About the Conference
Welcome to the webpage for the 19th Annual Meeting of the Polish Social Psychological Society! We are delighted to announce that the event is scheduled to take place in Katowice from September 19 to 21, 2024.
Keynote lectures will be delivered by:
- Professor Anjan Chatterjee, Professor of Neurology, Psychology, and Architecture; Director of Penn Center for Neuroaesthetics at the University of Pennsylvania – Art, Architecture, and Human Wellbeing
- Professor Dariusz Doliński, Head of the Department of Social Psychology at SWPS University's Faculty of Psychology in Wrocław – Konflikt unikanie-unikanie jako model wyjaśniający posłuszeństwo w paradygmacie Milgrama (Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict as a Model Explaining Obedience in the Milgram Paradigm)
- Professor Roland Imhoff, Professor of Social and Legal Psychology at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz – On Lumping and Splitting: What Determines How We Categorize Our Social Ecology?
During the meeting, we will discuss the latest research findings in social psychology and related fields. Topics include social influence, conspiracy theories, close relationships, psychological well-being, and the long-term consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The event will be accompanied by summer school for early-stage researchers.
Important Dates
January 22 – April 25, 2024
call for abstracts
May 20, 2024
notification of acceptance deadline and announcement of the conference fees
May 24, 2024
registration opening
June 30, 2024
early bird payment deadline (after this date, the conference fee increases by 150 PLN)
July 31, 2024
second payment deadline (after this date, the conference fee increases by an additional 150 PLN)
August 30, 2024
deadline for all payments
Fees
Basic fee
Paid by June 30 (without the conference gala dinner*)
PSPS members** PLN 470
PSPS junior members (students and doctoral students)** PLN 350
Students and doctoral students PLN 420
Other participants PLN 600
Full fee
Paid by June 30 (including the conference gala dinner*)
PSPS members** PLN 770
PSPS junior members (students and doctoral students)** PLN 650
Students and doctoral students PLN 720
Other participants PLN 900
*The gala conference dinner will take place on September 20 at the NOVOTEL Katowice Centrum Hotel, al. Walentego Roździeńskiego 16.
*Must have their PSPS membership fees paid.
Please note:
Fees paid in July will increase by PLN 150 compared to the fees listed above.
Fees paid in August will increase by PLN 150 compared to the fees paid in July.
Secure Your Spot
- If you are from outside SWPS University, fill out the form below. You will receive a proforma invoice based on your selected fee option.
Form for non-USWPS participants
- If you are from SWPS University and paying for the conference from university funds, fill out the registration form below. No invoice will be issued and the funds will be transferred.
Form for USWPS participants
Practical Information
Venue
The meeting will take place at the Faculty of Psychology in Katowice, SWPS University, located at ul. Techników 9. The university is easily accessible from the city center; there is a bus stop nearby. We also encourage you to consider using shared bikes, which are available for rent at various locations in Katowice and can be parked near the university.
Accommodation
Especially for the participants of the PSPS meeting, the IBIS Budget Hotel (next to the Novotel Hotel, where the gala dinner will take place) has reserved a block of rooms at discounted prices. To secure this discount, please book a room via the following link
The brand new M23 Hotel, located in the heart of Katowice, is also offering a special deal. To receive a 12% discount, use the password "PSPS" when booking over the phone or online.
We recommend that you book your accommodation soon, as most hotel rooms will not be available on the day of the meeting. Katowice is the European City of Science this year, therefore numerous events will take place in the city.
Summer School for Early-Career Researchers
Attention all aspiring researchers in psychology and related fields! Join us for an exciting two-day summer school designed especially for you.
This is an open invitation to all individuals who have earned their doctoral degree within the last seven years (including career breaks, as per National Science Center guidelines).
Date: September 17-18
Venue: Faculty of Psychology in Katowice, SWPS University
The program includes three workshops in English. The first day kicks off with a full-day workshop, followed by two shorter sessions on the second day.
Summer school program
Tuesday, September 17, 11:00–18:30 (including lunch break)
Workshop 1: What Comes After Ph.D.? Career Development Workshop
Join us to explore career opportunities for psychology Ph.D. graduates, including international options. We will discuss the pros and cons of various paths and equip you with the tools to plan your career. You will learn how to engage in international projects, establish global contacts, prepare for postdoc interviews, and develop key competencies. We will also cover stress management in academia.
