The organizer of the study visit to Poland was the International Republican Institute (IRI), an international non-governmental organization working to strengthen democracy, build standards in politics and to strengthen the position of disadvantaged groups.

The purpose of the training was to learn about good practices in the field of city management and building self – government. During their stay in Łódź, foreign guests met with Krzysztof Piątkowski, The Vice Mayor of the City of Łódź.