up a series of Polish aid development projects that were implemented in Azerbaijan in 2009-2014.
The Eastern Partnership Public Administration Academy Programme launches its new edition
In 8-12 September 2014, we hosted a 16-member group from Georgia's Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure and local authorities. They took part in a training session entitled "Local Government Reform in Georgia" organized in cooperation with the National School of Public Administration.
Photo exhibition "Lens on Development"
Prize-winning photos in the competition organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are on display in Parade Square from 5 September until 6 October 2014.
World Humanitarian Day celebrated for the sixth time
World Humanitarian Day was set in order to commemorate the attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad on 19 August 2003.
Training for Armenian search and rescue team
On 20-30 June 2014 at the Fire Service College of the State Fire Service in Krakow there was a training for the representatives of the Armenian rescue service.
Conference of the Non-Governmental Organisations on United Nations' development agenda beyond 2015
On 27-29 August 2014 in New York a conference "2015 and beyond. Our action agenda" will take place.
Global education lesson in Suchedniów
On 15 July 2014 a global education lesson was held at the Society of the Friends of Children in Suchedniów, organized by the Kielce's Regional Centre of International Debate. The meeting was attended by 30 participants aged 5-13.
Informal meeting of development ministers in Florence
The informal ministerial meeting, which took place on 15th July 2014 in Florence, centred on the post-2015 development agenda issues and the role of private sector in development.
Seminar on Polish transformation experiences
At the seminar held on 26-27 June 2014, the experiences of Polish transformation and their adaptability for the present needs of the Eastern Partnership countries were discussed.
Second modification of the Development cooperation plan in 2014
At the request of the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has prepared the second modification of the Development cooperation plan in 2014.
Study visit of Moldovans in Poland
From 8th to 18th of June 2014, a delegation from Moldova visited the Pomeranian Agricultural Advisory Centre in Stare Pole. The aim of the study visit was to present good examples of self-employed forms of entrepreneurship, the forms of supporting entrepreneurship in rural areas and tasks of the institutions responsible for providing support to potential beneficiaries maintaining or starting their own business.
Poland seen through the eyes of famous photographer
Poland seen through the eyes of famous photographer – campaign launched by the MFA on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the first post-war free, pluralistic elections, 15 years of NATO membership and 10th anniversary of EU accession.
Solidarity Prize for Mustafa Dzhemilev of Ukraine
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of free Poland, the first ever international Lech Wałęsa Solidarity Prize was presented in Warsaw on 3 June. The award went to Mustafa Dzhemilev, the leader of Crimean Tatars.
Polish-Nigerian talks on democracy
"Nigeria is one of Poland's major African partners and our cooperation has been developing harmoniously," said Undersecretary of State Katarzyna Kacperczyk at a meeting with Viola Onwuliri, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Nigeria. The meeting was held in Warsaw on 23 May 2014.
Development policy prospects discussed in Brussels
The EU Foreign Affairs Council with participation of development ministers was held in Brussels on 19 May 2014. Poland was represented by Mrs Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, Undersecretary of State for Development Cooperation, Polish Diaspora and Eastern Policy in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Mustafa Dzhemilev wins first Solidarity Prize
Leader of the Crimean Tatars Mustafa Dzhemilev has won the first Solidarity Prize. President Bronisław Komorowski will award him on 3 June 2014 at Warsaw's Royal Castle.
Presentation of the booklet on EU development cooperation
Department of Development Cooperation presents European Commission booklet "The Busan Commitments. An Analysis of EU Progress and Performance." The publication was prepared on the occasion of the first High Level Meeting of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation.
The modification of Development cooperation plan in 2014
Considering the political situation in Ukraine and the necessity of allocation of additional funds for the observation mission deployed by the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), particularly relating to the presidential election in Ukraine, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs developed a modification of Development cooperation plan in 2014.
High Level Meeting on Effective Development Cooperation
Over 1 500 participants from more than 130 countries attended the first High Level Meeting of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation held in Mexico City, 15-16 April 2014.
Official Development Assistance 2013 - initial summary
On 8 April 2014, the Development Assistance Committee of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (DAC OECD) published an initial summary concerning Official Development Assistance (ODA) provided to developing countries in 2013.
Poland among leaders of expert support for Ukraine
Self-government reform in Ukraine and Poland's local administration experience dominated the agenda of a visit that a Polish delegation headed by chief of the President's Chancellery Jacek Michałowski paid to Kyiv on Monday.
Poland stands ready to support Ukrainian reforms
On Thursday, Minister Radosław Sikorski met with Ukraine's Vice Prime Minister Volodymyr Hroisman. The two officials discussed Poland's assistance for Ukraine, especially in reforming its local governments and finances, and fighting corruption.
Talks on Polish-Swedish development cooperation in Stockholm
On 14 February 2014, Deputy Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz met in Stockholm with Frank Belfrage, the State Secretary at the Swedish MFA, and Tanja Rasmusson, the State Secretary for Development at the Swedish MFA.
Undersecretary of State Pełczyńska-Nałęcz on priorities of Poland?s development policy
"We?ve never had an opportunity to host so many of our partners in development assistance like we have today," said Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, Deputy Foreign Minister, during a meeting with representatives of non-governmental agencies, think-tanks and academic centres, who participated on 11 February in a discussion addressing the issue of Polish development cooperation.
