From November 3 to 7, 2025, a cultural exchange sponsored by the German-Polish Youth Association took place for the 12th time at the International Youth Meeting Center at Morawa Castle (Lower Silesia). Around 40 children from the Społeczna Szkoła Podstawowa in Świdnica (Schweidnitz) and the Nelson Mandela School in Berlin came together under the motto “Just Different” to explore the question of how diversity and otherness can be interpreted artistically through theatre (Mr. Szulc), art (Ms. Martens), and music (Mr. Fischer). In addition to the creative work, the program included joint activities such as a trip to the city of Świdnica and an atmospheric campfire with Polish delicacies. However, the highlight of the week was meeting 98-year-old castle resident Melitta Sallai, who told us stories from her long and exciting life and answered our questions. The atmosphere between the Polish and German students was very warm from the start, and new friendships were quickly formed. We had a lot of fun and the time flew by. In the end, we all agreed: this cultural exchange was an unforgettable experience!Naima and Elena (8a)
