European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) programme

Contact information Contact person Burtnieku Street 37, Riga, LV- 1084 Phone: +371 67436672 E-mail: kristine.besedina@redcross.lv; lskburtnieks@redcross.lv Head of Crisis centre “Burtnieks”: Kristine Besedina The short-stay Accommodation centre “Burtnieks” of the society Latvian Red Cross (hereinafter – the LatRC) is a structural unit of the LatRC that started its activities in April 2013 and it is open …

Phone: Phone: +371 67336651 Fax: +371 67336652 E-mail: secretariat@redcross.lv  Adress: Šarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1001, Latvija Properties Reg. No.: 40008002279 Luminor bankas konta Nr.: LV87RIKO0002010021481   SECRETARIAT  COMMITTEES 

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The Latvian Red Cross (hereafter – LatRC) is involved in a broad scope of activities. Its main objective is to help people who are in a crisis situation. You are very welcome to learn more about the activities of the LatRC! 

The Latvian Red Cross (hereafter – LatRC) is a non-governmental non-profit volunteer-led humanitarian organization. Its operations cover the whole territory of Latvia. LatRC local divisions are located in each district, and each district has branches located in cities, municipalities and organisations. LatRC provides assistance as close as possible to the places where people reside. LatRC supports …

Contact information Contact person Address: Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1001, Latvia Tel.: +371 67336653 E-mail: youth@redcross.lv, zane.indzere@redcross.lv Facebook.com: https://www.facebook.com/lsk.jaunatne/ Instagram: LSK Jaunatne Ms Zane Indzere Head of LatRC Youth     

Contact information Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1010 Phone: +371 67686307 The objective of the LatRC is to popularise non-remunerated blood donors movement in Latvia, as well as to attract donors in order to provide blood for persons in need. Share life! The non-remunerated blood donors movement is direct participation of citizens in health protection. All around …

Contact information Contact person Gaizina Street Phone: +371 67336650Working hours:M- 11:00 am -5:00 pm W;Th: 10:00 am- 3:00 pm   The HIV Prevention Point provides the following services: To take HIV test, to take express-tests for hepatitis B virus, syphilis, to receive pre-test and after-test consultations; To receive consultations and information on preventive measures and …

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Contact information Contact person Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1010 Phone: +371 67686307 The tasks of the Health Promotion Programme include the following: To improve the quality of health promotion measures by coordinating them with activities of other organisations and institutions; To take an active part in health promotion measures organised by the state and municipalities;; …

  13 health centres of the LatRC operate in Latvia providing various services. Free services: Consultations of nurses or physician’s assistants. Consultations are available without prior registration (upon the request of the visitor, it is also possible to register for a consultation). During the consultation the visitor can receive information about the importance of a …

Contact information Contact person Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1001, Latvia Phone: +371 67686304 E-mail: alla.zarkova@redcross.lv Head of EU Food Aid Program: Alla Zarkova On 16 April 2015 the LatRC and the Society Integration Foundation signed an agreement No. 2014.FEAD/PO.01/19.08 on the implementation of activities supported within the scope of the Fund for European Aid to the Most …

8 October this year, in 2015, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement worldwide is celebrating the anniversary of the formal adoption of its Fundamental Principles. The Fundamental Principles are Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, and Universality.

 Address: Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1001, Latvia Phone: Phone: +371 67336651 Fax: +371 67336652 E-mail: secretariat@redcross.lv  Properties: Registration No.: 40008002279 Luminor bank account.: LV87RIKO0002010021481 Working hours: Monday – Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00 Friday: 08:30 – 16:00 Webpage: www.redcross.lv Facebook: @LatvijasSarkanaisKrusts @lsk.jaunatne Instagram: LatRC Youth   Contact information Ms Liga Mengelsone President E-mail: liga.mengelsone@redcross.lv Mr Uldis …

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Latvian Red Cross (hereinafter – the LatRC) implements and participates in international projects with an aim to improve the living conditions of the unprotected inhabitants, to advance social integration and a healthy lifestyle, as well as to educate people on the provision of first aid, safety, the reduction of discrimination and other topical issues in …

Everyone can become a volunteer at the Latvian Red Cross!  By becoming a volunteer you will be able to use your existing knowledge and skills to do different kinds of social good.  Also, you will learn something new and exciting while being active and to spending your time useful.   You are very welcome to …

