On January 15, 2026, the Nicolaus Copernicus Superior School in Warsaw hosted the ceremonial conclusion of the two-year project “Suicidology – state of knowledge analysis and educational campaign,” financed by the Minister of Science and Higher Education. The meeting was attended by members of the Advisory Team, chaired by Prof. Gertruda Uścińska, Rector of the Copernicus University, Chancellor Wojciech Kondrat, as well as representatives of the university’s research and organizational teams.
Two years of intensive work – key results
During the meeting, results were presented that confirm the scale and significance of the project. Among the most important achievements were:
- preparation of a nearly 1,500-page scientific report (PL only),
- training of over 6,000 people in 72 cities throughout Poland,
- creation of a specialized knowledge portal (PL only),
- production and promotion of the podcast “Jestem tu, jeszcze” (“I’m still here”), which has been viewed over 100,000 times,
- preparation and publication of a 350-page scientific monograph entitled “Suicydologia. Między analizą a działaniem” (“Suicidology: Between Analysis and Action”).
During the presentation, it was emphasized, among other things, that 87% of teachers in Poland have never participated in training in suicidology, and 10% of children and young people do not have anyone to talk to in difficult moments. These results show the enormous importance of education, prevention, and access to specialist support.
The strong voice of experts and the need to continue action
The event was an opportunity to discuss both the findings of the research and the challenges facing the mental health support system in Poland. Prof. Gertruda Uścińska noted:
— “The reception of the project shows how much of a knowledge gap has been filled. The research results and their availability can become the basis for building a new pillar in the education of caregivers, parents, teachers, and lecturers. We have completed an important stage, but there is a huge need to implement the results and transfer knowledge to the community.”
The second year of the project focused on an information and education campaign. Teaching materials were sent to over 1,500 institutions throughout Poland. Over 100 training sessions were organized, and the results of the research were presented at the Economic Forum in Karpacz, Jagiellonian University, University of Gdańsk, and many other academic centers.
Commitment that made a real difference
The Director of the External Funds Section, Dr. Dariusz Budrowski, emphasized the enormous effort made by the team:
— “It was an extraordinary experience. Despite the seriousness of the subject matter, we received many signals that our work really supports schools, parents, and specialists. This project showed that through joint efforts, we can create important and necessary solutions.”
The meeting ended with a ceremonial presentation of copies of the monograph edited by Prof. Uścińska, certificates of appreciation for participation in the project, and a symbolic closing of the project. However, it was emphasized that despite the formal completion of the project, the need to further develop suicide prevention activities remains urgent and relevant. The monograph is available to read for free in its online version on the SGMK Publishing House website.
Below is a photo report from the event.
