The LAMPA 2026 Conversation Festival in Cēsis is approaching the final days for submitting ideas for its program, which will take place on July 10th and 11th. Potential contributors have until 23:59 on February 20th to present their ideas for discussions that are meaningful and relevant. The festival’s program is developed collaboratively with individuals and organizations from various fields, inviting applications from conversation enthusiasts and entities from the private, governmental, and non-profit sectors.

This year, the festival focuses on themes that are often difficult to discuss publicly, encouraging conversations surrounding uncomfortable and complex issues that society tends to avoid. However, it is equally important to engage in dialogues about successes, goals, and the vision for Latvia's future. The event underscores the necessity of not just speaking but also listening to one another in a democratic society, aiming to find common solutions to pressing problems.

The festival invites anyone who has been meaning to address certain topics but has postponed doing so to take advantage of this opportunity to bring their ideas to the fore. Often, valuable ideas are delayed, and this festival serves as a platform for individuals and organizations to share their insights, thus fostering an environment of open dialogue and mutual understanding in Latvia's growing democratic discourse.