The objective of the programme: to improve the quality of life for people of different age groups who are at the risk of social exclusion and the introduction of new forms of social services in the Vidzeme region. Project implementation period: 01.12.2013 – 31.01.2015 Target group: children, young people, young parents, seniors, people with low income, representatives of ethnic minorities, non-citizens. Project Implementation Location: Valka Municipality and …

REGIONAL BRANCHES OF KURZEME Kurzeme Contact person Structure Adress: Sturisi 8, Talsi region, Laidze municipality, LV- 3280Phone:  +371 63225583Fax: +371 63237740E-mail: lsk.kurzeme@redcross.lv; sac.sturisi@redcross.lvHomepage: www.redcross-kurzeme.lv Working hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 – 16:30   Chairwoman of the Board: Maija AveniņaExecutive director: Anita Boitmane 11 divisions73 volunteers530 members Saldus Contact person Structure Adress: Skrundas Street 12, Saldus, LV – 3801Phone/fax: +371 63881030E-mail: lsksaldus@redcross.lv Chairman of …

Wording of the Statutes approved by XVIII Congress of the Latvian Red Cross Riga, 24 November 2017   STATUTES Society “Latvian Red Cross” SECTION 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS Official Name and Foundation Name of the society is “Latvian Red Cross” (hereinafter referred to as LatRC). LatRC was founded on 20 November 1918. LatRC is the only national society of the …

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Contact information Contact person Šarlotes Street 1D, iīga, LV-1010 Phone: +371 67336651 E-mail: jana.lapcenoka@redcross.lv Ms Jana Lapcenoka Human Resource Manager How to become a member of Latvian Red Cross? To become a member of LatRC, go to the nearest LatRC branch for more information. In order to become a member, you have to pay a …

Volunteering Service is one of the basic principles of the Latvian Red Cross. It is a way, how everyone by donating their time and skills can help other people in need. The Latvian Red Cross, which is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, operates in accordance with this principle. Join …

Help us to help! Every year, people in crisis situations turn to the Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) for help and support. Each of your donations helps us to implement social assistance programs (health centres, shelters and social care and rehabilitation centers, provide home care, etc.), to reduce social exclusion in various social risk groups and …

  The goal of LSK is to promote the blood donation movement in Latvia, as well as to attract donors to provide blood to people in need. Share your life! The unpaid blood donor movement means direct public participation in health care. Throughout the world, it is provided by blood services in partnership with the …

LSK Office “Home Care” The LSK office “Home Care” provides care services to people in Riga and the regions of Aizkraukle, Alūksne, Bauska, Jēkabpils, and Talsi.  Services Offered: Long-term or short-term home care provision Specialized vehicle services Who Might Need Home Care? Seniors and individuals who cannot care for themselves People who have difficulty performing …

The goal of LatRC is to provide social care to people who need it the most — the socially vulnerable, old-aged, lonely, ill people, people with special needs, families with children. In the area of health and social services, LatRC operates in various directions. We encourage reading about the LatRC social support programmes and social …

The aim of the LatRC is to ensure that citizens of Latvia are ready to react to critical health and safety risks. To ensure that Latvian citizens are ready to provide care, the LatRC will tailor first aid courses to the needs of particular groups and provide training in various places within the country. The LatRC is …

Every year the LatRC actively provides first aid services in various places of public activities, like cultural and sporting event.    Contact information Contact person 7 Gaiziņa Street, Riga, LV-1010 Telephone: +371 27834274 E-mail: pirmapalidziba@redcross.lv Head of the First Aid and Emergency Situations Programme: Lauris Mainieks Coordinator of the First Aid and Emergency Situations Programme: …

Every year, Latvian Red Cross organises first aid competition for pupils to improve knowledge of children and youngsters about first aid and prepare them for critical situations. Every year in more than 10 regions in Latvia teams of pupils compete in first aid competitions by showing their knowledge and what they learned before.  Contact information …

Anyone can accidently become a victim.  Anyone can also be an eyewitness to an accident and a provider of first aid.  Therefore, it is vital to acquire first aid skills in order to be able to provide first aid to oneself and others without being afraid. LatRC offers both training on the provision of first …

