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Universities have the unique ability to influence future generations and drive positive change in society. By integrating social responsibility into their mission and values, universities can cultivate a culture of civic engagement, ethical leadership, and responsible citizenship among their students, faculty, and staff.

The Declaration of University Social Responsibility was initiated in 2017. The document constitutes a voluntary commitment of universities to promote the idea of ​​sustainable development and social responsibility in educational programs, scientific research, but also in management and organizational solutions of universities. Its aim is to build broad public awareness of the role of universities in shaping the conditions for the country's sustainable socio-economic development.

What is more, Wroclaw Medical University signed the Magna Charta Universitatum in September 2022. The values contained in the document are not new or unknown to our academic community. Many of our actions have been perfectly in line with these values for a long time: we have been working against all forms of discrimination; there are training courses on awareness of the needs of people with disabilities; we are increasingly becoming a 'green university'; we have actively been involved in relief efforts for those affected by the war in Ukraine.

Some of our initiatives include:

Together We Can Do More
'Together We Can Do More' is a student organization at the Medical University of Wrocław dedicated to volunteer social activities and organizing charitable events.
Their mission is based on mobilizing students, doctoral candidates, and UMW staff to engage in helping the local community through various projects and initiatives. As an organization, we coordinate social volunteering at UMW and support the university's social responsibility.
They organize charity actions and events aimed at improving the quality of life. They work together, creating an inspiring community that promotes the values of altruism and solidarity among future medical professionals.
Their guiding motto is 'Together We Can Do More' because only by working together can we achieve our goals.

Board of the Organization
Franciszek Kędzierski - Chairman
Martyna Wojniłłowicz - Vice-Chairwoman
Katarzyna Długosz - Secretary

Supervisor
Dr. hab. Tomasz Zatoński, Prof. UMW, Vice-Rector for Building Relations and Cooperation with the Environment

The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity

The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity (WOŚP) team at the Medical University of Wrocław is a cohesive academic community with a heart for helping others. Our group focuses on organizing charity actions, fundraising events, and educational activities to improve healthcare and support those in need.
Through our activities, we engage in various initiatives such as concerts, auctions, and collections, which not only contribute to raising funds for charitable purposes but also foster an atmosphere of solidarity and cooperation.
Our team focuses on mobilizing the academic community to actively participate in WOŚP collections, while also promoting social awareness about the importance of the healthcare system.
We are a passionate team, full of positive energy, ready to take on challenges and act for the good of others.

Team Members
Franciszek Kędzierski - Team Leader
Emilia Miernikiewicz - Deputy Team Leader
Katarzyna Długosz - WOŚP Volunteer Coordinator

Volunteering
We recruit fundraising volunteers during the period of November-December.

Talk about Yourself

Specialists from the Department of Psychiatry of Wrocław Medical University check how students of Wrocław and Opole universities deal with emotions. As part of the 'Talk about yourself' campaign, they prepared a survey, the results of which will help develop the most effective methods of supporting young people in solving their problems. As part of the 'Talk about yourself' campaign, experts encourage students not to be ashamed or afraid to ask for help when they feel that life is overwhelming. The Medical University of Wrocław offers psychological support to its students all year round. Young people, if they feel the need, can make appointments with specialists, and additionally, as part of the 'UMW - we eliminate barriers in minds, hearts and architecture' program, the university invites students and doctoral students with disabilities to consultations. 

Move their hearts

Only half of Polish residents who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) outside a hospital can count on help from witnesses of the event. This is far too little. In Scandinavian countries and the Czech Republic, this percentage is approximately 80 percent, which is why the Medical University of Wrocław (UMW) is starting the 'Move your heart' educational program. The campaign will raise awareness of the importance of immediate resuscitation and teach how to perform it effectively and safely.

Helping Ukraine

Wrocław Medical University was one of the first universities in Poland to offer tangible help to the war-affected residents of Ukraine. Below you will find an overview of the activities undertaken by scientists, students and volunteers of UMW:

Medical University Run

Check our past event to find out more:

https://www.umw.edu.pl/en/news/run-medical-university-wroclaw

Earth Day

On April 22 Earth Day is celebrated. We also take part in it because we are perfectly aware of the great impact the state of the natural environment has on human health and life.We collect garbage, initiate an educational walk around the Botanical Garden of Medicinal Plants and ass part of the Car Free Day celebration, we announced a competition promoting ecological ways of getting around (on foot, by bike, by public transport). We drew prizes among people who sent us photos showing how they got to the campus without a car.