Are you aged 13–18, have Estonian heritage and live outside Estonia? An online gathering on 22 November is bringing young Estonians together — wherever they call home.
The Integration Foundation (Integratsiooni Sihtasutus) with support from Estonia’s Ministry of Culture is inviting young people, living anywhere in the world, to an international online get-together. And before anyone starts worrying about homework — this isn’t a lesson or a lecture. Just meeting people your age, swapping stories about life abroad, making friends and discovering what connects young Estonians worldwide. There’s even an inspiring guest joining the conversation!
There’s just one tiny geographical complication. The event takes place on Sunday afternoon in Estonia, which translates to 1.00–3.00 am on Monday, 23 November, in Melbourne and Sydney. (Meanwhile, Perth gets a much more civilised 10.00 pm, 22 November — lucky them!) Apparently, connecting young Estonians across the planet requires at least one continent to sacrifice its bedtime.
Event details
📅 Date: Monday, 23 November (Australia) | Sunday, 22 November 2026 (Estonia)
⏰ Time: 1.00–3.00 am Sydney/Melbourne/Canberra time | 4.00–6.00 pm Estonian time
💻 Location: Online via Zoom (the link will be sent to you 1 day before the meeting)
🗣️ Language: Estonian proficiency requested during registration (beginner, intermediate or advanced)
👉 Register by 18 November 2026: here
But what if my Estonian isn’t perfect?
Good question! The organisers ask participants to indicate their Estonian proficiency when registering — beginner, intermediate or advanced. We’re taking that as a hint that the event will be in Estonian, with different language levels welcome. It’s worth checking with the organisers if you’re unsure about the language requirements.
Got questions? Email tagasieestisse@integratsioon.ee
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Ava veebiaken omadele üle ilma! | Integratsiooni Sihtasutus (in Estonian)
