Remediation projects of three historically polluted sites have been started
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development have signed contracts with Augšdaugava Municipality and Liepāja Special Economic Zone Authority in July, launching all projects of the Norway Grants climate and environment programme Open Call “Mitigation of Risks Related to Historically Contaminated Sites”. The projects will clean up historically contaminated sites by spring 2024, which […]
Historical oil contamination remediation is started in Ventspils
In July, in the territory of Ventspils former wastewater treatment plant complex “Ūdeka” and in the territory of the oil main pipeline route, the Ventspils Freeport Authority starts a remediation project to clean these sites from historical oil contamination and to stop further spread of it. The project will clean up historically oil-contaminated sites by […]
Scientists have started to create a database about the Baltic States in the last 100 years
Scientists from the Baltic states and Norway have started building a database of information on the Baltic states including gross domestic product (GDP) figures that will cover the past 100 years. In May 2021, Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences (hereinafter – ViA) with partners from Universities of Tartu and Vilnius as well as the Norwegian […]
EEA grants Open Call for creation of professional contemporary art and culture products for children and youth receives 29 applications
Ministry of Culture has received 29 applications in the first round of the EEA Grants Programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” open call “Support for the Creation of Professional Art and Cultural Products for Children and Youth”. The goal of this EEA Grants open call is to provide support for the development of […]
63 enterprises submitted project applications for the open call of the Norway grants Business and Innovation programme
In support of the introduction of green industry innovation and IT solutions for the production of new products, 63 enterprises submitted applications for a total grant amount of 42.6 million euros. The conditions of the open call for the Norway grants Programme “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies” stipulates that the […]
Grants available for developing welfare technologies with support up to 130 000 euros
Development of new technologies in a business can ensure productivity growth and boost competitiveness in domestic and export markets. At the same time, it is a way to improve the welfare for different population groups. One of the priorities of the Norway Grants is to support the development of welfare technologies. This area covers products […]
Additional opportunities for universities and research organizations in EEA and Norway grants projects
Today, on 29 June 2021, the government supported the changes proposed by the Ministry of Education and Science in the regulations on the European Economic Area (EEA) and Norway Grants programme Research and Education activities Baltic Research Programme and Scholarships. The amendments provide additional opportunities for Latvian higher education institutions and research organizations. Latvian, Norwegian, […]
Entrepreneurship will be promoted in the Riga Planning Region
On 17 June 2021, the first contract for the pre-defined project of the EEA Grants Regional Development and Cultural Cooperation Programme was signed. The Riga Planning Region (RPR) will promote the region’s competitiveness, employment and sustainable and inclusive growth. Until the spring of 2024, RPR in cooperation with the project partner – the Westland Regional […]
International Police Cooperation Programme recent developments
On 16th of June 2021, by remote video conference, during the 7th Cooperation Committee meeting EEA Grants 2014–2021 programme “International Police Cooperation and Fight against Crime” (Programme) recent developments and achievements were discussed with key Programme stakeholders, as well as a renewed plan of Bilateral Cooperation Fund initiatives was approved. The Ministry of the Interior, […]
Latgale entrepreneurs have the opportunity to receive a grant for the development and growth of their business
Today, on June 17, the grant scheme call “Support for the Implementation of Business Ideas in Latgale” of the EEA grant program “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” was announced. With the support of EEA grants, Latvia has managed to implement several significant projects over the last 10 years, including investment in reducing social […]
Semi-annual news of the Regional Development and Culture programme
Today, on 15 June 2021, a meeting of the Cooperation Committee of the European Economic Area Grants Regional Development and Culture Programme (programme) took place online. During the meeting, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MEPRD), the Ministry of Culture and the Latgale Planning Region together with Norwegian Ambassador to Latvia Kristian Ødegaard, […]
Funding has been granted for the remediation of three historically polluted sites
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development has approved remediation projects of three historically polluted sites for the total amount of 11.9 million EUR. This will improve the quality of the environment in contaminated sites and prevent risks to public health. With the help of Norway Grant, investments in the rehabilitation of Latvia’s environment […]
Do not miss the opportunity to apply for the open call!