Contact information Contact person Gaiziņa Street 7, Riga, LV-1010Phone: +371 67336650 E-mail: lauris.mainieks@redcross.lv Head of the First Aid and Emergency Situations Programme: Lauris Mainieks Coordinator of the First Aid and Emergency Situations Programme: Evita Semule Coordinator of the First Aid and Emergency Situations Programme: Reinis Reiniks The aim of the Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) is …

Contact information Contact person Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1010  Tel.:+371 67336651 e-mail: secretariat@redcross.lv     The Health Promotion Programme includes the following tasks: to improve the quality of health promotion measures by coordinating them with activities of other organisations and institutions; to take an active part in health promotion activities organised by the state and …

Contact information Contact person Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1010 Phone: +371 67686304E-mail: gundega.dambe@redcross.lv     34 health centres of the LatRC operate in Latvia providing various services. Free services: Consultations of nurses or physician’s assistants. Consultations are available without prior registration (upon the request of the visitor, it is also possible to register for a consultation). During …

Contact information Contact person Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1010 Phone: +371 67336651 E-mail:secretariat@redcross.lv    The objective of the LatRC is to popularise non-remunerated blood donors movement in Latvia, as well as to attract donors in order to provide blood for persons in need. Share life! The non-remunerated blood donors movement is direct participation of citizens in …

    Services provided at HIV prevention points: Rapid testing for HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and syphilis; pre- and post-test counselling; Counselling and information on HIV/AIDS, STIs, prevention and treatment of hepatitis B and C; Needle and syringe exchange for people who use drugs; Free condoms; Counselling on addiction issues; Information on treatment and …

    The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, born of a desire to bring assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the battlefield, endeavours, in its international and national capacity, to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. Its purpose is to protect life and health and to ensure respect …

  Contact information Contact person Phone.: +371 67686312 E-mail: agnese.trofimova@redcross.lv Ms Solvita Bespalova Assistant  of International and Public Relations The Latvian Red Cross (hereinafter – LatRC) is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies (hereinafter – IFRC). Its mission is to protect and improve the living conditions of …

  Contact information Contact information Working hours Adrese: Riga, Sarlotes St 1D Phone.: +371 67212775, +371 25900071 E-mail: aprupemajas@redcross.lv Homepage: www.redcross.lv Administratior: Alda Riza Working days 09:00-17:00 LatRC provides services of specialized road transport vehicles for transporting persons with special needs in Riga. SERVICES OFFERED AND PRICES: Minimum fare for a trip is 40.00 EUR (up to 20 …

Contact information Contact person E-mail: meklesana@redcross.lv Phone: +371 26143344 Working hours: Monday – Thurday 9:00 – 17:00, Friday 9:00 – 16:00 Customer acceptance by prior arrangement, phone: ++371 26143344 Address: Gaizina Street 7, Riga, Latvia, Social centre “Gaizins” Tracing Service Coordinator: Katrīna Anna Krūklīte The International Red Cross Commitee (ICRC) and National Red Cross and Red …

Project closed in 11 February, 2020.  AVAIL – “Amplifying the voices of asylum seekers and refugees for integration and lifeskills” (No. 776175) Project implementation period: 12 February, 2018 –  11 February, 2020 Project partners: British Red Cross (leading organization), Latvian Red Cross, Italian Red Cross, Irish Red Cross, under the lead of the International Federation of Red Cross and …

The Association “Latvian Red Cross” implements the project  “Climb Higher, See Further” (No. DIKS-19-718-lī) since 1 April 2019. The project is financed by the Education, Culture and Sports Department of Rīga City Council. Project implementation period: 1 April 2019 – 1 November 2019 Objective: The objective of the project is to facilitate active participation of the customers of …

Project “Social integration and meaningful participation of disadvantaged families in an inclusive society” Project implementation period: September 2018 – November 2019 The project is funded by the Nordic Council of Ministers Project is implemented in partnership between the the Danish Red Cross, Belarus Red Cross and the Latvian Red Cross. The project aims to strengthen Red Cross capacities in social …

