Jelgava Municipality named Latvia's Youth Capital for 2027

The Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) has announced that Jelgava Municipality has been selected as Latvia's Youth Capital for the coming year, 2027.

The title is awarded annually to a chosen municipality, marking it as the site for youth-focused activities and initiatives during that year.

The ministry has not yet released further details about planned events or the selection criteria used to choose Jelgava Municipality.