Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz invites scholars, researchers, academic teachers, practitioners and international partners to participate in the 2nd International ETAT Conference: Europe Today and Tomorrow.
The conference creates a platform for interdisciplinary academic dialogue on the key challenges and opportunities facing Europe today and tomorrow. It is addressed to representatives of social sciences and humanities, as well as to people interested in sustainable solutions for economic, social, environmental and cultural development.
The event supports international academic cooperation, exchange of research results and discussion on the future of Europe from different scientific, institutional and practical perspectives.
Conference details
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Event name | 2nd International ETAT Conference: Europe Today and Tomorrow |
| Main theme | Sustainable Economy, Society, Environment and Culture |
| Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Host institution | Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz |
| Venue | ul. Toruńska 55-57, 85-023 Bydgoszcz, Poland |
| Conference language | English |
| Participation fee | Free of charge |
Organizer and co-organizers
The conference is organised with the involvement of academic institutions from several European countries. The cooperation between partner institutions strengthens academic exchange, international networking and joint reflection on the social, economic, environmental and cultural development of Europe.
Conference programme
The conference programme includes participant registration, the official opening, a plenary session, a coffee break and thematic panel sessions. Participants can also download the official conference programme and the Book of Abstracts.
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Event agenda
| Time | Part of the conference |
|---|---|
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Registration of participants |
| 11:00 – 12:30 | Opening and Plenary Session |
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Coffee Break |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | Panel Sessions |
The plenary session and panel sessions bring together participants from partner universities and invited institutions. The programme includes both on-site and online presentations, allowing broader international participation.
Conference panels
Panel 1: Sustainable Economy, Society and Environment in Europe
This panel addresses the interconnected economic, social and environmental dimensions of contemporary Europe. It invites contributions that explore how sustainable development strategies, public policies, innovation and social responsibility shape European societies and economies.
The panel welcomes theoretical, empirical and policy-oriented research focused on economic transformation, social resilience, environmental challenges, responsible governance and development strategies in the European and global context.
Topics discussed within this panel include sustainability reporting, ESG disclosure, digital transformation, climate and social resilience, public and non-governmental cooperation, greenwashing, innovation systems, tourism development, labour market challenges and sustainable regional development.
Panel 2: Culture, Language and Communication in Contemporary Europe
This panel focuses on cultural, linguistic and communication perspectives on Europe today and tomorrow. It brings together research in cultural studies, communication, media, language studies, English studies and philology.
Contributions may examine cultural identity, intercultural communication, multilingualism, discourse, literature, translation, language education, social integration and the role of communication in strengthening social cohesion and European values.
The panel also includes topics related to Erasmus+ mobility, intercultural learning, inclusive education, artificial intelligence in language teaching and multilingualism in English-medium educational contexts.
Book of Abstracts
The ETAT II Book of Abstracts was prepared on the basis of submitted conference registration forms. It includes presentation abstracts grouped into two thematic panels.
According to the Book of Abstracts, the publication contains abstracts related to sustainable development, economy, society, environment, culture, language and communication. The event combines online and on-site participation, reflecting the international and hybrid character of the conference.
The Book of Abstracts includes papers such as:
- The Issue of Greenwashing versus Genuine Commitment: Reality or Marketing?
- Creativity-Supporting Practices in Tourism: Cross-Country Differences between Lithuania, Poland and Sweden
- Guimarães, Green Capital of Europe
- Collaboration between the Public and Non-Governmental Sectors: Theoretical Insights
- Student Project Management, An Incubator for Entrepreneurial Skills
- The Future of ESG Reporting as Exemplified by PwC Poland
- Digital Transformation in Europe: Are We Shaping the Future or Being Shaped by It?
- Sustainable Management of Tourist Destinations
- Beyond Economic Indicators: Why Quality of Life Matters for Regions
- Erasmus as a Laboratory for Intercultural Communication in Europe
- Ethical and Pedagogical Boundaries of AI Support in Tertiary English Language Teaching
- Beyond the Monolingual Bias: Leveraging Multilingualism as a Strategic Asset in English-Medium Contexts
Scientific Committee
The Scientific Committee includes representatives of Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz and international academic institutions.
- Dariusz Czakowski, PhD, Assoc. Prof., Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz, Poland, Chair of the Scientific Committee
- Sylwia Czakowska, PhD, Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz, Poland, Vice-Chair of the Scientific Committee
- Vaida Bartkutė-Norkūnienė, PhD, Assoc. Prof., Utena Higher Education Institution, Lithuania
- Raimonda Bogužaitė, PhD, Mykolas Romeris University, Suduvian Academy, Lithuania
- Daiva Beržinskienė Juozainienė, PhD, Prof., Kolping Higher Education Institution, Kaunas, Lithuania
- Monika Březinová, PhD, Ambis Prague University, Czech Republic
- Zdeněk Caha, PhD, Prof. PaedDr., MBA, MSc, Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice, Czech Republic
- Jiří Dušek, PhD, Prof., The College of European and Regional Studies, Czech Republic
- Odeta Gluoksnytė, Mykolas Romeris University, Suduvian Academy, Lithuania
- Petro Gudz, PhD, Prof., National University “Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic”, Ukraine
- Viktor Greshta, PhD, Prof., National University “Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic”, Ukraine
- Milka Hadjikoteva, PhD, Prof., New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria
- Tomasz Kalaga, PhD, Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz, Poland
- Kristina Karosevičienė, PhD(c), Kolping Higher Education Institution, Lithuania
- Marcel Kordoš, PhD, Alexander Dubček University of Trenčín, Slovakia
- Helga Marija Kauzonė, PhD, Kazimieras Simonavičius University, Lithuania
- Intra Lūce, M.iur., M.oec., Riga College of Law, Latvia
- Joanna Mstowska, PhD, Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz, Poland
- Tetiana Pulina, PhD, Prof., National University “Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic”, Ukraine
- Teodora Rizova, PhD, Prof., New Bulgarian University, Bulgaria
- Olena Vasylieva, PhD, Prof., National University “Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic”, Ukraine
- Anastasia Zerkal, PhD, Prof., National University “Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic”, Ukraine
Publications
Articles prepared on the basis of conference presentations may be considered for publication after receiving a positive review.
The planned publication path includes a peer-reviewed scientific monograph published by the Publishing House of Kujawy and Pomorze University or selected scientific journals included in the list of the Ministry of Education and Science.
More information about journals, editorial requirements and guidelines for authors is available on the following websites:
Manuscripts may be submitted until 29 March.
Submissions should be sent to:internationaloffice@akp.bydgoszcz.pl
Practical information
The conference language is English.
Participation in the conference is free of charge.
The conference is hosted by Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz at:
Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz
ul. Toruńska 55-57
85-023 Bydgoszcz
Poland
Contact
For more information about the ETAT II conference, programme, publication opportunities or organisational matters, please contact the International Office at Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz.
International Office
Kujawy and Pomorze University in Bydgoszcz
Email: internationaloffice@akp.bydgoszcz.pl
Phone: +48 797 328 407