The seminar by Polish Embassy in Tbilisi
The Polish Embassy in Tbilisi, in cooperation with the European Center for Minority Issues, organized on 23 January 2014 a seminar on Polish involvement in reforms of local governments in Georgia.
Polish Aid
Inauguration of the Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme
"Besides knowledge, you will also gain friends", said MFA Undersecretary of State Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz at the inauguration of a new Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme.
Campaign "It's a matter of life and death" - continuation
The campaign strives to improve security as well as to make it possible to provide medical services in armed conflicts and other dangerous situations.
Deputy Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz visits Moldova
"After the Eastern Partnership summit in Vilnius a good time has come for Moldova to set a realistic European agenda", MFA Undersecretary of State Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz underscored during her two-day (9-10 December 2013) visit to Moldova.
Afghan crisis response service receives training in Poland
On 9 December 2013, ten representatives of the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Agency started their training in Warsaw.
International Volunteer Day 2013
On 5 December, thousands of volunteers worldwide observe the International Volunteer Day designated by the United Nations.
Best films on global development awarded
The American director Kate Ryan and her documentary Welcome to Nowhere won the Grand Prix at the 4th HumanDOC International Documentary Film Festival "Global Development in Cinema".
Polish aid reaches Timor-Leste for the first time
Thanks to Poland's development assistance, students at an orphans' school in Timor-Leste will now have access to modern computer equipment.
Eurobarometer 2013: more and more EU citizens support development aid
During the European Development Days on 26-27 November 2013 the Eurobarometer published results of a survey "EU Development Aid and the Millennium Development Goals".
Lens on Development photography contest: winners announced
"Poles have a deeply ingrained sense of solidarity with people in need", Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said when presenting awards to the laureates of the MFA photo competition "Lens on Development" - 2013 edition.
The MFA trains Moldovans in EU negotiations
The MFA conducts trainings for Moldovans in EU negotiations in the framework of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration.
Deputy Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz in Lebanon
Poland must not remain indifferent to the suffering experienced by victims of the Syria conflict - said MFA Undersecretary of State Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, who paid an official visit to Lebanon on 18-21 November 2013.
Amendment of the Development Cooperation Act
On 11 October 2013 the President of the Republic of Poland Bronisław Komorowski signed the Act on the Amendment of the Development Cooperation Act.
Polish aid supports a maternity hospital in Bethlehem
On 5 November 2013 First Lady Anna Komorowska officially presented a multifunction operating table to the "Shepherd Hospital" in Beit Sahour (Bethlehem).
A visit of Thai delegation to Poland
On 24 October 2013 a delegation of the Thailand International Development Cooperation Agency (TICA) paid a study visit to Poland.
Civil service training for Eastern Partnership countries
The Department of Development Cooperation, in cooperation with the National School of Public Administration (KSAP), has organized a civil service training on 21-25 October 2013.
Polish-American development projects discussed in Warsaw
The main subject of the discussions which took place on 25 October 2013 in Warsaw, was the November Eastern Partnership Summit and the support for joint Polish-American initiatives for the benefit of EP countries.
Polish-Swiss development cooperation discussed in Bern
Development activities in the Eastern Partnership countries, democracy support and the future shape of development cooperation were the main topics of talks.
2014 Development Cooperation Plan accepted
The Minister of Foreign Affairs has accepted the 2014 Development Cooperation Plan implemented through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland from special purpose funds allocated to development cooperation, MFA funds, and funds allocated by other ministries active in development cooperation.
Poland among members of the Development Assistance Committee
MFA statement on Poland's membership of OECD Development Assistance Committee.
Poland supports the local government reform in Georgia
Since 2006 Poland has allocated over euro 10 million to development projects in Georgia.
Video contest: Young voices against poverty
What would you change? Have your say!
Inauguration of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration
In the present year, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues to organise courses in the framework of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration (EPAPA).
Polish aid: 1.5 billion zloty for development assistance in 2012
'Polish aid amounts to 250 projects annually carried out on all continents', said Minister Radosław Sikorski presenting, with Deputy Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, the 2012 Polish Development Cooperation report on 3 October.
Special event on Millennium Development Goals during the UN General Assembly
A high-level meeting was held at the 68 session of the UN General Assembly in order to asses the achievements of the Millennium Development Goals.
Polish-Libyan cooperation for transformation
The SENSE (Strategic Economic Needs and Security Exercise) training was inaugurated in Warsaw on 23 September 2013. It is carried out by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland in the framework of Polish development aid.
Burmese Nobel prize winner on a visit to Poland
On 11-13 September 2013, Burmese political activist and Nobel peace prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi paid a visit to Poland.
Poland supports Afghan administration
Minister Bogusław Winid attended a meeting with a delegation of high level Afghan officials, among them six deputy ministers and two department directors. One of the topics discussed during the meeting was the Polish assistance in the creation of state structures in Afghanistan.
European Endowment for Democracy - application process launched
Since mid-August 2013 the European Endowment for Democracy (EED) has been accepting applications for support aiming at fostering and encouraging democratization and deep and sustainable democracy in the European Neighbourhood.
Poles teach leadership skills to Afghan vice ministers
Eight Afghan high level officials, among them six vice ministers, paid a visit to Poland to participate in a one-week leadership and public administration management course.