  Since 17 December 2018, the Association “Latvian Red Cross” implements the project  “One Life”. The project is financed by the Education, Culture and Sports Department of Rīga City Council. Project implementation period: 17 December 2018 – 31 March 2019  Objective: Improvement of youngsters’ competences in cooperation, team work and provision of first aid, as well as …

Project implementation period: 1 January, 2019 –  31 March, 2021 Project No: 826529 Project partners, 7 EU member states in Baltic Sea macro-region: Finnish Red Cross (leading organization), Danish Red Cross, Estonian Red Cross, Latvian Red Cross, Lithuanian Red Cross, Polish Red Cross, German Red Cross. Russian and Swedish Red Cross are invited to participate in …

Since 1 January 2019, the structural unit of the association “Latvian Red Cross”, “Latvian Red Cross Youth” implements project “BREATH[E] – Breathe to Be Happy”. Project implementation period: 1 January 2019 – 30 September 2019 Objective: To facilitate mental health of 60 Latvian youngsters and improve their knowledge, to reduce stereotypes about the topic. Project implementation …

Project No. 2019-3-LV02-KA105-002334 Project implementation period: 1 April 2019 – 31 August 2019 Objective: To facilitate understanding of climate change impact on the frequency of natural disasters, their severity and global scope, discovering new opportunities how to facilitate knowledge-based lifestyle and action, including in regard to activities implemented by the Red Cross. Project partners: associations “Latvian …

2016: Provision of social worker and social mentor services to asylum seekers and persons with the status of refugee or alternative status Contact information: Society Integration Foundation Contact information: Latvian Red Cross Ilze Dūmiņa Head of Project implementation unit Phone: 67078187 E-mail: Ilze.Dumina@sif.gov.lv Agnese Trofimova Head of the International and Public Relations Programme Phone. 67686312 …

Project “Towards Tomorrow” (No. DIKS—16-404-lī) Project implementation period: 1 March 2016 – 30 November Objective: to facilitate improvement of the quality of life and integration in society of customer of the LatLRC ĪUMS “Burtnieks”, age 3 to 70, without a permanent place of residence or persons in crisis, thereby facilitating creation of united society in Riga. The …

Project closed 31 October, 2016. Project  “Strengthening the capacity of the Latvian Red Cross in the health field”, No. 2016.LV/NVOF/DAP/MAC/047/24 (hereinafter – Project) is implemented with the support of the Social Integration Foundation, within the framework of the programme financed by the Latvian state budget “NGO Foundation”. Project implementation period: 1 January 2016 – 31 October …

The project ended on March 31, 2017. Since the end of November, the structural unit of the Association “Latvian Red Cross”, Latvian Red Cross Youth implements the project  “Let’s Create” (No. DIKS–16–3254–lī). The project is financed by the Education, Culture and Sports Department of Rīga City Council. The objective of the project “Let’s Create” is to …

Project “Zinošs, tātad varošs” (“Knowing Means Doing”) Since 1 March 2017, the Association “Latvian Red Cross” implements the project  “Knowing Means Doing” (No. DIKS-17-571-lī). The project is financed by the Education, Culture and Sports Department of Rīga City Council. Project implementation period: 1 March 2017 – 13 November 2017 Objective: To facilitate active participation of the customers …

  Project closed in 30 August, 2017. Since 15 May 2017, the association “Latvian Red Cross” implements the project “I Decide, I Do” (No. 3.4.-20), that is implemented in cooperation with the association “Latvian Civic Alliance” and Ministry of Culture within the framework of the project “On Carrying Out Certain State Administration Objectives in the Sphere of Civic …

  Youth exchange “Doing local, changing global” (Nr. 2017-1-LV02-KA105-001517) Leading coordinator: The Latvian Red Cross Partners: Estonian Red Cross, Portuguese Red Cross, The Netherlands Red Cross, German Red Cross, Austrian Red Cross. Project implementation period: 15th of May – 14th of September, 2017 Project implementation regions: Riga, Riga region, Smiltene and Valka regions Aims and objectives: 1) to provide …

The project ended on December 31, 2015. Pursuant to the NGO action support programme (hereinafter – ASP) of the European Economic Area and Norwegian Financial Mechanism for 2009 – 2014, the Council of the Society Integration Foundation has approved project No. 2012.EEZ/DAP/MAC/086 submitted by the association “Latvian Red Cross” “Regular Operations of Latvian Red Cross in the Field of …

