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Advancing gender diversity on boards and fair pay
Dec 18, 2024

On December 18, AmCham Empower Her work group met with Vita Andrews and Daiga Auzina-Melalksne, representatives of the Baltic Institute of Corporate Governance (BICG) to discuss the promotion of gender equality across business organizations including gender-diverse boards and reduction of gender pay gaps. 

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Ambassador Robinson hosts AmCham Board

Dec 18, 2024

On December 18, U.S. Ambassador Christopher Robinson welcomed AmCham Board of Directors for a brunch at his residence. The discussions covered a range of current issues as well as insights on the investment climate and sectors including defense and security, technology, AI, precision medicine and energy.

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Help build a new care mobile for better healthcare access

Dec 18, 2024

Ronald McDonald House Charities Latvija (RMHC Latvija) in cooperation with the Children's Clinical University Hospital provides free medical consultations to children in rural areas of Latvia. 2025 will be a challenging year for RMHC Latvija's children's Care Mobile program with the construction of the new Care Mobile. EUR 300 000 are needed to realize this major project.

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New parent support program for guidance and comfort

Dec 18, 2024

SOS Children’s Villages provides long-term family-based care for children who have lost their parents and supports vulnerable families in their family and foster family support centers in Riga, Bauska, Valmiera, Kuldīga and Gulbene. The organization is seeking both financial contributions and in-kind donations which will be directed towards preventive program ”For New Parents” offering emotional and informational support for new parents.

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Angels above Latvia will help 312 children across Latvia

Dec 18, 2024

Children's Hospital Foundation, an organization taking care of children's health through raising help from general public, is looking for donations to support campaign “Angels Above Latvia” in collaboration with TV3 Group Latvia and Bite Latvija. Each year, the campaign raises funds to help children take their first steps, say their first words, start school, or receive life-saving care in critical, time-sensitive situations. This year’s goal is to raise €634 000 to support 312 children in need.

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Brighten Christmas for 326 foster kids

Dec 18, 2024

The Latvian Foster Family Association supports families that raise children who have been left without the care of their biological parents. 175 families of foster parents and guardians raise 326 children in various regions of Latvia. As every year, the Association holds campaign "Christmas Angels" and welcomes both financial and in-kind donations – Christmas gifts and treats for the New Year celebration on January 4.

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AmCham raises €7120 for charities in 2024

Dec 18, 2024

In 2024 we have raised €7120 benefitting our principal charities promoting the health and well-being of Latvia's children: Children's Hospital Foundation, Latvian Foster Family Association, Ronald McDonald House Charities Latvija and SOS Children’s Villages. All proceeds from the ticket sales have been distributed to support these charities. Thank you to all our members for your donations!

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Bite Group pledges €1 million to empower paralympic athletes

Dec 18, 2024

Bite Group continues its commitment to making a positive impact in Latvia. In 2024, Bite Latvia and TV3 Group Latvia became the General Partners of the Latvian Paralympic Committee, signing a four-year agreement to provide €1 million in financial and informational support. This partnership is focused on supporting athlete preparation, attracting new athletes, and promoting training camps, all while advancing the principles of inclusion through parasports.

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AmCham meets new leadership of LIAA

Dec 17, 2024

On December 17, the Board and leaders of AmCham advocacy groups met with Ieva Jagere, new Director of the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA) and Laura Strovalde, Deputy Director to discuss the reorganization of the agency and further collaboration. The main focus of LIAA will be investment and export promotion with an emphasis on the priority sectors defined in the Smart Specialization Strategy of Latvia (RIS3). 

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Latvia and Microsoft will work together to advance AI innovation

Dec 17, 2024

On December 3, the Ministries of Economics and Smart Administration and Regional Development, LIAA, and the State Digital Development Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Microsoft underscoring Latvia’s commitment to developing a National Center for AI and advancing key digital initiatives. This partnership will strengthen Latvia’s technological ecosystem, driving economic growth and enhancing the quality, efficiency, and accessibility of public services.

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