Haiti: A new IT classroom in a village school thanks to "Polish aid"
Owing to the financial assistance amounting to nearly USD 19.000 from the Polish development aid funds, the village school Institution of St. Michael the Archangel in the town of Casale in Haiti has received new computer equipment and Internet access.
"Lens on development" - participate in the photo contest!
If you like taking pictures and are interested in the subject of developmental aid, plus you can illustrate how education contributes towards the improvement of life, or how nature influences humans, send your work to the ?Lens on development" photo contest. Entries shall be accepted until 20th October.
Providing access to safe drinking water in the Fergana Valley in Kyrgyzstan
From 3rd to 7th June 2013 the Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz visited Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to provide political consultation and an overview of Polish Aid projects implemented in the area during her meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan Erlan Abdyldayev.
Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz visits Tajikistan
From 3rd to 8th June 2013 the Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz is visiting Kirgizstan and Tajikistan to provide political consultation and an overview of Polish Aid projects implemented in the area.
European Endowment for Democracy (EED) ready for action
The European Endowment for Democracy is ready to initiate the work on promotion of democratic processes in the European Neighbourhood countries. Its secretariat is located in former premises of the Polish Embassy in the Kingdom of Belgium.
The Stefan Banach Scholarship Scheme for students from the Eastern Partnernship
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland in cooperation with the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Poland has announced enrolment for a new scholarship scheme, which is named after an outstanding Polish mathematician – professor Stefan Banach.
Comparing Official Development Assistance levels
The OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) has published preliminary data regarding the level of assistance provided by countries with observer status in the DAC.
Analysis of Official Development Aid trends
The Directorate-General for Development and Cooperation (DG DEVCO) has published an analysis of the levels of Official Development Assistance (ODA) achieved by the individual EU Member States.
Polish aid for Afghanistan in 2012
Poland is present in Afghanistan through a variety of aid projects aimed at benefiting the country and its citizens. In 2012 these included projects of PRT Ghazni, support for Afghan administration and contributions towards multilateral funds.
Why is it worthwhile to help? Polish Development Cooperation perspectives
On 24 April 2013 the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized a public debate entitled "Why is it worthwhile to help? Development cooperation as an instrument of foreign policy". The meeting consisted of a discussion on Poland's place in the international development cooperation system.
Polish Aid in Armenia: Tourist trail from Tatev to Harjis
Polish Embassy in Yerevan carried out a project which involved marking of a tourist trail from Tatev to Harjis, village located by the Worotan river canyon in Syunik province.
Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz visits Lviv
On January 24th, 2013 Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz, Undersecretary of State in MFA visited the Lviv State University of Life Safety.
Reader's Digest European of The Year 2013 Award
Agnieszka Romaszewska-Guzy, Director of Bielsat TV was honored with the European of the Year 2013 title by European edition of the international monthly Reader's Digest. She was the first Pole to ever receive this award.
Polish development aid for Africa
Aid for East African countries will remain Poland's development aid priority - this is the key message of the visit by MFA Undersecretary of State Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz to Kenya and Rwanda on 15-18 January.
Minister Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz visits East Africa
The purpose of the visit is to evaluate the implementation and effects of Poland's Development Cooperation in these states and discuss its future perspectives.
This year's Nobel Peace Prize dedicated to children from conflict regions
On 18th December 2012 The Directorate General for Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO) announced that this year's Nobel Peace Prize for the European Union is dedicated to children in conflict regions.
Working translation of the 2013 Development Cooperation Plan
We published the working translation of the 2013 Development Cooperation Plan. We hope the document will help the preparation of projects and the establishment of lasting relations between partners.
Training for Afghan public administration officials
The "Strategic Communication in Public Administration" initiative comprised seminars at KSAP and study visits to Polish government administration bodies and media outlets, enabling the participants to test their knowledge in practice.
Tunisian Minister of Regional Development on a visit to Warsaw
On 12 November 2012, a delegation of Tunisian officials headed by the Minister of Regional Development Jamel Eddine Gharbi began an official visit to Poland.
2011 Annual Report on Poland's Development Cooperation
In 2011, Poland contributed PLN 1.2 billion to Official Development Assistance (ODA). The lion's share of that sum, PLN 978 million (79%), was allocated to multilateral assistance and PLN 261 (21%) to bilateral assistance. Development assistance expenditures accounted for 0.08% of Poland's gross national income (GNI).
Global Development in Cinema – winners announced
28 October 2012 saw the awards gala of the 3rd HumanDoc International Documentary Film Festival "Global Development in Cinema". The Grand Prix for the Best Foreign Film was funded by the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and went to Afghan Star directed by Havana Marking.
Consultations of development cooperation directors from V4 countries
On 23-24 October 2012, the Department of Development Cooperation organized consultations for development cooperation directors from the Visegrad Group countries.
Representatives of Afghan justice sector on a study visit to Poland
Eight representatives of Ghazni province branch of the Afghan Justice Ministry came to Warsaw for a seven-day study visit (22-28 October 2012).
Recognition for Polish missionaries
On 21 October, MFA Under Secretary of State Jerzy Pomianowski thanked the missionaries for their many years of work, speaking in the Cathedral Basilica in the Praga District of Warsaw on the World Mission Day.