  On 19 February 2018, a contract was concluded between the association “Latvian Red Cross” and Society Integration Foundation on motivation and support service provision to socially excluded persons and persons subjected to discrimination risk in Ziemeļlatgale, Vidzeme and Riga regions. Project implementation period: February 2018 – May 2019 Objective: to provide motivation and support services (change agents …

2018 – 2019: Provision of social worker and social mentor services to asylum seekers and persons with the status of refugee or alternative status Contact information: Society Integration Foundation Contact information: Latvian Red Cross Karīna Dzene Programme Coordinator Tel. 67078226 e-mail: karina.dzene@sif.gov.lv Gundega Rupenheite Project manager Tel. 28379100 e-mail: gundega.rupenheite@redcross.lv Pursuant to procurement contract No. S-SIF-2018-13 …

Since 8 January 2018, the association “Latvian Red Cross” implements the project “My 100 Volunteer Working Hours for Latvia” (No. 2018.LV/NVOF/DAP/MAC/012/25) financed by the Society Integration Foundation, within the NGO foundation. Project implementation period: 8 January 2018 – 31 October 2018  Objective: To improve the registration system of the voluntary movement of LatRC and to implement new …

  Pursuant to the NGO project programme of the European Economic Area and Norwegian Financial Mechanism for 2009 – 2014, LatRC implements project No. 2012.EEZ/PP/2/MAC/016/037 “We Live Together in Our Country”. Objective: to improve the quality of life for people of different age groups subjected to social exclusion risk in Latgale region, involving ethnic minorities …

Project closed in 31 January, 2015. Project No. 2012.EEZ/PP/1/MEC/074/038 “Volunteer Social Work as Basis for Improved Quality of Life” is implemented within the framework of the EEA financial mechanism programme “NGO Foundation” sub-programme “NGO Project Programme”. Project implementation period: 1 December 2013 – 31 January 2015 Objective: to improve the quality of life of different age inhabitants subjected …

  The association “Latvian Red Cross” has implemented project No. IF/2013/1.a./12 “Open to the World, Open to Diversity”, supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia, European Fund for the Integration of third-country nationals, programme of 2013, Activity 1 “a” “Language and Adaptation Programme Development for Integration of Third-Country Citizens and Establishment of …

The project ended on May, 2016. European Project: Enhancing disaster management preparedness for the older population in the EU – PrepAGE Leading coordination partner: The Austrian Red Cross. Partners: The University of Innsbruck, the Bulgarian Red Cross, the Croatian Red Cross, the Latvian Red Cross and the British Red Cross. Project implementation period: April 2014 – May 2016 …

  The project ended on March, 2015. European project – Aware & Resilient “Improving disaster preparedness by sharing information, strengthening communities and acting together” Lead: Austrian Red Cross Project partners: Bulgarian, French, Romanian and Latvian Red Crosses and the French Ministry for Ecology Sustainable Development , Transport and Habitation Project duration: April 2013 to March 2015. Background A host …

The association “Latvian Red Cross” (hereinafter – LatRC) implements the action programme of the European Union approved by the State Education Development Agency in the sphere of Lifelong learning for 2007–2013, Leonardo da Vinci, sub-programme Mobility (People in Labour market) project No. 2013-1-LV1-LEO02-05174 „Best Practice, Competences, and Skill Improvement of the Heads of Committees of the Latvian …

  European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument Latvian, Lithuanian and Belarussian Cross-Border Cooperation Programme. Project “Project for the socially vulnerable groups of people to improve the volunteer care system in Lithuania, Latvia and Belarus” (LLB-2-157) Project implementation period: December 2013 – December 2014 General objective: to facilitate the territorial cohesion of border zone of Latvia, Lithuania and Belarus, …

Project Implementation of the EU Host Nation Support Guidelines, No ECHO/SUB/2012/638451 Leading coordination partner: Icelandic Red Cross Partners, associated beneficiaries: Latvian Red Cross, Irish Red Cross, Polish Red Cross, Finnish Red Cross and International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Project implementation period: February 2013 – March 2015 Background: In 2009-10, the National Red Cross Societies …