To recall, by 30th June, it is possible to submit project applications for for the purchase of new equipment with the objective of initiating production and introduction of a new product into production within the framework of the open call “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies” for the Norwegian Financial Mechanism […]
About life and opportunities for cooperation during a pandemic
Looking back at the opening event of the program “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” (program) organized by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development on March 24, 2021, in which participated government and municipality institutions, entrepreneurs and non-governmental organizations, we offer an interview with the winner of one of the competitions – […]
Support available to entrepreneurs for development of new products or technologies
On 7th June, the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) is announcing a call for proposals “Development of green industry innovation and ICT products” in the Norwegian Financial Mechanism’s programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s”. Through this small grant scheme, entrepreneurs have the possibility to attract co-financing of up to 130 000 euros. “One of […]
EEA Grants and children’s rights protection in Latvia – discussion “Children 2025”
On June 1st, 2021, International Children’s Day, an online strategic discussion “Children 2025” took place with initiation from the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Welfare of the Republic of Latvia. During the event, insights into the importance of protecting children’s rights were discussed, including orphan court reform, implementation of the principle of the […]
The Climate and Environment Programme is actively moving forward
Today, on 26 May 2021, a meeting of the Cooperation Committee of the Norway Grants Climate and Environment Programme took place. During the meeting, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MoEPRD) discussed with the Kingdom of Norway Ambassador to Latvia – Kristian Ødegaard, representatives of the Norwegian Environment Agency, the Norwegian Financial Mechanism […]
Sustainable progress in the implementation of EEA and Norwegian grants
On Thursday, 27 May, the annual European Economic Area (EEA) and Norway grants meeting took place. The Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and representatives of the line ministries discussed with representatives of the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Financial Mechanism Office, as well as the Embassy of Norway and Iceland the […]
The Nature House in Liepaja invites to the open-air exhibition about birds
One of the first heralds of spring is birds that travel through or return home to start nesting. This time the birds have also arrived at the Nature House of the Science and Education Innovation Center (ZIIC) of the Liepaja Municipal Education Department. This spring, the Nature House houses the travelling exhibitions “Let’s Get to […]
With the support of Norway Grants first lessons of the new mentor training programme are taking place in the Latvian Prison Administration
This week, the first lessons of the new mentor training programme are taking place in the Latvian Prison Administration. The new programme has been implemented with the support of Norway Grants and representatives of the Norwegian Correctional Service who will also participate in its implementation and share their professional experience.The Director General of the Latvian […]
VIAA introduces the representatives of the approved projects of the Baltic Research Programme with the project implementation
On May 14, 2021, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) organizes an informative online seminar for the Baltics Research Programme eight approved project implementers to introduce them to the legal framework of the programme, the conditions for the implementation of projects, as well as publicity requirements. Representatives from the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, […]
One in five Latvian residents and entrepreneurs tolerates involvement in corrupt activities
A public opinion poll conducted by the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) shows that one in five residents and entrepreneurs tolerate giving bribes to state or municipal officials, similarly acknowledging making informal payments, giving gifts or using personal contacts over the past two years to deal with a variety of professional or domestic situations. […]
The implementation of 8 projects start in the Baltic Research Programme in Latvia
In the 3rd call of Baltic Research Programme 8 research projects from the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, Institute of Solid State Physics, Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Center, as well as Vidzeme University of applied Sciences have received funding from the European Economic Area Grants (EEA) and started the implementation of the projects. The […]
Installation “Ant House” opens the exhibition of the Nature House
At the end of April, at the Liepaja Municipal Education Departments co-creation space, Nature House of the Science and Education Innovation Center (ZIIC) an installation called “Ant House” was opened. The installation has been developed within the Norway Grants project “Development of the Innovation Center in Liepaja City”. The installation will be supplemented with interest […]
5 higher education institutions have applied for the Scholarships project call
The project applications for the European Economic Area and the Norway grant (EEA/N) programme “Research and Education” have been submitted by 5 universities: Riga Stradins University, Latvian Academy of Culture, University of Latvia, Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies and Riga Technical University. The project call, which was open until 12 April 2021, provides […]
Support available to small and medium-sized enterprises for application of new products and technologies
On 14th April, the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) is announcing a call for proposals “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies” in the Norway grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs”. The objective of the call is increased competitiveness for Latvian enterprises within the focus areas of green industry […]
Join networking event to establish partnership within Norway Grants programme
Small and medium-sized enterprises planning to apply for the Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs” support are welcome to attend the online networking event for enhancing bilateral relations aiming to attract Norwegian project partner for project implementation. The event aims to promote cooperation between Latvian enterprise and Norwegian R&D institution as well as […]
1st round of the EEA Grants open call for the creation of new professional arts and culture products for children and youth launched
On 31 March the Ministry of Culture launched the first round of the EEA Grants Programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” open call “Support for the Creation of Professional Art and Cultural Products for Children and Youth” with total available funding of 1 915 412 euro. The goal of the EEA Grants open […]
Welcome – we are open! The focus of the programme in 7 minutes.
