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First came the stories – often difficult, sometimes told for the first time. At the Power OFF – Power ON Congress young people and volunteers began to name what had been hidden until then: lack of self-belief, loneliness, pressure, fear.

But in those same stories something new began to appear – the first attempts at change. Someone dared to ask for help, someone else said for the first time “I can do it”. That was when regaining power began – not as a one-off moment, but as a process of building inner strength.
These experiences gave rise to the programme POWER ON, which today turns the stories told into concrete action.

At its heart is the development of psychological resilience – understood as the ability to cope, including with emotions, awareness of one's own competences, and the ability to return to balance and act despite difficulties.
Thanks to a sense of community, young people are inspired to reflect on their own lives, learn to regain agency, build relationships and gradually strengthen their inner stability. Psychological resilience does not mean the absence of difficulties, but the ability to get through them and grow despite them.

‍Get to know their stories, be inspired, and if you feel ready to share your experience, add your own story.
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Your experience could be the beginning of someone else's change.

Ola's story

Episode I

Adam's story

Episode II

Alicja's story

Episode III

Natalia's story

Episode IV

Paulina's story

Episode V

Inspiration
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when we need hope...

My story of regaining POWER

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Funding

Project value: PLN 533,337.50, including EU funding for the project: PLN 493,257.50. Source of project funding: The project is financed by the European Social Fund under the Knowledge Education Development Operational Programme 2014-2020, Priority Axis: I. Young people on the labour market, 1.4 Youth in solidarity in action.
The development of Skillful Academy in Poland, including the POWER ON programme, is supported by the Foundation's Strategic partner, Neo Energy Group.
More about NEG:

Neo Energy Group, as one of the leading developers and operators of renewable energy sources (RES), is continuously involved in sustainable development activities. The company also takes part in social initiatives that not only promote the well-being of children and young people but also build their psychological resilience – a protective shield and a key element of their health and prosperity. By supporting the ULICA Foundation and its Centre, NEG actively contributes to the development of ecopsychology and Dr Ben Furman's ideas. It also shows that responsible business and sustainable development mean investing not only in technology but also in people – especially the young generation. The innovation that is part of Neo Energy Group's DNA is also visible in the work of the Foundation and the concept it promotes, which uses modern tools to rebuild and strengthen the psychological resilience of the youngest. As a result, children's problems begin to be seen differently. They become processes of learning new skills that help overcome difficulties and initiate the process of desired change. Making these initiatives available to local communities is further proof that Neo Energy Group understands and takes very seriously its social role, which has the power to drive positive change. By supporting the ULICA Foundation, the company joins forces with those working for a better tomorrow, in which every child – regardless of where they live – has the chance to develop healthily in harmony with the world around them

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Agata Gemser-Wrębiak

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Director of the Dr Ben Furman
Motivation and Prevention
Centre