The Social Centre “Gaiziņš” on 7 Gaiziņa Street, Riga. The service has been provided since 2009. Since 2016, employees, including doctor’s assistants, ensure operations all day long. ersons are declared in Riga, outside Riga and from different countries: England, Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Estonia, Cameroon, Russia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Finland, Ukraine, Germany, Sweden. …

Contact information Contact person Sarlotes Street 1D, Riga, LV-1001, Latvia Phone: +371 67686306 E-mail: andris.kikusts@redcross.lv Head of Humanitarian Aid Program: Andris Kikusts Think before you throw out! One area of activity of the LatRC is the provision of humanitarian aid to people who cannot afford to supply basic needs for themselves (food, clothing, school books, etc.). The LatRC operates …

Low-cost shops of the LatRC branches operate throughout Latvia. In order to acquire more detailed information please contact the respective LatRC branches or address the Secretariat of the LatRC at 1D Šarlotes Street, Riga, or call + 371 67336651, or write an e-mail to: secretariat@redcross.lv. 

The LatRC offers the possibility to rent technical aids (crutches, walking-sticks, rollators, wheelchairs for the disabled persons, toilette chairs etc.). When renting the technical aids, the person is registered by giving the personal identity number, the address and the telephone number. A security deposit is charged for the provided inventory. Rental of the technical aids is …

Wording of the Statutes approved by XVIII Congress of the Latvian Red Cross Riga, 24 November 2017   STATUTES Society “Latvian Red Cross”   SECTION 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1.                  Official Name and Foundation 1.1. Name of the society is “Latvian Red Cross” (hereinafter referred to as LatRC). 1.2. LatRC was founded on 20 November 1918. LatRC is …

Implemented international projects by LatRC Project “Knowledge into action: Climate Change Consequences” Project “BALTPREP – enhancing regional preparedness and response capacity for major accidents in the Baltic Sea region” Project “Social integration and meaningful participation of disadvantaged families in an inclusive society” Project “AVAIL – “Amplifying the voices of asylum seekers and refugees for integration …

LatRC annual report 2023 HERE! LatRC annual report 2022 HERE! LatRC annual report 2021 HERE! LatRC annual report 2020 HERE! LatRC annual report 2019 HERE! LatRC annual report 2018 HERE! LatRC annual report 2017 HERE! LatRC annual report 2016 HERE! LatRC annual report 2015  HERE! LatRC annual report 2014 HERE! LatRC annual report 2013 HERE! LatRC annual report 2012 HERE! LatRC annual …

Contact information Contact person Phone: (+371) 27611953 E-mail: jolanta.voita@redcross.lv Jolanta Voita, Coordinator of Family Assistant Service The family assistant service is a rehabilitation service at the location of a person and it provides the needed care and training for obtaining social skills – childcare and parenting, starting an independent life, household management, dealing with employment …

  The Boris and Ināra Teterev Foundation AGIHAS – SUPPORT GROUP for PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS Embassy of the United Arab Emirates to the Republic of Latvia European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development The EEA and Norway Grants Fazer Futurus Food Huggies Agency for International Programs for Youth Cinema “Citadele” Latvian Medical Association (LMA) Ethnographic …

The Latvian Red Cross (hereinafter – LatRC) is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent National societies (hereinafter – IFRC), whose mission is to protect and improve the living conditions of vulnerable people, whose survival, social and economic security by mobilizing and human dignity is most affected by various risk …

The Latvian Red Cross (hereinafter – LatRC) is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent National societies (hereinafter – IFRC), whose mission is to protect and improve the living conditions of vulnerable people, whose survival, social and economic security by mobilizing and human dignity is most affected by various risk …

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Eva Rubene, volunteer of LatRC and LatRC Youth “I am Eva and I am the volunteer of the LatLRC. How did it happen? It was during secondary school, I think at Form 11, when the geography teacher who was the head of LatLRC Rēzekne Committee Youth Unit at the time informed us about the tasks …

  2019 – 2022: Provision of social worker and social mentor services to asylum seekers and persons with the status of refugee or alternative status Contact information: Society Integration Foundation Contact information: Latvian Red Cross Karīna Dzene Programme Coordinator Tel. 67078226 e-mail: karina.dzene@sif.gov.lv Patricija Gulbe Project manager Tālr.: +371 20200795 e-pasts: patricija.gulbe@redcross.lv On 1 December, 2019, …

