Programs and activities
Our Programs and Activities
The areas below describe our organizational focus and the program frameworks through which we intend to work.
Each is labelled honestly: a Framework is a defined focus area; Historical marks an initiative documented in the past. We do not publish participant numbers, budgets or schedules that have not been confirmed.
Large Family Support
FrameworkPromote awareness of the needs and challenges experienced by families raising several children.
- Beneficiaries
- Families raising three or more children
- Expected outcome
- Families feel informed, connected and less alone
- Family solidarity
- Information sharing
- Awareness of family-related resources
- Mutual support
- Family wellbeing
- Community participation
Children's Educational Development
FrameworkEncourage children's access to educational opportunities and positive learning experiences.
- Beneficiaries
- Children of member and local families
- Expected outcome
- Confident, curious learners
- Educational awareness
- School readiness
- Learning resources
- Reading and literacy
- Creative learning
- Children's development
School Supplies and Educational Assistance
HistoricalPromote equal educational opportunities and encourage community support for children who need school-related resources.
The association has been publicly associated with the “Skolas soma” (School Bag) initiative. It is presented here as historical background; its current status will be published once confirmed by the association.
- Beneficiaries
- School-age children
- Expected outcome
- Every child starts the school year equipped
- School supply awareness campaigns
- Educational material collection
- School bag initiatives
- Book donation initiatives
- Community-supported educational resources
Family Wellbeing and Parenting Awareness
FrameworkEncourage positive parenting practices, healthy family communication, and supportive relationships.
- Beneficiaries
- Parents and caregivers
- Expected outcome
- Calmer, more connected family life
- Parenting awareness
- Family communication
- Child development
- Positive parenting
- Family cooperation
- Parental wellbeing
Family Recreation and Community Events
FrameworkRecognize the importance of recreational experiences and positive social interaction for families and children — like the riverside family days pictured on this site.
- Beneficiaries
- Whole families
- Expected outcome
- Shared memories and new friendships
- Family gatherings
- Children's recreational activities
- Community celebrations
- Educational outings
- Family-oriented workshops
- Seasonal activities
Social Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
FrameworkEncourage inclusive community environments where every family feels respected and valued.
- Beneficiaries
- Families from all backgrounds
- Expected outcome
- No family left on the margins
- Social participation
- Family inclusion
- Awareness of social challenges
- Community cooperation
- Equal opportunities
Community Solidarity and Mutual Assistance
FrameworkPromote positive relationships between families and encourage community-based support.
- Beneficiaries
- Families and neighbours
- Expected outcome
- A stronger local safety net
- Family support awareness
- Community donation initiatives
- Exchange of useful resources
- Volunteer engagement
- Cooperation with relevant community organizations
Children's Creative and Cultural Development
FrameworkEncourage creativity, cultural participation, and positive learning experiences.
- Beneficiaries
- Children and young people
- Expected outcome
- Pride in creativity and Latvian culture
- Creative workshops
- Arts and crafts
- Cultural activities
- Children's celebrations
- Educational recreation
Family Awareness and Advocacy
FrameworkIncrease public awareness of the needs, contributions, and experiences of large families.
- Beneficiaries
- Large families and the wider public
- Expected outcome
- Policies and attitudes that respect families
- Family-related awareness
- Social inclusion
- Children's rights awareness
- Family wellbeing
- Community dialogue