2013 Development Cooperation Plan accepted
The Minister of Foreign Affairs has accepted the Development Cooperation Plan for 2013.
The last edition of SENSE 2012 ends
The SENSE training course (Strategic Economic Needs and Security Exercise) organized for participants from Egypt and Libya ended on 19 October, 2012 in Warsaw. It was the last edition of SENSE planed for 2012.
HumanDOC "Global Development in Cinema"
On 25-28 October, the Kinoteka movie theatre at Warsaw's Palace of Culture and Science will host the 3rd edition of the HumanDOC International Film Festival "Global Development in Cinema".
SENSE Training for the representatives of Egypt and Libya
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in cooperation with the National School of Public Administration (KSAP) organized the "Strategic Economist Needs and Security Exercise" training for civil servants from Egypt and Libya on 15-19 October 2012.
October 17th - International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed each year on October 17th. This year marks its 25th celebrations.
October 16th - World Food Day
World Food Day is celebrated each year on October 16th. This day marks the date of the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations in 1945.
Common Security and Defence Policy training course
Middle- and senior-level civil servants from the governments of Armenia (4 persons), Azerbaijan (4), Georgia (4), Moldova (6) and Ukraine (6) start their Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) training course in the framework of The Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration.
Representatives of Tunisian authorities and NGO's visit Warsaw
A visit of representatives of Tunisian administration and non-governmental organizations began on 8th October 2012.
5th Forum of Polish development co-operation
On 29 September 2012, the University of Warsaw Library hosted the Fifth Polish Development Cooperation Forum showcasing Poland's aid to developing countries. The aim of this annual MFA event was to familiarize the public with Poland's efforts to help developing countries and meet global development challenges.
Public sector finance training for Eastern Partnership officials
Poland's National School of Public Administration (KSAP) in cooperation with the MFA Development Cooperation Department is initiating a two-week training course in public sector finances carried out in the framework of the Eastern Partnership Academy of Public Administration (EPAPA) programme.
5th Forum of Polish development co-operation - programme
The Development Cooperation Department of the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has the pleasure to invite you to the Fifth Polish Development Cooperation Forum, to be held between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on 29 September 2012 (Saturday) at the Warsaw University Library, 56/66 Dobra Street.
UN Assistant Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs on a visit to Warsaw
September 10th, on the occasion of the participation in the Network on Humanitarian Action (NOHA), Mrs. Catherine Bragg, UN Assistant Secretary General for Humanitarian Affairs, Deputy Emergency Relief Coordinator, met with representatives of the Polish government.
49 participants from Myanmar attend SENSE governance training
The second edition of this year's Strategic Economic Needs and Security Exercise (SENSE) drew to a close on 7 September in Warsaw. The training was implemented in the framework of the Polish MFA's development cooperation programme.
Network on Humanitarian Action events in Poland
The Network on Humanitarian Action (NOHA) unites 9 European universities aimed at promoting humanitarian values, organizing professional trainings, as well as supporting research and reports on key humanitarian issues.
SENSE training for officials and activists from Myanmar
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in cooperation with Poland's National School of Public Administration, will conduct a SENSE training (Strategic Economic Needs and Security Exercise) for government officials, oppositionists and civil society representatives.
Policy Paper of the Notre Europe think tank
In July 2012, the Notre Europe think tank in Paris published a policy paper entitled "European Development Aid: How to be more effective without spending more?"
Declaration of the European Parliament on development education and global active citizenship
On July 5th 2012, the European Parliament has officially adopted the written declaration on development education and active global citizenship. The declaration was adopted following the initiative of MEP's Filip Kaczmarek, Maria Badia i Cutchet, Michael Gahler, Catherine Grèze and Fiona Hall.
Plenary meeting of the Working Party on Aid Effectiveness DAC OECD
On June 28-29 plenary meeting of the Working Party on Aid Effectiveness (WP-EFF) DAC OECD was held in Paris. Poland was represented by Mr Krzysztof Olendzki, Deputy Director of the Department of Development Cooperation in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
AidEx2012 – international humanitarian and development aid fair
On October 24-25 in Brussels an international fair AIdEx 2012, devoted to humanitarian and development aid, will be held together with the accompanying conference, whose goal is to discuss the topic of innovative approaches to humanitarian and development aid.
Modified 2012 Development Cooperation Plan
Pursuant to the adoption of the Multiannual Development Cooperation Programme for the years 2012 – 2015 on 20 March 2012, the MFA has prepared an update to the 2012 Development Cooperation Plan.
The list of expert institutions in the field of anticorruption activities
With the background of Polish modern history and the political transformation, Poland is eager to share its experience on anticorruption activities with other governments, governmental agencies and civil society organisations.
Selected projects 2008
The Development Cooperation Policy Council functioning alongside the Minister of Foreign Affairs was established pursuant to the Development Cooperation Act of 16 September 2011.
Medical equipment for the Vitebsk Regional Diagnostic Centre
On 8 February 2012, more than EUR 41,000 worth of medical equipment was officially handed over to the Vitebsk Regional Diagnostic Centre. The ceremony was attended by Leszek Szerepka, Poland's Ambassador to Belarus.
International Year of Sustainable Energy for All
The United Nations has declared 2012 the International Year of Sustainable Energy for All. On 8 February 2012, the European Parliament in Brussels hosted the European inauguration of the initiative. The event was attended by EU Commissioner for Development Andris Piebalgs.
