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Infographic on Cognitive Actions in the Polish Edition
The translation into Polish of the infographic on the essence of cognitive actions has been completed. The infographic was authored by Sae Schatz — founder and CEO of The Knowledge Forge, co-author of the book Engines of Engagement, and former director of the Advanced Distributed Learning initiative…
III Ełk Forum for the Exchange of Student Thought
On 23 April 2026, the III Ełk Forum for the Exchange of Student Thought will take place in a hybrid format — in person at the Branch of the University of Warmia and Mazury in Ełk, and online via the MEET/BBB platform. The event is organised by…
Warsaw Security & Defence Expo – We Attended the Inauguration in Nadarzyn
On March 3, 2026, we visited Ptak Warsaw Expo in Nadarzyn, where the first edition of Warsaw Security & Defence Expo kicked off. Three halls, hundreds of exhibitors, and a wide range of specialists from different segments of the security industry — the event brought together communities…
Droniada Junior Rybnik 2026 – Drones and a Passion for Technology
Droniada Junior is an initiative that has been steadily building a community of young drone technology enthusiasts for several years now. The series has already taken on an international dimension – this year’s edition attracted entries from schools in the Vilnius District, among others. The regional tournament…
III Maltese Charity Concert
We are pleased to invite you to the third edition of the Maltese Charity Concert, which will take place on May 8, 2026, at the Anna Wasilewska Auditorium and Conference Hall at 11 Kościńskiego Street in Olsztyn. The IBIES Foundation is once again involved in organizing this…
Hero Camps 2026 – A Summer Camp That Teaches More Than You Think
When sending a child to summer camp, we mostly hope they’ll have a great time, make new friends, and come back full of energy. But what if they also had the chance to learn something that will genuinely serve them for the rest of their life? Hero…
Civil Protection and Civil Defence Workshop – February 2026
On 17 February 2026, we participated in the 15th National Practical and Technical Workshop dedicated to building civil protection and civil defence systems in Poland. The event was held online via the ClickMeeting platform and brought together specialists from across the country. The workshop was held under…
II International Scientific Conference Poland–Slovakia – Report
On February 17, 2026, the II International Scientific Conference Poland–Slovakia took place under the theme “Health as the Foundation of Sustainable Development in the European Union: Innovations, Quality of Life, and Social Challenges.” We had the pleasure of participating in this event and are happy to share…
Civil Protection and Civil Defense Workshops – January 2026
On January 13, 2026, we participated in the 14th National Practical-Technical Workshops “Civil Protection and Civil Defense – Current State and Practical Implementation Recommendations.” The event was organized in an online format on the ClickMeeting platform. Practical Implementation After One Year of the Act The event was…
Cybersecurity Management Workshops for Enterprises
The Institute for Research and Social Education Foundation (IBIES), together with the Polish Association for Security (PAS) and Garda Security Agency, organized workshops on December 15, 2025, in Olsztyn, dedicated to practical aspects of digital security management in organizations. The event addressed the growing needs of entrepreneurs…
The American STEM Education Model – Observations from I/ITSEC 2025
During this year’s I/ITSEC 2025 conference, we had the opportunity to examine not only the latest defense technologies, but also the American approach to educating youth in fields crucial to national security. We paid particular attention to programs supporting the development of STEM competencies and scholarship systems…
Review of Simulation Technologies at I/ITSEC 2025 – IBIES Observations
During our visit to the I/ITSEC 2025 conference, we had the opportunity to familiarize ourselves with a wide spectrum of simulation technologies used in military training. Below we present a review of the most interesting solutions that we tested or analyzed in detail during the three-day event….
