Prague Summer Schools (PSS) are organized by the SCHOLA EMRIRICA former Centrum pro veřejnou politiku – CPVP), Prague based NGO and Educational Institution accredited by the Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports. SCHOLA EMPIRICA (SE) is an independent, non-political and non-profit organization. It was established in 2003 aiming to support policy innovations in the Czech Republic. The SCHOLA EMPIRICA provides platform for Czech and international experts to carry out research in various areas leading to innovative policy solutions. The aim of the SE is also to contribute to the international discussion of economic, social and security issues.