American Latvian Association

Let us celebrate Latvia's 20 years in NATO! ALA invites you to attend a free conference hosted the World Federation of Free Latvians (PBLA), remembering Latvia's path to joining NATO and how we can ensure Latvia's defense in the future: When: Thurs., June 13, 2024, 13:00-18:00 Rīga time Where: In-person: LU Biblioteka, Kalpaka bulvārī 4, or Online livestream: https://pbla.lv/ What: Conference introduction from President Edgars Rinkēvičs Remarks from former President Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga Three panel discussions: Beyond Traditional Diplomacy: Innovative Strategies in Latvia's NATO Accession Journey (in English) From Advocacy to action: Lessons learned and future directions (in Latvian) The next generation: Engaging youth in transatlantic relations (in Latvian) Full program is here (https://ej.uz/8a6w) If you miss it live, panel discussions will be recorded and available for future viewing on PBLA's website.

#NATO75LV20 For NATO, its 75th anniversary; for Latvia, its 20th anniversary of joining NATO! Twenty years ago, Latvia and its Baltic sisters joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, an alliance that provides the cornerstone of defense upon which Latvia has established itself as an independent, democratic nation. NATO protects our Latvian-American interests of freedom and security in Latvia and beyond. Today on NATO’s 75th anniversary, ALA expresses its deepest gratitude to its countless members, donors, volunteers, partners, past leaders and friends who helped gain support from the United States and enable Latvia’s accession into the Alliance. Without robust U.S. leadership to support the Baltics then – and a strong NATO now – Latvia would fall victim to the same brutal assault that Ukraine suffers today at the hands of the murderous Putin regime. We invite you to reflect on those efforts – and the value that they yield 20 years later – chronicled by our partner advocacy organization, the Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC): The Baltic Journey to NATO:

✅ Are you interested in a valuable work experience for future career opportunities? ✅ Do you live in the United States and are of Latvian heritage? ✅ Are you between the ages of 20-29? Due to generous donations from our member base, ALA is able to offer internship opportunities for young people in Latvia and at Latvian organizations in the USA. Language proficiency requirements vary based upon location. Some opportunities exist in the USA for those without any Latvian language skills. Interns can apply for a $2,500 grant to cover expenses in the location of the internship. ➡️ Read more about all of the opportunities and requirements here. Don't wait - apply today! Deadline for applications is February 29th.

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Mark your calendars for this exciting online event! ❗ Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/d-5d99zE 🎥 Join Meeting as an Attendee: https://ej.uz/1z73 Mārtiņš Andersons, the President of the American Latvian Association, will share what the Association is doing to build economic and business bridges between Latvia and the U.S.

Today Latvia celebrates 105 years as an independent state. Dievs Svētī Latviju!