You won’t believe how innovative Poland is. An exhibition that changes the image of the country
Poles want to talk about their successes. 74 percent He considers to emphasize the strengths of Poland as patriotism.
The Innovation Exhibition in Brussels is the beginning of the international promotion of our country’s achievements.
Patriotism through pride of Poland
A study carried out for the needs of the campaign at DID IT in Poland shows that for 74 percent. Poles patriotism includes Emphasizing Poland’s strengths in the country and abroad. Poles equally often indicate raising children in a spirit of love for their homeland (82 percent), participation in elections and cultivating traditions (79 percent each), readiness to defend the country (76 percent) and hanging the flag during national holidays (74 %).
A positive look at Poland
58 percent Poles feel part of the national community, 56 percent He feels pride, and 52 percent The joy of being Polish. The strongest positive emotions concern the 60+ generation, where as much as 67 percent He declares pride and a sense of community. As reasons, Poles indicate scientists, inventors, Nobel Prize winners and cultural creators. Often, however, they cannot mention specific names or achievements.
Innovative Poland at the European Arena
The premiere of the interactive exhibition in Brussels inaugurated the European installment of the campaign at Did It in Poland. The exhibition is a three -dimensional model of Poland with railway stations presenting selected innovations. Guests can control the electric train, and the screens display animations explaining the meaning of a given innovation. The exhibition was created as part of the Competitiveness & Security Business Summit event, organized by Business & Science Poland.
Poland as the leader of modern technologies
As Dariusz Mazurkiewicz emphasizes, CEO BLIK: “Poland should strive to position Warsaw as a digital financial center of Europe. We have dynamically developing fintechs, and BLIK, the largest mobile payment system in Europe, is our national pride. We are already present in the markets of Slovakia and Romania, which is a great starting point for further expansion.”
Elements of the success of Polish innovations
Marek Garniewski, president of Orlen VC, points out: “To develop innovations, we need a competitive advantage, a solid team, market knowledge and business relations. Polish companies have everything to build a strong position on the international arena and arouse national pride.”
Poland rated better than Germany, France and Spain
In general, Poland obtained a high score of 7.3 out of 10, ahead of Spain, France and Germany. However, in areas such as sport, technologies and innovation, respondents more often point to the superiority of Western countries.
The need for promotion and education
Olga Adamkiewicz, campaign strategist, says: “In Poland, there is still a lack of awareness about contemporary successes. The campaign at DID IT in Poland aims to increase the recognition of Polish innovations and build their position in Europe. We focus on sectors with the greatest growth potential.”
The survey was conducted by the 4P group at the request of the inclusion Foundation on December 6-12, 2024 by the CAWI method at a sample of 1010 Poles aged 18–70.