Meeting with Zagranica Group
On 24 February 2012, Under-Secretary of State for development cooperation and eastern policy Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz met the Board of Zagranica Group, an association of Polish NGOs involved in international development cooperation, democracy support and humanitarian aid.
Support for Somali refugees in Kenya's Dadaab camp
Polish Centre for International Aid carried out a project in cooperation with the Polish Foundation for Somalia and the Kenyan Relief, Reconstruction and Development Organization (RRDO) – Humanitarian aid for Somali refugees suffering from famine
Poland trains the administrations of Afghanistan, Tunisia and the EP states
The third and last edition of this year's Strategic Economic Needs and Security Exercise (SENSE) training programme addressed to Afghan officials was organized in Warsaw on 4-11 December 2011
Small Grants 2012
Since the end of November 2011, Polish embassies and consulates accredited to developing countries can present their proposals for development projects (project applications) to the Department for the Implementation of Development Programmes of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
European Development Days 2011
On 15-16th December the 6th edition of the European Development Days will be held in Warsaw. Please follow the European Development Days online
Young social activists from Myanmar (Burma) in Poland
A week-long study visit to Poland by eight young social activists from Myanmar (Burma) linked to the National League for Democracy (NLD) has begun on 12 December 2011. It is organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Informal COHAFA meeting in Warsaw
On 24-25 November 2011, an informal meeting of the Council of the European Union's Working Party on Humanitarian Aid and Food Aid (COHAFA) was held in the Foksal Palace in Warsaw
22nd session of the ACP-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly
On behalf of Catherine Ashton, MFA Under-Secretary of State for Development Cooperation Krzysztof Stanowski took part in the 22nd session of the ACP-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly, held in Lomé from 21 to 23 November 2011
Visit of Under-Secretary of State Krzysztof Stanowski to Ghana
On 19-21 November 2011 Minister Stanowski paid a working visit to the Republic of Ghana. Minister Stanowski paid a visit to the Volta region, where Polish Aid projects are implemented, then he met the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Chris Kpodo
Assistance projects for Ghazni carried out as part of the Polish foreign aid programme
A meeting dedicated to the implementation of assistance projects in the Ghazni Province in Afghanistan was held on 30 November 2011 in the Operation Headquarters of the Polish Armed Forces
Government of Poland's 2010 Contribution to WFP in Afghanistan
In December 2010, the Government of Poland contributed US$ 490,800 to WFP's Protracted Relief and Recovery Operation. Thanks to this contribution, WFP was able to provide about 15,000 beneficiaries with nearly 400 metric tons of food
Prince Haakon gives a lecture at "Kapuscinski development lectures"
University of Warsaw, the European Commission and the United Nations Development Programme invite to the lecture of HRH Crown Prince Haakon of Norway on development challenges
Egyptians, Libyans and Tunisians observed Polish parliamentary elections
15-person delegation from observed parliamentary elections in Poland at the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Electoral Commission
'Lens on Development' photography contest
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland announces a photography contest about the development challenges in the world. The total prize money is more than 10 000 euro
Polish medical team in Misrata
A 6-strong Polish medical team has reached Libya today, 3 October 2011. The team will help those who suffered injuries during the many months of fighting that raged in Libya recently
EDDs - Joint communication of the European Commission and the Polish Presidency
The annual European Development days - have been launched today by the Polish Presidency, Under-Secretary of State, Krzysztof Stanowski and EU Development Commissioner, Andris Piebalgs
The newly approved Development Cooperation Act
On 16th of September the Polish Parliament approved Polish Development Cooperation Act
Photo exhibition in the European Parliament
The opening of a photo exhibition "Africa through the eyes of Polish travelers and volunteers - global education" will be held on 30 August in the European Parliament
Visit to Azerbaijan by MFA Under-Secretary of State
As part of the official visit of Polish President Bronisław Komorowski to Baku, MFA Under-Secretary of State Krzysztof Stanowski met, July 25th, with NGO representatives and holders of the L. Kirkland Scholarship from Azerbaijan
Famine disaster in the Horn of Africa
Krzysztof Stanowski, the Undersecretary of State in the MFA accompanied Kristalinia Georgieva, the EU Commissioner for International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response, on a visit to Kenya, as the Presidency representative
Draft Development Cooperation Act
On 19 July 2011, the Council of Ministers adopted the draft Development Cooperation Act
EuropeAid projects to Belarusian civil society
Following the international donors conference 'Solidarity with Belarus' European Commission has launched two local call for proposals to support Belarusian civil society
Informal meeting of EU-Ministers in charge of development
Under the Polish Presidency, an informal meeting of EU ministers in charge of development took place in Sopot on 14th-15th July
European Development Days 2011 - registration
Information on the sixth edition of the European Development Days (EDD) which will take place on 15 and 16 December 2011 in Warsaw
Democratic transition in Tunisia and Polish experiences
The Institute of Public Affairs invites for the seminar which will be held on 27th of July 2011 in Warsaw
Meeting of the Board of the Polish Know How Foundation
The revived Board of the Polish Know How Foundation for International Development Cooperation met on 27 June, 2011. The key issues discussed during the meeting included restoring the Foundation's activity and the proposal to amend its Statute, which includes changing the name to "Foundation for International Solidarity"
Memorandum of Understanding on the Development of Global Education in Poland