Latvian Red Cross implements an international youth exchange project “A principle a day keeps the Red Cross AWAKE” Nr. 2020-3-LV02-KA105-003538. Project implementation period: March 7, 2021 – December 6, 2021. Aim: By the end of the project, 20 Red Cross volunteers from Latvia and Italy, aged 16-25, have learned the history of the Red Cross, …

In March 2020, COVID0-19 pandemics started in Latvia. Despite of the crisis, Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) continued to provide help and services: Distribution of EU Support packages (food, hygiene, school supplies, hot meals); All 17 Social care, rehabilitation, crisis and day care centers; Home Care service, at the beginning of 2021 Home Care service was …

Approved at the XVIII Congress of Latvian Red Cross 24 November 2017 Society “Latvian Red Cross” (LatRC) Strategy 2030 Latvian Red Cross` (LatRC) Strategy has been developed on the basis of Strategy 2020 which has been developed and approved by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the International Committee of the Red Cross …

With the decision of the Society Integration Foundation of Latvia, the Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) is implementing a project “Get vaccinated: stay safe” (No. 2021.LV/NVO_VAK/2). The project is financed from a program “Support for NGOs in informing the society about the vaccination against COVID-19”. “We are aware that there are people, who are willing to …

Latvian Red Cross Youth Latvian Red Cross Youth (LatRCY) is a division of the Latvian Red Cross (LatRC), which unites young people who are LatRC members or volunteers, to support youth initiatives, promote involvement in non-formal education and to endorse meaningful free time activities, as well as carry out the LatRC’s humanitarian work for the …

The Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) together with the Finnish RC (main coordinator), the Lithuanian RC and the Estonian RC have been implementing the European Union-funded project “EvRe – Evacuation Ready” since January 2022. Context & overall objectives Baltic states Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania as well as Finland are geographically situated in the eastern coast of …

The main goal of the project is to organize a sewing training workshop for 10 low-income women or women living in poverty who want to acquire sewing skills and provide income for themselves and their families with the help of these skills will be set up on May 16 in Daugavpils, Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) …

The Latvian Red Cross and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) launched a new campaign asking people to “Be There” for children in conflict zones around the world who need health care. The ICRC and its Red Cross and Red Crescent partners estimate that one in 10 children worldwide is affected by armed …

  Psihoemocionālā palīdzība        Psychological and emotional support             Психологічна та емоційна підтримка   Since March 2023, the Latvian Red Cross has been implementing the international project “EU4Health – Provision of quality and timely psychological first aid to people affected by Ukraine crisis in Ukraine and impacted countries” in …

We organise various events, seminars, training camps, campaigns and other activities in the following programmes: first aid, health promotion and accountability for a sustainable environment, social integration, eradication of violence and discrimination, popularisation of LatRC and LatRCY ideas, and regional and international cooperation.

We learn first aid and teach it to others. You have the opportunity to become a peer first aid educator, learn to do make-up to immitate wounds, as a volunteer host quizzes, demonstrations, create games on the topic of first aid, and organise other activities to instruct peers and children on how to act in …

We organise seminars, competitions, campaigns on subjects relevant to the youth, for example, mental health, sexual health, HIV/AIDS etc. We value being healthy and we care also about the health of others. We hold important the environment around us which affects our health. We collectively learn about the green lifestyle and support its incorporation into …

We visit nursing homes, orphanages, crisis centres and other institutions to bring joy to those who lack it. We sometimes play board games or sing together. On other occasions, we jointly go on lovely excursions and operate in creative workshops.  

We talk to the youth about such subjects as race, distinct appearance, differences in religion and culture, social group differences etc. We boost tolerance and host events, for example, “Live Libraries” where we provide the youth with an opportunity to openly discuss and learn about various unclear questions which can create a misunderstanding or unnecessary …

We believe in humanism, therefore we talk to others about the basic principles of the Red Cross, as well as share experiences with our members, volunteers on the Latvian and global level, organising projects, conferences, and training.

