Progressus

Biedriba “Progressus” is a non-profit organization established in 2011, based in Cesis, Latvia. Progressus aims to represent the interests of local and regional communities in the fields of culture, education, active and healthy lifestyles, entrepreneurship and social issues in different segments, therefore promoting active participation and involvement within all segments of society, especially youth. We educate, provide information on different opportunities offered by European Union or national organisations, facilitate access to them. We collaborate and build partnerships with other NGOs, interest groups, public bodies in Cesis region, Latvia and Europe as a whole. Progressus promotes European values and identity within the local communities as well as facilitates good practice exchange and knowledge transfer as through local as international activities. We work towards our aim through the usage of various tools and methods. We organise training courses, we consult and coach, we plan, develop and participate in different social, educational and community oriented projects, we share our skills and knowledge to facilitate sustainable development of the society, social inclusion and positive civic action.