EDUCATION

My adventure with the cross-cultural education began in 1997 at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. Firstly, I studied at the Institute of Oriental Studies, where I completed my MA degree in Indian studies. India was the place that taught me for the first time the importance of how we communicate with other people, especially those who were brought up in a completely different culture than ours. One obvious tool that can help in this communication is a knowledge of foreign languages, since learning the language of the culture allows us to deeper its reception. However, there are some other elements that play an important role here. That is why I took an interest in cross-cultural communication and psychology in order to gain new qualifications, and developing competences that make it easier for us to understand representatives of other cultures. In such intercultural contact, the right approach is crucial — namely: openness, respect, acceptance of diversity, as well as a sensitivity to cultural differences. Therefore, while working with people in the field of education, I try to do my best to share my knowledge and experience. Working with people in the field of education, I try to share my knowledge and experience as best I can.

My interests and All these activities finally brought me to the acquaintance of some intercultural trainers, thanks to whom I started training in the field of intercultural communication. In 2016 I had the great pleasure to participate in the workshop Training of Intercultural Trainers organised by the YOUNG SIETAR. These meetings prompted me to begin a Train the Trainer programme at Wszechnica UJ which I completed in June 2016. Moreover, from 2015 to 2018 I was a member of SIETAR Poland and co-organised the meetings of the Trainers Group.

The next step on my professional path was to complete my education at the SWPS University, where I obtained MA degree in psychology.

MENTAL HEALTH AND COUNSELLING SERVICES

Based on many years of experience in adult education and communication support I am currently developing in psychoeducation and mental health promotion. My activities in this area focus on support of people struggling with crises, stress, or professional burnout. The key issue for me is building mental resilience. During my studies, I completed the program of the Clinical Psychology of an adult. I also completed training in Rational Behavior Therapy at the Center for Integral Psychotherapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (1st and 2nd degree) at CTSR, and the Buteyko Clinic International Instructor's course. I offer individual sessions tailored to the Client's needs.

EXPERIENCE IN TRAINING AND LANGUAGES

For eight years I have been conducting training in cross-cultural communication and I provide consultation for people who collaborate with Indians. I also cooperate in this area with the company KREATOR - we have jointly prepared workshops for such companies as British Council, Carlsberg Polska, OLX, PEPCO.

Due to my first degree in Indian studies, I have travelled, in a professional capacity, throughout Europe, USA and Asia. In 2008 I moved to the United States as a fellow of the Polish-U.S. Fulbright Commission, as a participant in the Fulbright Junior Advanced Research Program. I spent a year at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, where I had a great opportunity to work in a multicultural academic environment. Since then, I was awarded the TOEFL certificate of English proficiency. 

The learning of languages — in particular, English — was yet another passion, in addition to the culture and languages of India; therefore, I decided to gain more language skills, among others, by attending a course in preparation for the International Legal English Certificate in 2007. In 2012, I studied in the Chair for Translation Studies of the Jagiellonian University (formerly Chair for Translation Studies and Intercultural Communication), completing a postgraduate study program for translators of specialised texts in English and Polish. Moreover, during my studies at the SWPS University, I participated in the two-year course "English for Psychology".

For many years I specialise in academic texts translations - mainly in the social sciences and humanities, as well as legal and tourist documents. I used to work in projects within the EU 7th Framework programme as a translator for the Institute of Nature Conservation PAS, as well as within the Operational Programme Human Capital. I have provided several language and Indian culture consultations for publishing houses, and the Kozminski University. I have also experience in writing academic texts in English. 

My professional activities, outside languages, encompass cultural education; therefore, in recent years I decided to expand my skills and completed MA degree in psychology.