          We are glad that those working in LatRC and LatRCY are active, selfless, positive, brave, and kind. Each of these people has their own story, experience, and moment when their path started in the Red Cross movement. We appreciate our volunteers being so diverse, with different world views; however, they …

In April 2023, Latvian Red Cross started to implement the project financially supported by the International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC) in the emergency program of Ukraine and its affected countries. Within the framework of the LRC program, the following activities will be implemented in the period from April 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024: …

Contact information Contact person Phone: +371 67686304 E-mail: ineta.klusa@redcross.lv Acting Head of the program in LatRC: Ineta Kluša-Orlovska Latvian RC continues to provide support within the framework of the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) program to reduce material insecurity. ESF+ support packages are issued to needy families (individuals) in a crisis situation and low-income families …

In 2023, the Latvian Red Cross Youth (LatRCY) celebrated its one-hundredth anniversary. During the central event of the year – LatRCY 100th anniversary conference – representatives of other national societies and their youth units greeted members and volunteers of Latvian Red Cross Youth. Here we offer a summary video of all of the greetings from …

Our goal is to provide professional medical assistance delivered by knowledgeable and experienced general care nurses with an individualized approach. Requirements for Accessing Home Health Care: To access home health care services, a referral from a family doctor or specialist is required.

Mindful breathing Find a quiet place where you can sit or lie down. Close your eyes and focus on your breathing. Slowly inhale through your nose, feeling the air fill your belly. Slowly exhale through your mouth, concentrating on the flow of your breath. Repeat this cycle for 5-10 minutes until you feel your mind …

Deep breathing with the child Sit beside the child and gently explain that you’ll be breathing together. Ask the child to take a deep breath in through their nose and slowly exhale through their mouth, using hand movements to visually guide them. Alternatively: Encourage the child to imagine themselves as a balloon, slowly inflating (deep …

  Active listening and validation Choose a quiet place where both of you feel comfortable talking. Listen attentively without interrupting or offering advice. Reflect back on what you’ve heard, such as, “It sounds like this situation really worries you.” By validating emotions, you show that they’re understood and accepted. This approach fosters safety and openness …

Emergency Contacts in Latvia: Unified Emergency Assistance Number, State Fire and Rescue Service: 112 Emergency Medical Assistance: 113 or 112 State Police: 110 or 112 Latvian Gas Emergency Service: 114 or 112 Free 24/7 Crisis Hotlines and Specialized Assistance: 24/7 Crisis Hotline – first psychological aid: 116123 Child and Adolescent Helpline: 116111 Gambling Addiction Support …

Crisis Centers and Emotional Support Organizations Crisis and Counseling Center “Skalbes”. Address: Kungu iela 34, Riga, LV-1050. Phone: +371 24551700. Foundation “Dardedze Center“. Address: Cieceres iela 3a, Riga, LV-1002. Phone: +371 67600685, WhatsApp: +371 29556680. Youth Resource Center. Support for young people aged 12 to 25 in various cities across Latvia. Phone: +371 25 737 …

The project “Baltic Civil Defense Cooperation for Complex Emergencies” focuses on enhancing disaster resilience across Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia by addressing critical gaps in preparedness, coordination, and resource sharing. Key Objectives Improved Coordination: organize simulation exercises to strengthen cooperation among disaster risk management stakeholders. Capacity Building: implement targeted training programs, including First Aid (FA) and …

The Latvian Red Cross (LatRC) is implementing a project under the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, supported by Swiss Contribution funding. The initiative aims to reduce social and economic disparities within the European Union. Through various activities, the LatRC promotes the integration of asylum seekers, refugees, and displaced persons into Latvian …

“Positive Aging Hub” – for a life after 55 that is active, meaningful, and fulfilling! Both Latvia and Lithuania face a shared societal challenge: an aging population. With an increasing number of people reaching retirement age, it is crucial to ensure that aging does not mean isolation, loneliness, or a passive lifestyle. Unfortunately, many older …

Project title: ESSI Baltic “Promoting Employment and Social Integration with Innovative Solutions for Ukrainian Civilians in the Baltic States” Project acronym: ESF-SI-2024-UA-01-0060 Project description: The goal of “ESSI Baltic” is to help Ukrainian civilians who have taken refuge in the Baltic States better integrate into local society and the labor market. The project’s activities aim …