In Latvia, a public initiative has been launched to collect signatures on the platform Manabalss.lv, aiming to secure the lifelong benefits and status of the 'Honorary Family' for parents who have raised three or more children. The initiative, led by representative Armands Lisenko, seeks to establish in law that the status of multi-child parents is a state honorary title and a permanent social condition. This move comes in response to declining birth rates in Latvia, with the Central Statistical Bureau reporting that only 12,571 children were born in 2024, the lowest figure in a century. Lisenko highlights that amidst these falling numbers, multi-child families are seen as vital in boosting the country's demographic growth. He argues that the current system is unfair to parents, as losing the honorary status triggers sudden increases in housing and transport costs, further complicating their long-term planning. As multi-child families tend to invest in larger homes and transport to accommodate their families, losing such status significantly affects their financial stability and living conditions. The initiative reflects broader societal concerns regarding family support and demographic trends in Latvia, emphasizing the need for policies that recognize and support families with multiple children to ensure a sustainable future for the country's population.