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UPDATED: 19 Jan 2010 GMT
  • Timothy Riley on the right with the students. Gospel Singing Masterclass in Riga

    American Gospel singer and music teacher Timothy Riley led a rousing workshop on vocal technique and gospel singing with young singers from Latvian choirs at the Reformation Church Youth Activity Center in Riga. Some of these young singers plan to join Timothy’s gospel choir for two free concerts in Riga.

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  • On the right: Castro brothers addressing the audience at SSE Riga (State Department photo) Twin Texan Politicians Meet with Latvian Students

    Julian Castro, mayor of San Antonio, Texas, and his twin brother, Joaquin Castro, a Texas State Representative, came to Latvia through the U.S. Speakers Program to talk with students about ways young people can get involved in political campaigns and influence political decision making.


  • Seventieth Anniversary of the Welles Declaration. Photo source: U.S. Department of State Seventieth Anniversary of the Welles Declaration

    Read Secretary Clinton's Remarks on the Seventieth Anniversary of the Welles Declaration.

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US Politicians Discussed Political Participation
On July 26, two young American politicians discussed youth participation and political activism in Riga.

US Politicians Discussed Political Participation

2010 Trafficking in Persons Report Released
Latvia is placed on Tier 2, an improvement from last year when it was placed on the Tier 2 Watchlist.

2010 Trafficking in Persons Report Released

Fulbright Fellowship Program
The Fulbright Fellowship competition for academic year 2011-2012 has been announced.

Fulbright Fellowship Program

Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship competition is open for academic year 2011-2012.


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