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Infrastructure pilot activity selected for the Gauja River within the “River Networks” project

In mid-April 2026, a seminar for the evaluation of infrastructure-related pilot activity ideas was held in Ādaži, Latvia, within the framework of the “River Networks” project. The aim of the seminar was to select the most suitable activity for further development and implementation. The seminar began with field visits to the proposed pilot activity sites in the Gauja River region, allowing part...
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Training on Place Branding and Visual Identity Development for the Lower Gauja Concluded

The training “Place Branding and Visual Identity: From Strategy to Implementation” has concluded, during which participants gained both theoretical knowledge about branding and practical experience by working on the foundations of the Lower Gauja area’s brand. The training marked an important step towards creating a unified brand for the Lower Gauja. Full press information here: preses relīze A...
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PRESS RELEASE “New strategic vision completed for the Võrtsjärv–Emajõgi–Peipus and Emajõgi–Gauja river areas”

Under the leadership of the Tartu County Development Association and in cooperation with partners, a new strategic development vision has been completed for the Võrtsjärv–Emajõgi–Peipus (VEP) water area. The vision is based on two comprehensive strategy documents – one focusing on the development of the Võrtsjärv–Emajõgi–Peipus area and the other on the development of the Emajõgi–Gauja river a...
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A European Commission study on the achievements of Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) in fisheries, coastal areas and communities has been published.

A European Commission study on the achievements of Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) in fisheries, coastal areas and communities has been published.The study confirms that the CLLD approach: strengthens local community participation and cooperation, creates and preserves jobs in coastal areas, supports local entrepreneurs and new initiatives, promotes sustainable...
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Tartu County Development Association discovered the pulse of the Gauja River in Latvia

From September 3rd to 6th, 2024, a study trip was conducted in the Ādaži and Saulkrast municipalities of Latvia as part of the Estonian-Latvian Interreg cooperation project, "Building Stronger River Networks: Empowering Rural Communities through Joint Action." Organized by Latvian partners NGO Sea Land, the "Gauja River Pulse" study trip delved into the intricate relationship between nature, co...
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Sea Land representatives discovered Estonian practices within the framework of the “River Networks” project

Tartu County Development Association organized a study tour for the Latvian partners of NGO Sea Land within the Estonian-Latvian Interreg cooperation project "Building Stronger River Networks: Empowering Rural Communities through Joint Action" on July 1 - 3, 2024. The purpose of the study trip was to introduce Latvians to the region's peculiarities, developments, challenges, share experiences and ...
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Estonian-Latvian cooperation project brings Emajõgi and Gauja rivers closer together

Tartu County Development Association, together with its Latvian partner NGO Sea Land started a cross-border cooperation project for the sustainable development of the Emajõe and Gauja riverbanks. The project focuses on the management and use of rivers, paying attention to the better and environmentally friendly use of natural resources, heritage and attractions for economic activities. Full pre...
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Jūras Zeme (Sea Land) do cooperate with other coastal Local Action groups and participating in National and International projects

Coastal challenges are specific to areas that are not limited to the administrative boundaries of a single municipality, and therefore require the involvement of all municipalities located on the coast (or those coastal municipalities located in one functional territory on the coast) to address the issues or implement common projects. An effective solution is the cooperation of the so-called Fi...
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Conservation and promotion of traditional cultural heritage

Conservation and promotion of coastal cultural heritage is an important factor to sustain coastal identity and development of tourism. A large portion of traditional heritage keepers and activists have improved their infrastructure or exhibited new expositions with the help of the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) through Local Development Strategies. In the following article, "Jūras ...
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Coastal Local Action Groups and implemented Local Development Strategies

Latvia has 35 Local Action Groups that implement Local Development strategies. 6 of these Local Action groups conduct activity in coastal territory and implement strategies not only with EAFRD (European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development) but also with resources from EMFF (European Maritime and Fisheries Fund). Regulations that determine the procedure of providing EMFF resources for Local ...
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