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10th Congress of Baltic States SLTs´ „Stronger together“

10 - 11 April 2026

Under the motto “Stronger Together,” this Congress unites researchers, clinicians, and students from health and education settings to explore how interdisciplinary teams, professional organizations, patient associations, and families can collaborate to deliver optimal outcomes in speech, language, and swallowing care. Through keynote lectures, plenary panels, and hands-on workshops, delegates will share evidence-based strategies, innovative tools, and real-world experiences that illustrate the power of partnership across settings.

This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the Speech Therapists’ Association of Latvia – a milestone that highlights three decades of dedicated professional development and advocacy. The Congress will provide a meaningful platform to celebrate this achievement and reflect on the progress made in the field.

The Speech Therapists’ Associations of the Baltic States—the Latvian and Lithuanian Logopedists’ Associations and the Estonian Logopedists’ Union—together with leading academic partners—Riga Technical University Liepaja Academy, University of Latvia, Vytautas Magnus University Education Academy (Kaunas), Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy, and the University of Tartu—invite you to the Congress of Baltic States Speech and Language Therapists.

Join us in Riga for a dynamic, collaborative event—where Baltic expertise meets European and global perspectives. Together, we will build a stronger, more effective future for speech therapy!

“Unity is strength… when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.”— Mattie Stepanek

Congress scientific committee

Prof. PhD Baiba TriniteRiga Technical University, Liepaja Academy, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Prof. PhD SarmiteTubeleUniversity of Latvia, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Assoc. Prof. PhD Daiva KairieneVytautas Magnus University Education Academy, Lithuanian Logopedists’ Association 

PhD Simona DaniuteVilnius University Siauliai Academy, Vytautas Magnus University Education Academy, Lithuanian Logopedists’ Association

Assoc. Prof. PhD Vilma MakauskieneVytautas Magnus University Education Academy,  Lithuanian Logopedists’ Association 

MA Keiu BarndokPresident of Estonian Logopedists’ Union

PhD Anna-Lisa Sutt VowdenCritical Care Research Group, Institute of Molecular Bioscience, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia, Speech and Language Therapy, The Royal London Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK, Estonian Logopedists’ Union

PhD Lagle LehesTartu University, Tartu University HospitalEstonian Logopedists’ Union

Helje MöllerEstonian Logopedists’ Union, European Speech and Language Therapy Association, board member

 

Congress Organizing Committee

Inese Smirnova, President of Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Baiba Trinite, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Sarmite Tubele, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Liga Janovska, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Dagnija Kumelina, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Liga Tulla, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Jelena Perkone, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Ieva Malinovska, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Ilze Godele, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Ilze Martinsone, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Egija Laganovska, Speech Therapists Association of Latvia

Set against the fresh bloom of April’s springtime, Riga, the capital of Latvia, offers a captivating setting for the 10th Congress of Baltic States Speech and Language Therapists. As the city awakens from winter, its parks and boulevards come to life with color and energy, mirroring the spirit of renewal and collaboration that defines our gathering. Known for its rich cultural heritage, striking Art Nouveau architecture, and vibrant academic scene, Riga invites participants to explore, reflect, and connect. This is a city where tradition and innovation meet—an ideal backdrop for professional exchange and new beginnings.

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