Videos are now available from the opening event (24 March 2021) of the Local development and culture programme, organized by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MoEPRD) and watched by more than 250 participants from Latvia and Norway. The online event was attended by representatives of municipalities and state institutions, cultural institutions, and […]
Educational institutions invited to apply children for free classes about insects in Nature House
From March 17, Liepaja City Education Board Science and Education Innovation Center’s (ZIIC) Nature House invites educational institutions all over Latvia to apply children for free online classes “Insects”. Classes are intended for children from 5 to 6 years of age and 3rd to 6th-grade pupils. For pre-school groups (5 to 6 years old) the […]
Business and Innovation pre-identified project invited to submit a project application
On March 18th, the Programme Operator of Norway Grants “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” programme approved the regulation on project evaluation for the pre-defined project “Tech Business centre”. Same day an invitation to submit a pre-defined project application has been sent to the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia. The period for submitting the project […]
Get inspired and learn more about the Programme!
The opening event of the EEA Grants Programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” will take place next week, on March 24, 2021. Latvian experts will help to get acquainted with the Programme activities, learn about opportunities to participate in them, as well as international experts will provide insight into the challenges of intercultural […]
Programme “International police cooperation” progress
The Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Latvia as the EEA Grants 2014-2021 Programme “International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime” Operator has actively worked towards successful implementation of the Programme. During the last quarter, the Programme Operator has focused on work towards approving the last two pre-defined projects of the Programme, activating formal and […]
Participate in the opening event of the EEA grants programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation”!
On March 24, 2021, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MEPRD) in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture (MC), the Norwegian Association of Local and Regional Authorities (KS) and Arts Council of Norway is organizing an online opening event for the European Economic Area (EEA) grants Local Development and Culture programme. Municipalities, entrepreneurs, […]
The Science and Innovation Centre employees meet with Norwegian partners
On 25 February 2021 in order to promote fellowship, discuss the progress of the project, and share experiences, employees of the Norway grant project “Development of the Innovation Center in Liepaja city” of Liepaja Municipal Education Department organized a meeting with Norwegian partners from the Jaermuseet Regional Museum. The project provides the development and implementation […]
The Ministry of Interior strengthens monitoring mechanism of “International police cooperation” programme to successfully implement projects
On February 25th, 2021 first ever EEA Grant 2014-2021 programme “International police cooperation” (hereinafter – Programme) Project Monitoring Board meeting was held, which is one of the most imperative instruments to ensure successful project implementation monitoring and give stakeholders an official framework to share experience, examples of goods practice and challenges. During the meeting, […]
Recording and presentations from the Scholarships activity launching event are available
The recording and presentations from the project call of the Scholarships activity launching event, which took place on 24 February 2021, are now available. Around 60 university representatives from Latvia, Norway and Liechtenstein gathered at an event organized by the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) to learn about European Economic Area and Norwegian grants (EEA/N) […]
Latvian Prison Administration is improving the training environment for correctional staff
The Latvian Prison Administration (LPA), with the support of Norway Grants, is working to improve the training environment available to correctional staff. Over the last decade, significant changes have taken place in the correctional service system, and the goal of Latvia’s prison reform is not only to enforce modern sentence execution in modern prison infrastructure, […]
Coordinated approach to child victims of violence
On 18th of February 2021 an agreement was signed between the Ministry of Welfare of the Republic of Latvia and the Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Latvia on the implementation of project “Support for Barhanus Implementation in Latvia”. The aim of the project is to create a one-stop support agency for child victims […]
8 projects approved in the Baltic Research Programme
On 18 February 2021, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) approved eight projects in the 3rd call of the Baltic Research Programme. European Economic Area and Norway Grants (EEA/N) funding will receive projects from the University of Latvia, Riga Technical University, Institute of Solid State Physics, Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Center, as well as […]
Universities invited to participate in the launching event of the EEA/N scholarship call
