On 31 October 2026, the project “Sustainable Growth” came to an end, but its results will continue to strengthen the organisation`s work. Implemented by the association “Shelter ‘Safe House’”, the project aimed to strengthen the organisation`s capacity, enhance the knowledge and skills of its staff and volunteers, and develop new opportunities to provide support to people in need.
A wide range of activities were carried out during the project, and their results will continue to contribute to the organisation`s future work.
Professional development: The organisation`s staff and volunteers expanded their knowledge, acquired new skills and gained valuable experience. Three new educational programmes were also developed.
Research into human trafficking and labour exploitation: A study on human trafficking and labour exploitation in Latvia was conducted, and discussions were initiated with professionals and policymakers, drawing attention to the urgency of these issues and potential solutions.
Art workshops: The project organised art workshops for women who had experienced severe hardships in their lives. The artworks created during these sessions were brought together in an exhibition entitled “The Courage to Be Seen”, giving the wider public an opportunity to discover the participants` creative achievements and personal stories.
Improving access to information: The website of the association “Shelter ‘Safe House’” was upgraded to make information about the organisation`s activities and available support services easier to find and access.
Although the “Sustainable Growth” project has concluded, the knowledge, experience and resources developed throughout its implementation will continue to contribute to the organisation`s development and help it provide even better support to people facing difficult circumstances.
We would like to thank all project participants, partners, staff members and volunteers for their valuable contributions to its implementation!
This article has been prepared with financial support from the Society Integration Foundation, using funds from the Latvian state budget.
The association “Shelter ‘Safe House’” is responsible for the information campaign “Find Shelter in the Safe House!”, implemented as part of the project “Sustainable Growth: Strengthening the Operations and Capacity of the Association ‘Shelter Safe House’”.