IBIES at I/ITSEC 2025 in Orlando – A Visit to One of the World’s Largest Defense Conferences
We participated in this year’s edition of the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC 2025) – one of the world’s largest conferences dedicated to modeling, simulation, and training in defense technologies. Scale of the Event The I/ITSEC conference, organized annually in Orlando, Florida by the National…
IBIES Foundation Recognized by the NATO DEEP eAcademy
A representative of the Institute for Social Research and Education Foundation (IBIES) received an award granted by the leadership of the NATO DEEP eAcademy during the opening ceremony of the SAFE PLACE 2025 congress in Jachranka. The recognition was presented in the presence of hundreds of security…
IBIES as a Partner of the International Conference in Kyiv
The Institute for Research and Social Education Foundation (IBIES) served as a strategic foreign partner during a scientific-practical conference titled “Transformation of Professional Military Education in the Context of Challenges to National and International Security”, organised by the National Defence University of Ukraine. The November 11 event…
3rd Warmian Economic Forum of the Holy Warmia Trail
The IBIES Foundation, together with the Holy Warmia Trail, organized the Warmian Economic Forum for the third time – an event that brings together entrepreneurs, local government officials, and non-governmental organizations around regional tourism and business development in Warmia. The Idea Behind the Forum The Warmian Economic…
IBIES Co-organizes Necessary Defense Workshop
The Institute for Social Research and Education Foundation (IBIES), together with partners – the Polish Association for Security (PAS) and Shooting Adventure – conducted an educational workshop in Olsztyn dedicated to the legal and practical aspects of necessary defense. Workshop Content The workshop, which took place on…
IBIES Becomes Partner of International Conference on Distance Learning in Military Educational Institutions
The Institute for Research and Social Education Foundation (IBIES) has become a partner of the eighth edition of an international scientific conference dedicated to Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) in the military environment. The event, organized by the National Defense University of Ukraine and the Norwegian Defence University…
IBIES Co-organises Greyman Protocol Training
The Institute for Research and Social Education Foundation (IBIES) was a co-organizer of specialized training on low-profile operational techniques, together with the Polish Association for Security (PAS). Expert Workshops for Specialists The sessions were conducted by an experienced expert in the field of operational discretion tactics. Training…
IBIES Co-Organizer of Shooting Picnic for Families
The Institute for Research and Social Education Foundation (IBIES) was a partner of an outdoor sports and recreational event organized by the Polish Association for Security (PAS). The Future for Children Foundation also participated in the implementation of the initiative. The event was addressed to members of…
Cybersecurity Workshops for Children with IBIES Participation
The Institute for Research and Social Education Foundation (IBIES) co-organized an educational project concerning digital threats to the youngest technology users. The initiative was carried out by the Polish Association for Security (PAS) with substantive support from experts of the Central Bureau for Combating Cybercrime. Expert Knowledge…
How to Prepare for a Crisis? Check Out the New Safety Guide
Since August 28, 2025, every Pole has access to a comprehensive guide for preparing for crisis situations. The Safety Guide is a joint initiative of the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Administration, and the Government Security Centre. What’s Most Important in the…
“Defence and Strategy” Conference – IBiES Context
“Defence and Strategy” Conference in Brno – A Key Event for Defense Education On May 28-29, 2025, an international conference from the “Defence and Strategy” series was organized in Brno, hosted by the University of Defence in Brno. The event brought together experts from many countries who…
IBIES Foundation co-publishes the book “DEEP Dive Special Edition” – a collection of expert analyses on combating terrorism
The Institute for Social Research and Education Foundation (IBIES) proudly presents the co-publication of the book, together with the Polish Association for Security, “DEEP Dive Special Edition” – a collection of expert discussions on contemporary terrorist threats and methods of combating them. About the publication The book…
IBIES Foundation becomes partner of the Ełk Student Thought Exchange Forum
The Institute for Social Research and Education Foundation, together with the Polish Association for Security and NATO DEEP eAcademy, became a partner of the 2nd edition of the Ełk Student Thought Exchange Forum. The event supported by these three institutions emphasizes the importance of cooperation between academic…
IBIES Foundation supports Robotic Tournament 2025
On April 12, 2025, the XV edition of the International Robot Tournament – Robotic Tournament took place in Rybnik. This year’s edition brought together as many as 128 teams, 448 participants, and 501 robots from countries such as Poland, Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany, Hungary, Lithuania, Bulgaria,…
II Warmian Economic Forum of the Holy Warmia Trail
which we, as the Foundation, organize for the Lidzbark County Starost Mr. Dariusz Iskra and the Olsztyn County Starost Mr. Andrzej Abako, as well as for the Holy Warmia Route Association. For almost ten years, we have been organizing marketing and business ventures for clients from the…
II Maltese Charity Concert
This is a unique charity concert that will take place on September 8, 2024, at 5:00 PM at the Warmian-Masurian Philharmonic in Olsztyn. Together with the Polish Foundation of Knights of Malta, we have the honor of organizing this event. The proceeds from the concert will be…
I Warmian Economic Forum of the Holy Warmia Trail
The forum is organized by the District Office in Olsztyn and our Foundation. It will take place on September 5, 2023, in Sila near Olsztyn at the Marina Club hotel. It is directed to: Small, medium, and large companies from areas covered by the Holy Warmia Trail…
COPERNICUS GRAND PRIX 2023. Polish Sailing League Regatta
POLISH SAILING LEAGUE is a project of cyclical national league sailing competitions following the model of many other sports disciplines. The Sailing League consists of the Club Championships of Poland by the Polish Sailing Association, created and organized since 2015. 48 TEAMS, 3 LEAGUE LEVELS: PREMIER LEAGUE,…
