Currently, there are two groups of people who are learning the Latvian language under guidance of two teachers within the project “Support Measures for Persons under International Protection”.
These people learn the Latvian language remotely on a regular basis: 2-3 times a week. Byelorussians who are learning the Latvian language should be especially praised. Their level of Latvian is very high, and they are really enthusiastic about speaking Latvian.
On November 1st, another group began learning the Latvian language, this particular group consists of thirteen participants: three Iranian nationals, as well as ten Afghan nationals. In this group, the participants learn the Latvian language very intensively - up to five lessons a week. It is planned that the training will last until the end of December, if possible, it will continue face-to-face in December.
Along with the acquisition of the Latvian language, integration courses continue. There were three groups in October. So far, in November, one group has completed the course, and on 15 November the next group will start the integration course.
Vika Trenas, Buelorussian editor and writer: "Our group enjoyed learning together with our wonderful Lolita so much that we dream of continuing learning Latvian. Lolita is a real professional! Due to the large amount of information, the methodology seemed a bit extreme at first, but it certainly works. We are very grateful for the opportunities given to us and we will be looking for the next course already at A2 level.
Online courses were very convenient for me as a resident of Tukums. The atmosphere in the group was very friendly, the teacher really inspired us with her kind attitude, and we were very motivated! The fact that we are adults and it is important for us to adapt to our new community, probably, was and is a significant part of our motivation. Considering the epidemiological situation and the fact that students live in different cities (Riga, Jūrmala, Tukums), online courses are a real rescue for us. Thanks!"
Support Actions for Persons Under International Protection III project is implemented with the support of the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund and is co-financed by the European Union. Grant agreement No. PMIF/9/2020/3/02/