On 17–19 September 2025, the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport of Charles University in Prague hosted a follow-up meeting of the Erasmus+ strategic partnership project ‘Inclusion of content on effective-sexual and gender diversity in health sciences university environments.’

The event was attended by lecturers from Kauno kolegija Higher Education Institution (Lithuania) – Milda Gintilienė, Laura Žlibinaitė, and Daiva Baltaduonienė – together with physiotherapy students. The project is carried out within the framework of the UNINOVIS alliance, with participation from the University of Malaga (Spain, project coordinator), Sapienza University of Rome (Italy), Polytechnic Institute of Lisbon (Portugal), University of Malta (Malta), and Charles University (Czech Republic).

The programme in Prague combined academic collaboration with cultural discovery. On the first day, participants met at Charles University for introductions and later joined a guided walk through Prague’s Old Town. Students recalled this as the moment they began to feel part of the international community: ‘It was exciting to discover Prague together while already starting to connect with colleagues from other countries.’

The second day focused on academic exchange through lectures, group work, and role-playing activities. Students practiced examples of effective and ineffective communication with patients, which sparked discussion and laughter, while lecturers reflected on integrated communication methods. As students described their experience: ‘Working side by side with international peers showed us how differently we think, but also how easily we can find common ground.’

On the third day, participants met again at the university for final reflections. The meeting ended with the solemn diploma award ceremony at the Charles University Rectorate, which left students with a sense of pride and inspiration. One student summarized: ‘It was a great opportunity to broaden horizons, compare different educational systems, and make new friends.’

For both students and lecturers, the experience provided new insights into inclusive healthcare and inspired a stronger commitment to openness and tolerance in studies and professional life. The project once again demonstrated that international cooperation is essential in promoting equal opportunities and strengthening the preparedness of healthcare professionals.