On 24 February 2021, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) in cooperation with the Latvian Ministry of Education and Science (MoES) organizes online launching event of the European Economic Area and Norwegian grant (EEA/N) scholarship activity . Representatives of higher education institutions are invited to participate in the event to find out about the mobility […]
Registration for the launching event of the EEA/N scholarships activity call is open
On 24 February 2021, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Latvia (MoES) will organize an online launching event for the scholarships activity of Latvian call. Accredited higher education institutions are welcome to register for the event for the mobility of students, as well as academic […]
VIAA announces project call for EEA and Norway grant scholarships activity
On 10 February 2021, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) announces an open project call for the European Economic Area and Norway grant (EEA/N) programme “Research and Education” activity for scholarships. Accredited Latvian higher education institutions are welcome to submit project proposals for the mobility of students, as well as academic and administrative staff. The […]
Sustainable management of soil resources will be improved in Latvia
On 27 January 2021, the Ministry of Agriculture starts the implementation of the Norway Grants Climate and Environment Programme of pre‑defined project “Enhancement of sustainable soil resource management in agriculture” with the aim to improve climate policy planning by restoring data on national soil. The project will be implemented in cooperation with the University of […]
EEA grants will support projects to promote access to professional contemporary art and culture for children and youth
On January 28, 2021, the Cabinet of Ministers approved Regulations for the implementation of the Open Call “Support for the creation of professional art and cultural products for children and youth”, which will enable Latvian and donor state organizations to create new cultural products and services for children and youth and enhance the development of […]
In Liepaja youth discusses career choices in environmental fields online
On January 27, a youth discussion on environmental career choices and their perspectives were held by the Nature House of The Science and Education Innovation Centre (ZIIC) of the Liepaja Municipal Education Department. The debate was organized through the Zoom platform in cooperation with the Centre for Debate. The discussion is one of the activities […]
New opportunities to support the implementation of business ideas in Latgale
On January 28, 2021, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the Regulation for the implementation of the Small Grant Scheme “Support for the implementation of business ideas in Latgale” to promote employment and small business development in the Latgale region with the support of EEA grants. The Small Grant Scheme will support projects that will implement […]
Cabinet of Ministers Approves Regulation of “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs” Programme of Norwegian Financial Mechanism
On 7th January 2021, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the regulation of the “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs” Programme of the Norwegian Financial Mechanism 2014-2020. Entrepreneurs will have access to a total of EUR 14,7 million in funding for innovative business development. The Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) will be in charge of […]
LIAA and Innovation Norway organized event to enhance bilateral relations
Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) in cooperation with the program partner “Innovation Norway” organized an online event. The aim of the event was to enhance bilateral relation between Norway’s and Latvian institutions, as well as entrepreneurs, who are seeking for potential project partners. “International Green Industry Innovation and ICT” event was held online […]
Sixth Cooperation Committee meeting of the programme “International Police Cooperation”
On December 14th, 2020 a videoconference of the Cooperation Committee of the EEA Grants 2014 – 2021 programme “International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime” took place to discuss the latest developments and the progress of the programme, as well as the conceptual approval of the Fund for Bilateral Relations activities plan. The Ministry of the […]
Submission of project proposals in the Open Call “Mitigation of Risks Related to Historically Contaminated Sites” closed
On 7th of December 2020, the submission of the Open Call “Mitigation of Risks Related to Historically Contaminated Sites” project proposals in Norway Grants Programme “Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Environment” was concluded. Five project proposals were received within the deadline and the total amount of programme co-financing requested within the projects is EUR 17,9 […]
81 applications received from Latvia in the 3rd competition of the Baltic Research Program
On October 19, 2020, the submission of applications for international cooperation projects for the Baltic Research Program 3rd call of Latvian proposal has been completed. It received 81 applications from 23 Latvian research organizations. 28 research organizations from Norway, 11 from Estonia, 17 from Lithuania, 5 from Iceland, as well as one from Liechtenstein are […]
Regulation for the implementation of business development, good governance principles and cultural cooperation in the regions have been approved
Today, on 4 December 2020, the Regulation on the general conditions of the EEA Grant Programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” and pre-defined project implementation entered into force. With this grant support measures will be implemented in Latvia for the improvement of regional business and good governance, the creation of cultural products and […]
