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Partner in Latvia

If you are a Ukrainian refugee in Latvia and you need help (assistance), please write to us at agihas.lv@inbox.lv or call us at the phone line for men +371 202 07 737 (Latvian and Russian) and the phone line for women +371 203 99 921 (Latvian, English and Russian). For more information and additional services, please visit our website: www.agihas.lv

Financial support

The Republic of Latvia offers financial assistance to facilitate your stay in the country. These services include help with housing, living expenses and access to public financial support. Detailed information on assistance to Ukrainian refugees in Latvia here

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Association AGIHAS advocates for people living with HIV interests in public institutions to improve their quality of life.

You can learn the local language for free with our offline service. We offer practical face-to-face language lessons to help you communicate effectively in your new environment and better integrate into society. Information about services provided free of charge by Latvian non-governmental organizations is available here.

Distribution of free contraceptives and pregnancy tests to prevent unwanted pregnancy and STI transmission. Free testing and other support is provided by SPKS

Medical support

We provide comprehensive healthcare services tailored to the unique needs of HIV-positive refugees. We offer regular medical check-ups, personalized treatment plans and ongoing monitoring to ensure your well-being.

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People living with HIV medical care, dynamic monitoring and ARV therapy are provided free of charge by:

RAKUS Hospital “Latvijas Infektologijas centrs”, Linezera Street 3, Riga
Paula Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital, Pilsoņu Street 13, Riga

*Liepāja Regional Hospital, Slimnīcas Street 25, Liepāja

https://liepajasslimnica.lv

*Daugavpils Regional Hospital, Vasarnīcu Street 20, Daugavpils

https://slimnica.daugavpils.lv/

*Vidzeme Hospital, Jumaras Street 195, Valmiera

https://vidzemeslimnica.lv/

*Jēķabpils Regional Hospital, Andreja Pormaļa Street 125, Jēkabpils

https://jrslimnica.lv/

*Ziemelkurzeme Regional Hospital, Inženieru Street 60, Ventspils

https://ziemelkurzemesslimnica.lv/

Community-based, low-threshold and anonymous HIV rapid testing will be provided by: Balt HIV and Dialogs . Tests are also available in health centers and clinics for free, and home test kits can be purchased for fee.

Psychological and social support

We connect you with communities who understand your journey, offering a safe space to share experiences and receive emotional support

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Informational support

Our information hub offers extensive resources on living with HIV, legal rights as a refugee, cultural integration, and more. We aim to empower you with the knowledge needed to navigate your new environment confidently

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Increasing HIV/AIDS awareness and understanding among the population of Latvia, both HIV positive and HIV negative.

Helping to resolve issues related to inappropriate service or treatment and promoting equality.

Organizing courses, camps, and discussion groups to support the well-being of people living with HIV and their loved ones.

Supporting the integration of PLWHA into society by reducing stigma and promoting equality.

Collaborating with local, regional, and international HIV/AIDS organizations to enhance support and services for PLWHA.