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About Us
PARAMELA is a non-governmental organization (Biedrība) based in Latvia, dedicated to driving positive community impact, fostering social initiatives, and promoting international cooperation.
Our mission is to create meaningful opportunities, empower local communities, and support sustainable social growth across Latvia and Europe.
What We Do
PARAMELA is a newly established NGO built on the combined experience and passion of our team. We design, develop, and implement initiatives that foster personal growth, active citizenship, and community development through non-formal education and creative approaches.
Our Core Focus Areas
Non-Formal Education & Lifelong Learning – engaging learning experiences and skill development for youth and adults.
Erasmus+ Adult Education – mobility for Adult Learners, Staff Training, and Cooperation Partnerships.
Well-being, Healthy Ageing & Mindfulness – programs focusing on emotional health, personal development, and physical active lifestyle for adults and 40+.
Intergenerational Bridge-Building & Community Inclusion – fostering connections between generations through shared activities and non-formal learning.
Small-Scale & Strategic Cooperation Partnerships – collaborative initiatives for innovative educational approaches and capacity building.
Youth Engagement & Participation – empowering young people to take initiative and lead meaningful change.
Partner With Us
We are open to international cooperation and strategic partnerships!
As a Latvian NGO (Biedrība), PARAMELA seeks to collaborate with European and international organizations, educational institutions, and community initiatives focusing on adult development and well-being.
We are always eager to join forces in:
Erasmus+ Adult Education – mobility for adult learners, staff training, and exchange of best practices.
Erasmus+ Projects – Youth Exchanges, Training Courses, Mobility of Youth Workers, and Cooperation Partnerships).
Cross-border Cultural & Creative Initiatives.
Well-Being & Personal Growth (40+) – joint initiatives supporting emotional health, active lifestyle, mindfulness, and healthy ageing.
Small-Scale & Strategic Partnerships – collaborative projects developing innovative educational tools and community programs.
Cross-Border Cultural & Creative Initiatives – utilizing art, audiovisual tools, and creative methods for adult learning and dialogue.
Have a project idea or looking for a reliable partner in Latvia?
We would love to collaborate!
Drop us a line at paramela.ngo@gmail.com.
TEAM
TEAM
Svetlana Rusevich Co-Founder & Board Member
Svetlana is a project designer and manager, non-formal educator, trainer, and intercultural communicator, a dedicated practitioner who believes in learning through experience, personal well-being, and real human connection. With years of hands-on experience coordinating international teams, she excels at turning creative ideas into impactful, structured realities.
Aleksandr Rusevich Co-Founder & Board Member
Aleksandr is an artist, filmmaker, photographer, non-formal educator, and cultural project designer, a creative practitioner who believes in learning through practice, creativity, and meaningful human connection. With years of experience in NGO and cultural initiatives, he excels at developing projects that bring together art, education, community engagement, and international exchange.
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