On 31 January at. At 16.00 we invite you to a discussion on what changes are being made in Latvia’s countryside by new entrants ● What is the future of Latvia’s rural areas and who shapes it? Are new entrants underestimated potential in the development of rural space in Latvia? What changes are the changes in the countryside brought by people moving from Latvian cities and returning from abroad? In an interactive online discussion together with newcomers, migration experts, NGO representatives, the association “Latvian Rural Forum” invites to a discussion on new opportunities and potential brought into the countryside by new entrants. The meeting will take place online on the Zoom platform, we invite you to register here: https://forms.gle/NkxUqTzCbSxpRyVu7 Work Programme 16:00 Opening. New entrants as potential for rural revitalisation. K. Rolle, Latvian Rural Forum 6:20 Returning to the Latvian countryside — trends in remigration and changes caused by them in the countryside. A. Leščinska, Remigration Coordinator in Latgale 16:40 Young Entrepreneurs Experience Stories 17:20 Discussion: What change processes are created by new entrants in the countryside? During the meeting, we will find out what it means to be a new entrant in the countryside, what changes in the rural space of Latvia bring about the move of people to life and work in the countryside, and what potential the fields of Latvia reveal for new entrants. The conversation will also highlight the challenges faced by people moving to the countryside and the necessary actions and support instruments at local, regional and national level in order to facilitate the revitalisation of rural space with the participation of new entrants. The discussion takes place in the framework of the Conference on the Future of Europe with the aim of involving citizens in shaping the common future of Europe by sharing their views and ideas. The results of the discussion — the findings and suggestions will be passed on to the organisers of the Conference — the European Parliament, the Council and the European Commission. In spring 2022, on the basis of the information received, the institutions will present their conclusions and provide guidance on the future of Europe. Events within the framework of the conference take place both in Latvia and at European level, bringing together representatives of all EU Member States — citizens, non-governmental organisations, representatives of governments and national parliaments. For more information on the Conference on the Future of Europe: futureu.europa.eu, where everyone can express their views on the online platform. #NākotnePiederTev #LEADERLatvia #LEADER #LEADER Õ Contact information: Kristīne Rolle, Latvian Rural Forum, tel.: 26548077