Member of the European Parliament
With people in mind
As a Member of the European Parliament, I base my work on dialogue, cooperation and building lasting relationships — with the residents of my region, partners in Poland and across Europe. I believe that only through conversation, mutual respect and openness can we effectively respond to people's real needs.
I have been connected with the Silesian-Opole region since birth, and this sense of responsibility for my region is the foundation of my work. Opole and Lower Silesia need a strong voice in Europe — a representative who speaks openly about their interests and works not for themselves, but for the place they love. That is why my priority is to represent the region with dignity and to support local authorities and residents in effectively using the opportunities offered by the European Union. In my work, I focus on cooperation beyond divisions, because only that leads to lasting results.
I set my goals high — I do it for those who placed their trust in me. My mission is to be close to people, listen to them, and together build a better future.
I was born in Kluczbork in 1965 and I am still connected with this city to this day. I graduated from the Academy of Physical Education and completed postgraduate studies.
I worked as a teacher at the Secondary School Complex in Kluczbork, and then as the director of the Sports and Recreation Centre in Kluczbork.
I served as a councillor of Opole Voivodeship, a member of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland, and from 2013 to 2024 as the Marshal of Opole Voivodeship. I currently serve as a Member of the European Parliament. I sit on the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs, the Committee on Regional Development, and the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection.
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