The Agreement was signed on May 26, 2011 between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Education and the Zagranica Group
Humanitarian aid for Libya
Pursuant to the Ordinance of the Council of Ministers of 27 April 2011, the MFA has received additional funds - amounting to PLN 1.5.m - from the budget target reserve, which have been allocated towards humanitarian aid for Libya
Agreement on Cooperation between the MFA and the Polish Radio
On 27 April 2011, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Polish Radio concluded an agreement on production co-operation in the creation of reports on Polish development cooperation projects funded by the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official visit of the representatives of Poland to Tunisia
On 28th-29th April this year President Lech Wałęsa head Polish delegation during a visit organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
"Golden OTIS 2011" for Georgians
The 6th International Confidence Award "Golden OTIS 2011" was given to the group of doctors and social workers who promote breast cancer prevention among Georgian women
Needs assessment in Tunisia
On 21-25 March 2011, a pilot mission from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs visited Tunis. The purpose of the mission was to assess the possibility of broadening development co-operation with Tunisia
United States-Poland Democracy Dialogue
On 22 March 2011, the first session of the United States-Poland Democracy Dialogue was held in Warsaw.The U.S. side was represented by Tomicah Tillemann, Senior Advisor for Civil Society and Emerging Democracies to the U.S. Secretary of State. The conference was hosted on the Polish side by Krzystof Stanowski, Under-Secretary of State, MFA Poland
The Minister of Foreign Affairs on Polish Foreign Policy for 2011
We present the fragments of the Annual Address given by Mr. Radosław Sikorski, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, on March 16, 2011, with regard to the Polish development assistance.
Conference "Solidarity with Belarus"
On 2 February Warsaw hosted the International Donors' Conference "Solidarity with Belarus".
European Development Days 2010
We invite you to watch the interview with Under-Secretary of State Mr. Krzysztof Stanowski during the European Development Days 2010 in Brussels.
Development cooperation programme 2011
We would like to present Poland's Development Co-operation Programme for 2011.
UN OCHA outreach meeting
High level representatives of donor-countries and experts are to discuss humanitarian aid during the international conference, co-organised by the Polish MFA and the UN OCHA, which is due to take place on 12 October 2010 in Warsaw.
4th Forum of Polish development co-operation
Brief summary of 4th Forum of Polish Development Co-operation which took place at Warsaw University Library on September 18.
AfryKamera 2010
On behalf of the FilmGramm foundation you are invited to the 5th Festival of African Films AfryKamera 2010.
Speech by Minister Sikorski on the MDGs
Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski headed the Polish Delegation to the 65th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York on 20-24 September 2010.
Poland's development cooperation
On May 17 Warsaw hosted a conference devoted to Poland's place in the international system of development cooperation.During the conference DAC special report on Poland was officially presented by DAC Chairman Eckhard Deutscher .
Principles of the Act on development co-operation
We would like to present key issues of principles of the Act on development co-operation
Development aid in the area of environment
Polish-German workshops were organized in Warsaw on April 12-13 2010 by the Ministry of the Environment.
Humanitarian aid to Haiti
Ministry of Foreign Affairs presents key figures on Polish humanitarian aid to Haiti.
GENE Report
On February 4 2010 the MFA and the Ministry of National Education organized the official presentation of the "National report on global education in Poland"
Centre for Blind Children in Kibeho
On September 30 Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski opened the school for blind children during the official inauguration.
3rd Forum of Polish development co-operation
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland has the pleasure to invite you to 3rd Forum of Polish development co-operation on September 19, 2009 (Saturday)
"Polish aid 2009" - statistics on proposals submittion
19th February 2009 was the deadline for applications for "Polish aid 2009". In total, 267 proposals were submitted of total value PLN 68 million.
Polish-Palestinian framework agreement on development co-operation
On 9th February 2009 during the meeting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski with the Palestinian National Authority Minister of Foreign Affairs Riad Al-Malki a framework agreement on development cooperation between the Polish and Palestinian MFA was signed.
Call for Proposals "Polish Aid Volunteering 2009"
Minister of Foreign Affairs announces the Call for Proposals: "Polish Aid Volunteering 2009". The aim is to carry out volunteering projects as specified by the "Polish aid programme 2009"
Call for Proposals "Education initiatives 2009"
Minister of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with Minister of Education announces the Call for Proposals "Education initiatives on international development co-operation 2009"
Call for Proposals "Polish aid 2009"
Minister of Foreign Affairs announces the Call for Proposals to implement activities under "Polish aid 2009"
Aid for the inhabitants of the Palestinian Authority
In connection with the dramatic humanitarian situation in Gaza, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in response to the appeal issued by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), has sent EUR 230,000 to help those who have been most harmed in the Palestinian Authority.
2nd Forum of Polish development co-operation
Come and see how Poland helps the world! On Saturday, 20 September, from 11 am to 6.30 pm at Krakowskie Przedmieście St. in Warsaw.
New logo of Polish aid programme
Please acquaint yourselves with the new Polish aid graphic sign
The results of the Call for Proposals for Polish Aid Programme 2008
Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a list of NGOs that are to receive subventions for activities in the filed of the development aid in the year 2008.
