R1 Youth

R1 Youth is a youth NGO based in Latvia, a place where ideas, energy and people meet. The idea of R1 Youth emerged as a result of an Erasmus+ training course, with a realization that there is a real opportunity to create our own projects and bring ideas to life. Inspired by this experience, R1 Youth was founded to develop initiatives that help young people discover themselves, navigate through challenges, strengthen wellbeing, learn new skills, and explore bold ideas. Our work is guided by European values, including inclusion, participation, creativity and intercultural learning, and we align closely with the priorities of Erasmus+ and other EU youth programs. We believe a healthy mind, active lifestyle and strong connections make the best foundation for growth. Our mission is to empower youth to grow into confident, creative, unique and responsible individuals who contribute to an inclusive and sustainable society.