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Pilecki Institute International Teachers and Educators Program 5th edition. Post-war decade. | Call for participants

Recruitment for the fifth edition of the Pilecki Institute International Teachers and Educators Program has begun. We invite teachers and educators from around the world to participate in the online conference. This year, we are focusing on the history of the post-war decade from 1945 to 1955.

A decade that shaped the modern world

From Stettin in the Baltic to Trieste in the Adriatic, an iron curtain has descended across the continent – March this year marks 80 years since Winston Churchill delivered his famous speech symbolizing the beginning of the Cold War. The post-war decade was a time of the reconstruction of destroyed countries, but also of growing rivalry between the Eastern and Western blocs. It was a period when a new international order was shaped, European integration and NATO were born, and Central and Eastern European countries were subjected to Sovietisation. It was also the beginning of decolonization processes and profound social change. The decisions made in the post-war decade have largely shaped the modern world and influenced its borders, alliances, and tensions. The consequences of the events of 1945–1955 are still felt today. The conference will take as its starting point the fascinating history of Poland and its experience in confronting both German Nazism and Soviet communism.

What topics will we explore?

  • difficult homecomings of soldiers and civilians
  • trials against war criminals
  • beginning of the Cold War
  • impact of the post-war period on today’s societies

What can you expect?

  • lectures by outstanding historians
  • workshops with practitioners enhancing your teaching methods
  • discussion sessions within a group of experienced teachers and educators
  • network of professionals from across the globe

About the Program

The Pilecki Institute International Teachers and Educators Program is an intensive three days of online lectures, workshops, and panel discussions. It is a space for teachers and educators from around the world to exchange knowledge, experiences, inspiration, and best practices.

The aim of the Program is to build an international community of committed tutors who want to develop a modern approach to teaching 20th-century history. After the conference, we will invite participants to take part in a series of online seminars and networking meetings.

This year marks the fifth edition of the Program. In 2022, we met in person with participants from editions 1–3 during a study visit to Poland and a three-day conference in the center of Warsaw. 

To date, teachers and educators from 32 countries have participated in the program. Join the list of Pilecki Institute ITEP alumni and become a member of the network!

Hear about participants' experiences in 2022.

Who can apply?

  • teachers who tutor subjects such as history, literature, civic education, ethics and other relevant areas
  • educators working with young people in museums and at memorial sites

How to apply?

Application deadline: 31 March 2026

We will notify you of your acceptance into the Program by 2 April 2026.

Participation in the Program is free of charge.

Participants will be able to receive a conference certificate provided they attend at least 75% of the classes.

The schedule of workshops will be available soon.

Do you have any questions? Contact us at: edu@instytutpileckiego.pl

 

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