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Participation in a Cross-Project Collaboration Meeting in Riga

Anita Zariņa stands at the front of a room next to a projection screen, presenting the “Water Cultures” project. A slide titled “Ūdeņu kultūras” is displayed on the screen. The room contains presentation equipment, including a screen, a flipchart, and a table with water glasses.
Anita Zariņa stands at the front of a room next to a projection screen, presenting the “Water Cultures” project. A slide titled “Ūdeņu kultūras” is displayed on the screen. The room contains presentation equipment, including a screen, a flipchart, and a table with water glasses.

On 11 February 2026, a cross-project collaboration meeting in the field of water research took place in Riga, bringing together representatives from various national and international projects. The aim of the meeting was to strengthen collaboration, facilitate knowledge exchange, and identify shared priorities in water governance and research.

At the meeting, project leader Anita Zariņa (University of Latvia) participated on behalf of the Water Cultures project, presenting its approach, which develops a transformative perspective on human–water relations.

Discussions highlighted the need for a more integrated approach to incorporating water-related issues into different policy sectors, particularly emphasizing the interconnections between water and forestry. Participants identified several key areas for collaboration, including the evaluation of nature-based solutions, the development of modelling approaches, and improving communication with the public and policymakers.

As a result of the meeting, participants proposed establishing an ongoing collaboration community in the water research field, serving as a platform for regular knowledge exchange and joint initiatives. Future meetings are planned on a regular basis, with the next meeting expected in autumn 2026, focusing on nature-based solutions.

Participation in this meeting strengthens collaboration between projects and supports the transfer of knowledge between research and policy, which is essential for sustainable water resource management in Latvia.

For more information about the meeting, see here

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