The project No. PMLP/PMIF/2023/2 "Support Measures for the Reception and Accommodation of Persons in Need of International Protection in Latvia (Phase 1)" of the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund 2021-2027 program, implemented by the Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs in cooperation with the Ministry of the Interior and the State Provision Agency, continues to provide significant support to asylum seekers and improve the infrastructure of asylum seeker accommodation centers.
During the project implementation period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, extensive assistance was provided to 2,699 asylum seekers, including material, medical, and psychological assistance, as well as translation services, which helped to meet their daily needs.
New Vehicles for Asylum Seekers
In 2024, significant investments were made in purchasing two new electric passenger minibuses and one internal combustion engine minibus to improve transport accessibility and ensure more efficient services for the Mucenieki and Liepna asylum seeker accommodation centers.
Infrastructure Improvements in Asylum Seeker Accommodation Centers
In cooperation with the State Provision Agency, significant improvements were made to asylum seeker accommodation centers. These included building maintenance repairs, replacement of interior doors, renovation of sanitary facilities, and installation of electric car charging stations. The water supply was renovated, a new ventilation system was installed, and other maintenance work was carried out to ensure comfortable conditions for asylum seekers.
Communication Campaigns and Training
Two communication campaigns were implemented within the project. The "Communication Campaign for Informing Ukrainian Civilians" campaign informed the public about the risks of human trafficking, while the "Humanity. Responsiveness. Responsibility" campaign focused on asylum issues. These campaigns included the development of video materials and the updating of the informative sections of brochures.
Staff have participated in training both in Latvia and abroad, gaining valuable skills including first aid, hygiene, fire safety, stress management, and communication with manipulated individuals. Staff have completed European Union Asylum Agency training modules on the asylum process and have improved their skills in working with vulnerable people.
About the project:
The project is implemented with the support of the European Union funds and aims to assist asylum seekers by improving their living conditions and providing the necessary support for the integration process.
