RiseUp

Across the Central Baltic region, Estonia and Latvia face a shared challenge of an ageing population and a growing risk that adults aged 60+ are excluded from the labour market. This risk is especially visible in rural areas such as Western Estonia and Vidzeme, where older adults often have limited access to training and may face low digital skills, outdated competences, health-related barriers, and reduced confidence in adapting to modern working life. RiseUp exists to address these barriers by supporting adults aged 60+ who are unemployed, inactive, or employed but at risk of exclusion due to changing labour market requirements. The project will develop and pilot a practical cross-border training programme focused on digital literacy, online safety, career planning, and health literacy. Its main goal is to strengthen older adults’ employability, adaptability, and long-term work ability through a training model that is relevant in both Estonia and Latvia.