Implementation progress of the EEA grant programme “International Police Cooperation”
The programme International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime benefits from a 15 000 000 € grant through the European Economic Area Grants 2014-2021 and 2 647 059 € as national co-financing. The aim of the programme International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime is to improve crime prevention and investigation in Latvia. As of December 2020, […]
EEA and Norway grant projects active implementation on the start
On Tuesday, 1 December, the annual European Economic Area (EEA) and Norway grants meeting took place. The Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and representatives of the line ministries discussed with representatives of the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Financial Mechanism Office, as well as the Embassy of Norway and Iceland in […]
EEA grant project seminar on the problems of economic crime investigation
On November 12th and 13th, 2020 State Police organized an online seminar “Criminal law norm and criminal procedure interpretation methodology peculiarities: methods of interpretation and application”. The goal of the seminar was to give its participants theoretical and practical knowledge, academic findings and practical techniques in the field of economic crime investigation about criminal law […]
Progress of the Climate and Environment Programme has been discussed
Today, on 26th of November 2020, the Cooperation Committee discussed the progress of implementation of the Norway Grants Programme “Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Environment” and flexible solutions for bilateral cooperation. Intensive work is underway to ensure the implementation of the Norway Grants Climate and Environment Programme. Participants at the Cooperation Committee meeting discussed the […]
Find a sustainable solution from Norway’s best green technology companies with a touch of a button
The world calls for sustainable solutions. Economic, social, and environmental challenges also mean opportunities. Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” (hereinafter – programme) partner “Innovation Norway” continues to promote Norway as a sustainability pioneer and pioneer in green technology. To connect sustainable solutions with companies across the world, programme’s partner “Innovation Norway” has […]
Online match-making event on 1st to 3rd December
In the beginning of 2021 the Ministry of Culture of Latvia plans to launch the EEA Grants open call “Support for the Creation of Professional Arts and Culture Products for Children and Youth“. One of the preconditions to qualify for the funding is to implement the project with Donor Project Partners (partners from Norway, Iceland, […]
The State Revenue Agency will improve the prevention of and fight against cross-border crime
On the July 27th, the Director-General of the State Revenue Service Ieva Jaunzeme and the Deputy State Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Latvia Ingūna Aire signed agreements on the implementation of two major projects: “Preventing and combating economic crime at the Border Crossing Point Terehova” and “Promoting cooperation between […]
Opening of the project “Fight against cross-border crime”
On Thursday, October 1st, the opening event of the program “International Police Cooperation” funded by European Economic Area (EEA) Financial Mechanism for the Period 2014-2021 took place with Director-General of the State Revenue Service Ieva Jaunzeme, Deputy State Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Latvia Ingūna Aire, the current acting […]
Meeting on the progress of the program “International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime” in the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Riga
On the September 22nd 2020 during a work meeting in the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Riga the Ministry of the Interior as the Program Operator informed about the progress on the implementation of the European Economic Area (EEA) Financial Mechanism for the Period 2014-2021 program “International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime”. Program Operator’s manager Deputy […]
One step closer to start the implementation of the projects
Today, on November 12, an online meeting was held for the pre-defined project promoters and their donor project partners of the programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation”. The program plans to implement seven pre-defined projects to promote regional competitiveness and employment, cooperation between municipalities and the quality, capacity, and accessibility of public services. […]
Progress of the programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” was discussed
Intensive work is underway to ensure the implementation of the EEA Grants Program “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation”. In cooperation with the donor programme partners KS International Projects, Kulturrådet and the program partner Ministry of Culture videoconference was held in October 2020 to discuss the progress of the program, bilateral cooperation and the […]
The integration of climate change aspects into sectoral and regional policies will be improved in Latvia
On November 4 of 2020, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MoEPRD) within the framework of the Norway Grants climate and environment programme signed an agreement on the implementation of the pre-defined project “Integration of Climate Change Policy into Sectoral and Regional Policies”. MoEPRD in cooperation with project partners Norwegian Environment Agency, Central […]