Workshop leader: Mariola Paruzel-Czachura, Ph.D. / Associate Professor at the University of Silesia in Katowice, a psychologist and philosopher who has completed postdocs at the Complutense University of Madrid and the University of Pennsylvania.
Wednesday, September 18, 9:00–16:30 (including lunch break)
Workshop 2: Engaging Communities through Participatory Action Research
This workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to Participatory Action Research (PAR), a collaborative research approach designed to involve community members directly in the research process. PAR emphasizes collective inquiry and experimentation grounded in experience and social history. The workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to implement PAR in their own communities or fields of interest.
During the workshop you will understand the principles and philosophy of Participatory Action Research, learn about the history and evolution of PAR, and explore various methodologies and techniques used in PAR.
Workshop leader: Małgorzata Wójcik, Ph.D. / Assistant Professor, Vice-Dean for Student Affairs at SWPS University's Faculty of Psychology in Katowice and psychologist researching dynamics of peer groups.
Workshop 3: Developing Research Skills with Particular Emphasis on Research Planning Skills
Workshop leader: Professor Anjan Chattejee, Professor of Neurology, Psychology, and Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania and director of the Penn Center for Neuroaesthetics.
The fee is PLN 220 (including tax) and includes access to the workshops and a daily lunch. Please note that accommodation is not provided.
To secure your spot, complete the application form below. As space is limited, priority will be given based on the date of your application. Junior members of PSPS will receive special consideration if we receive multiple applications on the same day.
Sign up for summer school
Organizers
Sponsor
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Organizing Committee
Dukała, Karolina
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forensic psychologist
First and last name
Karolina Dukała
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
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Institute
Institute of Psychology
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Karolina Dukałaforensic psychologist
Gorzołka, Anna
Specialization
psychologist, sociologist, ACT therapist, business trainer, and coach
First and last name
Anna Gorzołka
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Anna Gorzołkapsychologist, sociologist, ACT therapist, business trainer, and coach
Hełka, Anna
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Specialization
business psychologist
First and last name
Anna Hełka
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Assistant Professor
Email
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Institute
Institute of Psychology
Role in the Research Center
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Ph.D. / Assistant Professor Anna Hełkabusiness psychologist
Mondry, Maria
Specialization
clinical psychologist
First and last name
Maria Mondry
Academic degree or title
M.A. / Teaching Assistant
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Institute
Youth Research Center
Role in the Research Center
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M.A. / Teaching Assistant Maria Mondryclinical psychologist
Parzuchowski, Michał
Specialization
psychologist
First and last name
Michał Parzuchowski
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Associate Professor
Email
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Institute
Center of Research on Cognition and Behavior
Position
profesor uczelni
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Ph.D. / Associate Professor Michał Parzuchowskipsychologist
Popiołek, Katarzyna
Specialization
Psychologist, specializing in relationships and factors influencing close relationships
First and last name
Katarzyna Popiołek
Academic degree or title
Ph.D. / Associate Professor
Email
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profesor uczelni
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Ph.D. / Associate Professor Katarzyna PopiołekPsychologist, specializing in relationships and factors influencing close relationships
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Scientific Committee
- Agata Gąsiorowska, Ph.D./Associate Professor
SWPS University | Chair of the Scientific Committee
- Wacław Bąk, Ph.D./Associate Professor
John Paul Catholic University of Lublin
- Tomasz Besta, Ph.D./Associate Professor
University of Gdańsk
- Michał Bilewicz, Ph.D./Associate Professor
University of Warsaw
- Tomasz Grzyb, Ph.D./Associate Professor
SWPS University
- Katarzyna Jaśko, Ph.D.
Jagiellonian University in Kraków
- Prof. Maciej Karwowski
University of Wrocław
- Prof. Eugenia Mandal
University of Silesia in Katowice
- Mariola Paruzel-Czachura, Ph.D./Associate Professor
University of Silesia in Katowice
- Prof. Magdalena Żemojtel-Piotrowska
Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw