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The fight for identity: Dr Jarosław Wołkonowski on his fight for the original spelling of

The Internet as a space for communication often becomes an arena, where extreme opinions and hateful statements are expressed. Hate speech, especially in the digital space, can have serious consequences,
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New Law on National Minorities. Loophole filled?

Lithuania has a new Law on National Minorities. Its supporters claim that an important legal loophole has finally been filled. Critics, however, argue that the law regulates practically nothing and
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Who Are the Poles in The New Law of National Minorities? The Principles of the

On November 7, the Lithuanian Seimas passed the Law on National Minorities. It is now awaiting the president’s signature, if signed, it will come into effect on January 1, 2025.
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‘Half a loaf is better than none’? New national minorities bill.

Up until now, the Lithuanian national minorities’ rights have been regulated partially by special laws (e.g. about education), and government orders. However, national minorities have been waiting for 14 years
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Issues of Polish education have been raised in front of parents and teachers.

The discussion on current issues in Polish education in Lithuania was initiated by the Forum of Parents of Polish Schools in the Soleczniki Region. Parents and teachers raised many pressing
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More Lithuanian in Minority Schools? The Ministry of Education invites to a public debate.

‘The Ministry of Education, Science, and Sports suggests gradually increasing the number of Lithuanian language lessons and promoting the use of Lithuanian language in national minority schools and promises to
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“Vilnius my love” – outdoor photography exhibition by Jerzy Karpowicz

On Konstantinas Sirvydas Square in Vilnius you can see an exhibition of photographs by the prominent Vilnius photographer Jerzy Karpowicz, entitled “Vilnius my love”. Jerzy Antoni Karpowicz, born in 1942
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Poles danced the polonaise on the Cathedral Square in Vilnius

Lithuanian Poles danced the polonaise on the Cathedral Square in Vilnius on Sunday evening. 192 couples in national and historical costumes performed. It was a demonstration of unity and power
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A record number of couples danced the polonaise in Vilnius

The “Factum” agency has entered a new achievement in the Book of Outstanding Achievements of Lithuania (formerly called the Book of Records of Lithuania) – the most numerous performance of
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15th edition of the Nations’ Fair in Vilnius. In a rich programme – the Polish

On September 15-17, the Nations’ Fair will be held in Vilnius for the fifteenth time. The traditions and customs of the various communities living in Lithuania will mix on the
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