Basic principles for the work of associations and foundations

• Establishment and governance of associations and foundations.
• Legal framework of associations and foundations in Latvia.
• Preparation and approval of annual reports of associations and foundations.
• Economic activities of associations and foundations. Opportunities and risks.

Strategic management of the organisation

• Key principles of strategic management of an organisation.
• Formulation of the organisation’s mission and vision, basic principles of strategy development.
• Basic principles of strategic communication.

Support resources for the association/foundation

• Useful digital tools for the work of associations and foundations.
• Sources of funding to support the work of associations and foundations.
• Project writing workshop.

Participation and representation of interests

• Basic principles of the functioning of the state and the manifestations of power.
• Introductory course for participation in decision-making processes. Opportunities and support tools.
• Specifics of interest representation in the Cabinet of Ministers and the Parliament.
• Local government framework and decision-making process. Opportunities for citizens’ participation.
• Legal and emotional framework for Citizens’ Councils. Theory and practice.

Civil society, dialogue and democracy

• Civil society development in Latvia
• How non-governmental organisations can influence strategic national decisions
• Democracy tools in practice
• Innovative forms of participation
• Civil society capacity building: how to build strong, knowledgeable and influential organisations

Community

The formation of the Community and the identification of its resources. In theory and practice.