Call for Proposals of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Call for Proposals to implement activities under the Polish Aid Programme 2008.
Poland's humanitarian aid to Bangladesh
Poland backs the aid initiative for the victims of the Sidr cyclone. In the middle of November, Bangladesh suffered at the hands of cyclone 'Sidr' which caused the death of around 4 thousand people.
Presentation of the UNDP Human Development Report for 2007/2008
On November 27, 2007 at the MFA palace on Foksal Street in Warsaw, a United Nations Development Programme and Ministry of Foreign Affairs conference titled 'Fighting climate change: human solidarity in a divided world' was held pertaining to the UNDP 2007/2008 Human Development report.
Exhibition: 'Polish aid the world'
On 19 – 22 November, 2007 an exhibition titled 'Polish aid to the world' was shown at the European Parliament in Brussels. Its inauguration on Tuesday, November 20 was hosted by Mr. Mieczyslaw Janowski, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and Mr. Jan Tombinski, the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Poland to the European Union.
European Development Days 2007
From 7 to 9 November 2007, Lisbon will host the second European Development Days event.
Training for young diplomats from developing countries
Young diplomats from Eastern Europe, Africa and Asia came to Warsaw at the beginning of September 2007 in order to expand their knowledge of international co-operation, democratisation and modes of resolution of socio-economic problems.
Election observation mission in Ukraine
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland announces recruitment of candidates for short-term observers during OSCE/ODIHR election observation mission in Ukraine (September 30, 2007).
Humanitarian aid to Moldova, Peru, North Korea and China
The Minister of Foreign Affairs has decided to grant assistance to the affected population in Moldova, North Korea, Peru and China.
Polish Aid Forum 2007
Polish Aid Forum, organised by Development Co-operation Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will take place on September 22, 2007 in the main building of the National Library in Warsaw (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.).
Call for proposals of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to implement the task : humanitarian aid to Darfur
Call for Proposals to implement the programme: Humanitarian aid to Darfur
Academy of International Co-operation for Development and Democracy
Academy of International Co-operation for Development and Democracy will take place on September 17 – 20, 2007.
Polish aid for Palestinian refugees in Lebanon
On June 25, 2006 a representative of the Polish Embassy in Beirut handed over Polish humanitarian aid to United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) on behalf of the Polish government.
Development Education: trainings and a study visit
The Education for Democracy Foundation invites to take part in trainings and a study visit.
The Exhibition "Polish Aid in Focus"
The Exhibition presenting Polish foreign assistance will be shown in Warsaw University's Auditorium Maximum from 15 to 28 June 2007.
Call for Proposals – Development Education projects
The Education for Democracy Foundation announces a Call for Proposals opened for NGOs.
Declaration of co-operation between MFA and the Polish Episcopate's Commission for Missions
On June 6, 2007 a declaration of co-operation between the MFA and the Polish Episcopate's Commission for Missions was officially signed.
Development Education 2007 – Results
Results of MFA's Call for Proposals to implement the programme DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION - 2007
Results of Call for Proposals
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs that the following entities have been granted subventions to implement the project "Polish Aid - 2007".
Multi-media education materials
We are glad to present the multi-media educational material on the Millennium Development Goals - "The UN Millennium Development Goals – Get Involved".
They marched to support fight against world hunger
Walk the World March took place in Warsaw on May 13, 2007.
Invitation for Polish Embassies to submit project applications.
Directed to Polish Embassies and Consulates.
Call for Proposals: "Academy of international development co-operation and democratisation - 2007"
Open call for proposals announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland to implement the project: "Academy of international development co-operation and democratisation - 2007"
"Walk the World" March
May 13, 2007 - we have the pleasure of inviting you to participate in Walk the World March, organised for the first time in Poland as part of the UN Fight Hunger Programme.
Summary of the seminar on the role of new EU member states in European development policy
An international seminar on the role of the new EU member states in the European development policy, co-organised by the MFA and the MFA of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, took place in Warsaw on April 18 and 19, 2007.
Millennium Development Goals Exhibition in Katowice
We have the pleasure of inviting you to visit an exhibition devoted to the Millennium Development Goals at Silesian University from 23 to 28 April 2007.
Statistical Information on participation in the Call for Proposals of the Minister of Foreign Affairs - the programme Polish aid 2007.
264 project applications to implement projects within the Polish aid 2007 programme have been submitted in response to MFA's Call for Proposals.
Agreement on the creation of "Belarus" TV channel
On April 23, 2007 an agreement to create "Belarus" TV channel was signed.
International seminar
on the role of new donor countries in the European development policy. April 18 and 19, 2007 - Warsaw, Poland.
Call for Proposals: "Development education - 2007"
Open call for proposals announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland to implement the project: "Development Education – 2007"
Call for Proposals: local administration entities
Directed to local administration entities.
Governmental institutions are invited to submit applications
to implement assistance projects within the Polish aid programme
WFP lauds Poland's contribution to end world hunger
The World Food Programme (WFP) has expressed gratitude for Poland's growing engagement in the fight against world hunger and poverty.
Press Conference of the World Food Programme
March 30 at 1.30 p.m. in Warsaw University Library
Call for Proposals of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Call for Proposals to implement activities under the Polish Aid Programme 2007.
