Patryk Jaki in Lublin: Change Our Mind campaign

24 October 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Patryk Jaki will host a public debate in Lublin as part of the Change Our Mind campaign, inviting critics and students to discuss Poland’s future in the EU.

Patryk Jaki invites residents to an open debate on Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 13:00 on Plac Łokietka in Lublin. The event forms part of the Change Our Mind campaign and is scheduled to last two hours.

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What is the Change Our Mind campaign?

The campaign began on 8 December 2025 during a conference with Jarosław Kaczyński, Patryk Jaki and Tobiasz Bocheński. Its organisers say they want to reach young people, especially students. They described the format as direct debate where a speaker states a thesis and the public can challenge it. The group invited people who criticise them to take part.

Patryk Jaki and his team present the meetings as face-to-face argument exchanges. The first event of the series took place on 24 February 2026 in Wrocław. That discussion moved outdoors because the university denied a room. Topics have included the SAFE defence financing programme and conditions for Ukraine’s accession to the EU. The tour later visited Warsaw, Lublin, Białystok and Olsztyn, and upcoming stops include Łódź.

Why the Lublin debate matters

Politicians use public debates to test messages and to build support. Jarosław Kaczyński framed the project as part of an effort by his party to win a parliamentary majority and to connect with students. For expats, this matters because such events shape local political dynamics. They also influence public debate about Poland’s role in the European Union and about defence funding decisions that affect the region.

How the format works and what to expect

At the meeting, a panelist will state a thesis. Any attendee can stand up and dispute the claim. Organisers ask that participants take turns and keep the exchange orderly. The sessions often get recorded and clipped for social media. Therefore, participants may appear online after the event.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you plan to attend, remember that Polish public life often centres on university audiences. Political groups aim to engage students and citizens directly. Carry your ID if you expect to speak; foreign residents usually use their passport or residence card for identification. Familiar terms: ZUS (social insurance), NFZ (public health fund), and PESEL (national ID number) refer to institutions and documents you may hear discussed in broader political debates. Check the official government portal for rules on demonstrations and public events before you go.

These meetings act both as outreach and as campaign material. They let politicians present arguments in person and build visibility across cities. For residents and expats, the meetings are an opportunity to hear candidates and to raise local concerns about housing, employment or community services. The format promises open challenge, but participants should be prepared for political framing and online amplification.

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