Watch the launching video of the Norway Grants Programme “Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Environment”
On November 3rd of 2020, the Norway Grants programme “Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Environment” is launched by publishing an informative video prepared by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MoEPRD). The opening speech of the programme is given by the Minister of Environmental Protection and Regional Development Juris Pūce. The programme is […]
Bilateral cooperation of the programme “Correctional Services” is planned for 2021
In October 2020 the representatives from Latvia and Norway met during the video conference to discuss further activities of bilateral cooperation of the Norway Grants for 2014–2021 programme “Correctional Services” and the project implementation*. Taking into account the restrictions for movement and organization of events as a result of COVID-19 pandemics, video conferences are a […]
Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” is open
On October 15, 2020 the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) launched the long – awaited Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s”. During the event, participants were introduced to the topics that cover main activities of the programme, areas to be supported, available funding and aid intensity. The programme was launched by […]
Equivalent evaluation in Baltic research program will be sequentially determined by quality and co-operation
On 15 October 2020 the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) explains that the Baltic research program, according to the Program Agreement Annex 1 4.2., in the case of equivalent evaluation awarded to the same project application, projects will be ranked in order of priority according to three criteria, including “Quality and efficiency of project implementation […]
Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau will enhance anti-corruption mechanisms
On 6th October this year, Jēkabs Straume, the Director of the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) and Ingūna Aire, Deputy State Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior, signed an agreement on the implementation of the “Support for the establishment of a whistle-blowing system in Latvia” project. KNAB has received support for the implementation […]
Watch a video on the requirements of the Norway Grants programme’s Open Call “Mitigation of Risks Related to Historically Contaminated Sites”
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development has published a video about the Open Call project application requirements of the Norway Grants programme “Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Environment”. An informative video has been prepared for the project applicants of the Open Call “Mitigation of Risks Related to Historically Contaminated Sites” to help them […]
Publication created on findings and recommendations for the creation of high-quality cultural events for children and youth
At a time when the quality of life of both individuals and countries is increasingly influenced by the ability to be creative, critically-thinking, innovative and collaborative, the role of cultural awareness and expression competence is growing worldwide. At the end of 2019 with the support of EEA Grants the Ministry of Culture of Latvia organized […]
Amendments have been made to the regulation of the 3rd project call of the Baltic Research Program
State Education Development Agency Republic of Latvia (VIAA) informs about the technical amendments made to European Economic Area and Norway (EEA / N) Baltic Research Program document “Guidelines for Project Applicants” Annex 2 of the regulations for the selection of Project Applications for the 3rd Call for Proposals. Annexe 2 of the Project Application Regulations, […]
The Addiction Centre in Olaine has been opened
On 5 October 2016, the opening ceremony of the Addiction Centre of Olaine prison was held. The Addiction Centre is intended for inmates with addiction related problems and serves as a pioneer for positive changes in the overall penalty policy and the system of correctional services The opening ceremony was attended by the Minister of […]
Presentations and recording from the launching event of the Baltic Research Program
Presentations, first and the second part of the record of the launching event of the Baltic Research Program 3rd Call in Latvia are now available for the public. State Education Development Agency Republic of Latvia (VIAA) and the Ministry of Education and Science in Latvia (IZM) organized an event on 26th August 2020 on Zoom […]
An additional webinar for the Baltic Research Program competition project applicants will be organized
On September 2, 2020, from 10.00 to 12.30 AM (GMT +3) State Education Development Agency (VIAA) is organizing an informative webinar in Latvian for potential project application submitters about the third call of the Baltic Research Programme in Latvia. On August 26, VIAA in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Latvia (IZM) […]
VIAA organises launching event of the Baltic Research Programme Call in Latvia
On August 26, 2020, the State Education and Development Agency (VIAA) and the Ministry of Education and Science of Latvia (IZM) are organizing Baltic Research Programme 3rd call launching event in Latvia, which is financed by European Economic Area and Norway (EEA/N) grant, to introduce more than 300 potential project applicants to the call requirements. […]
Application for the 3rd Baltic Research Program Call Announced
