Aizkraukle District Partnership

Organisation overview

Aizkraukle District Partnership is a Local Action Group (LAG) in Latvia, promoting sustainable rural development through the LEADER approach. Its territory covers Aizkraukle Municipality and two parishes of Bauska Municipality – Kurmene and Valle. The organisation supports local communities, entrepreneurs and civil society initiatives by implementing the Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) strategy, funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and national resources. The main strategic objective is to support the development of the territory on its path towards climate neutrality, promoting sustainable solutions, local initiatives and community resilience. Its main areas of work include rural entrepreneurship, community development, social inclusion, Smart Villages, renewable energy, circular economy and innovation. The Partnership also actively participates in national and international cooperation projects, particularly focusing on the development of circular economy solutions, tourism, knowledge exchange and partnerships with other European rural areas. Its overall aim is to empower local communities, strengthen their capacity and contribute to attractive, sustainable and climate-neutral rural territories.