In week 02.03-08.03.2026, experts from the Wroclaw University of Economics and Business commented on issues related to security and public finances, social conditions, and labour market challenges. At the same time, WUEB strengthened the visibility of its research projects (NEXTLOGIC) and its presence in the local government debate, while also inviting audiences to a series of scientific conferences planned for 2026.
There is an alternative to SAFE. But Poles will not like it
WUEB expert – dr Iwo Augustyński
An analysis of possible scenarios and the costs of alternative solutions for financing security, including how such decisions may be perceived socially.
Different points of hearing: Poles’ optimism at a record high, but poverty does not disappear. What next?
WUEB expert – dr Iwo Augustyński
A discussion on how to reconcile positive social sentiment with the persistence of poverty and social exclusion, and what conclusions public policies can draw from available data.
The remuneration system requires a thorough review. Pay transparency alone will not eliminate distortions
WUEB expert – prof. dr hab. Katarzyna Piwowar-Sulej
A commentary explaining why reforming the remuneration system requires diagnosing mechanisms and criteria, not only publishing salary ranges, and where inequalities may persist.
https://biznesenter.pl/strefa-ekspertow/4908-wynagrodzenia-wymagaja-zmiany/
Women in the labour market: lower employment, lower pay and the “glass ceiling”
WUEB expert – prof. dr hab. Katarzyna Piwowar-Sulej
A report on barriers in women’s professional careers and wage disparities, offering practical conclusions for the labour market and organisations.
Selling a property before five years – when can the 19% tax be avoided?
WUEB expert – dr Dominika Florek-Sapkowska
An explanation of situations in which selling real estate before five years does not necessarily result in a 19% tax, and what to watch out for in tax settlements.
Critical infrastructure security, the Green Deal and “concrete overdevelopment” – experts debate at SGH
WUEB expert – Magdalena Rozwadowska
A report from a debate on critical infrastructure and resilience, providing context for discussions on security, climate and the quality of public space planning.
Women on Boards initiative
WUEB expert – dr hab. Inż. Dominika Hadro, prof. UEW
In a media discussion about the Women on Boards directive, it was highlighted that the regulation aims to increase the share of women in the governing bodies of the largest publicly listed companies in the EU (targets: 40% in supervisory boards or 33% jointly in management and supervisory boards). Prof. Dominika Hadro from WUEB emphasises that the directive is not about a “mechanical replacement” of people, but about transparent, non-discriminatory recruitment procedures and priority for the underrepresented gender when candidates have equal qualifications.
WUEB experts at the 11th European Congress of Local Governments: the voice of science in the debate on culture, AI and public finances
WUEB experts – dr hab. Barbara Mróz-Gorgoń, prof. UEW, dr Małgorzata Gałecka, dr hab. Agnieszka Bem, prof. UEW, Magdalena Rozwadowska
A summary of WUEB experts’ participation in the local government debate and how academic knowledge contributes to discussions on culture, artificial intelligence and public finances.
NEXTLOGIC: microhubs, Digital Twin and an implementation workshop at WUEB
WUEB experts – dr hab. Inż. Maja Kiba-Janiak, prof. UEW, prof. dr hab. Jarosław Witkowski, dr hab. Natalia Szozda, prof. UEW, dr hab. Agnieszka Jagoda, prof. UEW, dr Tomasz Kołakowski, dr hab. Krzysztof Nowosielski, prof. UEW
A report on project activities concerning logistics microhubs, the Digital Twin concept and workshop work on implementation in urban logistics
https://badania.uew.pl/nextlogic-mikrohuby-digital-twin-i-warsztat-wdrozeniowy-na-uew/
Dr Milena Kowalska from WUEB appointed to the 9th term of the Young Scientists Council
Information on the appointment of a WUEB representative to the Young Scientists Council – strengthening the university’s voice in discussions on science policy and the development conditions for early-career researchers.
https://badania.uew.pl/en/dr-milena-kowalska-on-the-young-scientists-council/
The activity of WUEB experts in the past week combined commentary for national and regional media with communication of research projects and the conference calendar. Together, this forms a coherent picture of a university present wherever reliable data, interpretations and practical conclusions are needed.
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Author: Barbara Grzelczak
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