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2014 Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Award

February 13, 2014 The U.S. Embassy nominates Iluta Lace, Director of the Marta Resource Center for Women, for the 2014 Secretary of State’s International Women of Courage Award. Iluta Lace has demonstrated exceptional courage in raising awareness and advocating for legal protections for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. Under Iluta’s leadership, a dedicated ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Latvia | 13 February, 2014 | Topics: Events, News

American pastry chef Michael Laiskonis will visit Latvia

Riga, February 13, 2014 – From Monday, February 17 to 19 renowned American pastry chef Michael Laiskonis will visit Riga. During his three day visit Laiskonis will participate in various events, including leading a pastry master class for Latvian chefs and teaching youth from Latvia’s SOS children’s villages how to prepare delicious and healthy meals. ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Latvia | 13 February, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases

The U. S. Embassy announces a video contest for high school students

Riga, January 23, 2014 – The U.S. Embassy Riga invites 16–18 year old high school students to participate in the video contest and submit their 1–5 minute long videos on the topic “Innovation” until February 28. Authors of the 10 best videos will receive consolation prizes while the winner will be granted an opportunity to ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Latvia | 23 January, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases

The U.S. Embassy Announces a New Visa Scheduling and Payment System effective February 2, 2014

Riga, January 17, 2014 – Starting February 2, 2014, applicants applying for a U.S. visa at the U.S. Embassy in Riga, Latvia will schedule their interview and receive their U.S. visas, using a new system, which includes a new website, call center, payment options, and courier passport passback. This new process is part of a ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Latvia | 17 January, 2014 | Topics: Press Releases

Books Are Still Cool!

This month, we invite you, our social media followers, to take part in our monthly American reading experience BOOKS ARE STILL COOL! We have read some very interesting books in 2013, and many interesting books, including best sellers have been ordered up for 2014, so don’t be shy and sign up. This month’s book will ... Read More»

By U.S. Embassy Latvia | 6 January, 2014 | Topics: Events | Tags: Events

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