Microsoft supports the promotion of employment and development of technological skills

As of August 31, Microsoft Latvia announces a public tender for experienced non-governmental organizations (NGOs) - "e-Skills for Employability Initiative 2010" to support the organization work for the promotion of employment and technological skills on training, especially in Latvian regions. Microsoft Latvia, Unlimited Potential program, offers NGOs to apply for grants from 50 000 to 150 000 U.S. dollars for its existing operations in support of employment and technological skills training. Tender " e-Skills for Employability Initiative 2010" projects can be applied until October 1st, 2010. One NGO in each country will be able to obtain financing and to encourage unemployed and underemployed in today's job market and career development as well as to equip for rapid technological development and changing labor market conditions of competition. Tender regulations and the necessary information is available in website.

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A Baltic summer footballing tradition: The Coca-Cola Suday League

In the wake of the World Cup, the Coca-Cola Sunday League 2010 continues to bring footballing fun to children all over the Baltics. The aim of the Coca-Cola Sunday League is to promote an active lifestyle among youngsters. This is achieved by bringing together young football players to play in a tournament, meet professionals and spend plenty of time outdoors. Click here for more information.

The Care Mobile, a 12-meter long mobile unit, worth almost EUR 400 000, has just arrived in Latvia and will provide the children with medical help and consultations. Starting as of this September, the Care Mobile will travel throughout Latvia in Aluksne, Ape, Aglona, Dagda and Livani delivering free mobile healthcare to children. Next year the map of their services will add even more regions. Click here to learn how you can donate to this worthy cause.