Today marks the conclusion of the Entrepreneurship Traineeship Programme at the Latvian Academy of Culture. What was the experience like for the students who joined us in Riga?
Over the course of the week, participants developed and refined their entrepreneurial ideas while gaining hands-on, practice-based experience. The programme provided a platform to transform concepts into actionable solutions, while strengthening teamwork, leadership, and pitching skills in an international environment.
Students collaborated closely with mentors, peers, and industry professionals, engaging directly with the realities of the creative and social entrepreneurship sectors. This reflects one of the core educational principles of the ACE2-EU Alliance — learning through practice and real-world challenges.
Throughout the week, participants explored the Latvian entrepreneurship ecosystem, attended TechChill — the largest startup event in the Baltics — and connected with entrepreneurs and innovators. They also visited the Latvian Social Entrepreneurship Association and discovered Lastādija, an alternative community-driven cultural space in Riga.
Today, student teams will present their ideas to a professional jury, including experts from Riga Startup House, representatives of the Latvian Academy of Culture, and delegates of the ACE2-EU Alliance.
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