Trainings for representatives of local authorities
Representatives of local authorities are invited to participate in information and training sessions. The trainings will present implementation opportunities of assistance projects within the Polish Aid Programme for the year 2007.
Exhibition - Polish aid in focus - at the Permanent Representation of Poland to the EU
The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of all European Institutions: the European Commission , Council of the European Union as well as the European Parliament.
Humanitarian aid transfer to Lebanon
March, 7, 2007: 55 portakabins were officially donated to local authorities in Tebnine, south Lebanon.
OECD: new report on development assistance
Developed countries allotted the record amount of USD 106.8 billion to development assistance in 2005.
UN competition: We can end poverty
The United Nations invites children and youth aged 5 to 15 to participate in art competition to design a UN stamp on the theme "We can end poverty".
Exhibition "Polish Aid in Focus"
Presentation of the exhibition in the Permanent Mission of Poland to the European Union, March, 6-14 2007.
J. Stiglitz on Poles: You are rich
Joseph Stiglitz appeals to Poles to accept more responsibility for poorer countries.
Transport of humanitarian aid for the citizens of Lebanon
February 5, 2007 at 9 am from the Military Airport "Okęcie" Polish plane with humanitarian aid on board will depart to Lebanon.
Strategic Economic Needs and Security Exercise Programme
The end of the year 2006 brought the conclusion of a series of trainings which constituted a part of a SENSE Programme...
Exhibition "Polish Aid in Focus"
Presentation of the exhibition in the Warsaw School of Economics, January, 16-31 2007.
The latest public opinion poll
Three fourths of Poles think that Poland should help poor countries
Results of the call for essays
The Winners of the second edition of the call for essays of the series "Poland is a Promised land", entitled "Challenges of international co-operation for development assistance"...
Debate: How to give the world's poorest people a chance to develop?
Dilemmas and challenges of Polish development co-operation
International Human Rights Day
December 10
Donation directed toward mine clearing in Bosnia and Herzegovina
On November 30, 2006 in Sarajevo the government of the Republic of Poland handed over a donation directed toward mine clearing in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
AGFUND Prize-giving ceremony
A prize-giving ceremony of the Arab Gulf Programme for United Nations Development Organisations (AGFUND) will be held on December 12, 2006 in the PKiN Congress Hall in Warsaw.
World AIDS Day
December 1 is celebrated as the World AIDS Day.
Exhibition - Polish aid in focus
Presentation of the exhibition in the Lower Chamber of Polish Parliament, December 4-8, 2006.
Poland – Russian Federation partnership project
November 24, 2006 - an official project closing ceremony.
Word Food Programme - Polish biggest so far donation
UN Word Food Programme informed about the biggest so far donation provided by Poland and directed to the activities of the WFP undertaken in Afghanistan, Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, Georgia and Tanzania.
European Development Days Summary
The European Development Days have become a discussion forum where the participants had an opportunity to share different experiences and good practice.
Global water crisis - press conference summary
On November 9, 2006 during a press conference entitled "Global water crisis" a UNDP Human Development Report 2006 entitled "Beyond scarcity: Power, poverty and the global water crisis" was presented. The conference was officially opened by Mr. Rafał Wiśniewski Undersecretary of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Global Education Week
13-19 October, 2006
Call for essays
We kindly invite all higher education students to participate in the call for essays which constitutes a part of the series "Poland is a paradise" entitled: "Challenges of international co-operation for development assistance".
Exposition: Millennium Development Goals
Multimedia expositions and panel discussions of the series entitled "It's time to help others"...
European Development Days 2006
November 15-17 in Brussels
Press conference: Global water crisis
Presentation of the UNDP Human Development Report 2006
Call for proposals for educational materials and classes about development education
The Foundation for Education for Democracy invites to participate in a call for proposals ...
Results of the MFA call for proposals
Humanitarian aid to Lebanon
Informal Donor Co-ordination Meeting on Belarus
18 October, 2006
Results of the call for proposals
Exhibition – Millennium Development Goals
Exhibition "Polish Aid in Focus"
We invite you to visit the exhibition in the gallery of the Świętokrzyska Tube Station in Warsaw between 16 October and 15 November, 2006
Development Education Seminar - sum-up
On 3 and 4 October, 2006 the Development Co-operation Department of the MFA of the Republic of Poland organised in Warsaw a seminar on development education.
Lebanese children's visit to Poland
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland is continuing its action meant to provide aid to persons harmed in Lebanon as a result of the recent Israeli-Lebanese conflict.
Grants for development education projects
The Education for Democracy Foundation which administrates as a result of a selection procedure the funds allotted by the MFA, invites Polish NGOs to apply for subventions for projects related to development education.
Results of the call for proposals - development education
We are pleased to present results of the call for proposals organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the implementation of task DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION
Call for proposals for the implementation of a project DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION - results
Results of a call for proposals launched by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland for the implementation of a project DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION
Training on development education
We are pleased to invite for the training on development education, to be held on 3-4 October 2006 in Warsaw
Call for proposals - Humanitarian Aid for the people of Lebanon
Call for proposals of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to implement the task "Humanitarian Aid for the people of Lebanon".
Information meeting, press conference and photographic exposition
On 5 September 2006, an information meeting together with a press conference was held, dedicated to the subject of assistance for developing countries and countries undergoing transformation, provided by the government of the Republic of Poland.