2023-1LV01-KA220-SCH-000150669
03-07 NOV 2025
DAUGAVPILS/ LATVIA
During the mobility in Latvia hosted by Daugavpils Centra Vidusskola,, teachers and students participated in a comprehensive set of activities designed to promote gender equality through music.
The first day of our Erasmus+ project on equality in music provided an excellent beginning to our activities in Latvia. Participants from Norway, Lithuania, Latvia, Portugal, and Türkiye gathered at a school in Daugavpils, where the programme began with a series of introductory activities designed to help students get to know one another. We also listened to musical performances by Latvian students, which offered a meaningful introduction to the local culture. During the break, participants enjoyed a selection of snacks and refreshments prepared by the host school.
As part of the day’s programme, students took part in a Kahoot quiz that reviewed the concepts explored throughout the project. This was followed by a creative group task in which participants were divided into smaller international teams and asked to design a new flag combining elements from all partner countries. The activity encouraged collaboration, cultural exchange, and creative thinking, contributing to stronger interpersonal connections among participants.
After completing the task, the group had lunch at the school and then continued with a city tour aboard a retro train. This tour provided an opportunity to explore Daugavpils, learn about its history, and gain insights into the daily life and traditions of local residents.
Overall, the first day in Latvia offered a rich cultural introduction and served as a strong foundation for the project activities that will follow.
The second day of our Erasmus+ project began with all participants gathering in the city centre before departing for Rundāle Palace, located approximately three hours from Daugavpils. The bus journey provided a valuable opportunity for informal conversations, allowing participants to strengthen their connections and learn more about one another.
Upon arrival, the group was divided into two teams: one visited the palace while the other had lunch. During the tour, the guide presented the history of Rundāle Palace with notable enthusiasm. He explained that the palace, constructed in the 18th century as the summer residence of the Duke of Courland, is regarded as one of Latvia’s finest examples of baroque and rococo architecture. His engaging narration added depth to the visit and enhanced the overall learning experience.
The return journey was marked by a continued positive atmosphere, as participants exchanged experiences and further consolidated the friendships formed during the mobility.
On the third day, participants attended the project’s official certification ceremony. After several days of collaborative work and cultural engagement, the group came together to acknowledge the progress made and the skills developed throughout the mobility. Each participant received a certificate recognizing their active involvement and commitment to the project. The ceremony was both meaningful and celebratory, embodying the core values of the Erasmus+ programme—cooperation, intercultural connection, and, above all, equality.
After completing our music classes, the group spent the afternoon exploring the historic city of Riga. Participants visited several significant landmarks, including the Freedom Monument, the House of the Blackheads, and the well-known statue of the Four Musicians. This excursion provided an excellent opportunity to deepen our understanding of Latvian culture and history while enjoying meaningful time together with fellow Erasmus participants