On 19 August 2020, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Latvia (IZM) announces an application for the 3rd Baltic Research Program Call in Latvia, financially supported by the European Economic Area and Norway (EEA/N) grants. Cooperative projects can be submitted in five science themes: public […]
Daugavpils develops innovation centre in the STEM science field
Today on 14 August 2020 Ms Dita Traidās, Director of the State Education Development Agency (VIAA), and Igors Prelatovs, Chairman of Daugavpils City Council, signed an agreement on the implementation of the Norwegian grant project in Daugavpils. Daugavpils City Council plans to create an interactive environment and new possibilities for acquiring new skills and knowledge […]
The Norway grants programme will provide EUR 125 000 for bilateral contacts
Today, on 11 August 2020, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the regulation for the bilateral fund of the Norway grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs”. The implementation of this programme shall be ensured by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA). The bilateral fund aims to improve cooperation and mutual knowledge and […]
With the support of Norwegian grants, a Space exploration centre will be established in Cēsis
Today, on 10 August 2020, Ms Dita Traidās, Director of the State Education Development Agency (VIAA), and Mr Jānis Rozenbergs, Chairman of Cēsis County Council, electronically signed an agreement on Norwegian grant project for pupils, teachers, pre-school children with parents, as well as society as a whole, to create an interactive and attractive environment for […]
Registration for the EEA and NFI launching event of the Latvian call has started
On 26 August 2020, the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science of Latvia (IZM) will organize an online launching event for the Baltic Research Programme of the Latvian call. During the event, experts will introduce participants to the topics, challenges and priorities, strategic framework, preparation of project […]
EEA and Norwegian grant project funds the creation of a Science and Innovation Centre in Ventspils
Today at 24 of July 2020 director of the State Education Development Agency (VIAA) Dita Traidas and director of Ventspils Digital Centre Elina Kronkalne signed an agreement on the implementation of financial instrument programme of the European Economic Area and Norway (EEA/N), which includes the development of education programmes for children and young people, as […]
New development project launched in Science and Education Innovation Centre in Liepaja
Today at 23 July 2020 Dita Traidas, director of the State Education Development Agency (VIAA), and Inga Ekuze, executor of the Liepaja city Education Administration, signed an agreement on the implementation of the European Economic Area and Norwegian (EEA/N) grant project – “Development of Innovation Centre” in the city of Liepaja. The project involves the […]
More than €14 million will be available for business and innovation development co – funded by Norway Grants programme
On the 14th of July, 2020 the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Latvia signed the Agreement on the implementation of the Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation, Small and Medium Enterprises” in Latvia. The programme will be carried out by the Investment and Development Agency of […]
Working together for secure and competitive Europe
On July 3rd 2020 European Economic Area (EEA) Grants for the Period 2014-2021 co-funded programme “International Police Cooperation and Combating Crime” project “Support to the State Police for increasing effectiveness and quality of economic crime investigation in Latvia” was started. The aims of this project are efficient economic crime prevention and combating. With the help […]
Training to be carried out in six EU countries with the support of the Norway Grants for the quality assessment of the correctional system
On 18 June 2020, a meeting of the Norway Grants International Working Group Evaluation and Indicators” took place, where representatives from Norway, Latvia and five other European countries met remotely. The Working Group first met in May last year in the United Kingdom, when a discussion was launched on the need to implement the Measuring […]
Latvia shares experience with Bulgaria on implementation of a Norway Grants project
A trilateral experience exchange video meeting has been held between Norwegian, Bulgarian and Latvian partners implementing correctional services programmes supported by the Norway Grants. In Latvia, within the framework of a project supported by the Norway Grants, it is intended to design and build a Training centre and an open prison block of the Prison […]
€ 11 million will be available for remediation of historically polluted sites
On 5th of June 2020, the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (MEPRD) announces the Open Call supported by the Norwegian grant for the remediation of historically polluted sites. The aim of the Open Call is to implement at least three projects for remediation of historically contaminated sites with a view to improving the […]
Nearly €12 million of EEA grant funding will be invested in Latvia’s regional development
Today, in May 22 an agreement enters into force between the Financial Mechanism Committee established by Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway and the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Latvia for the financing of the EEA grants programme “Local Development, Poverty Reduction and Cultural Cooperation” in Latvia. “Support for Latvian people in the regions is […]
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