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Estonian News

High school or undergrad student? Spend a week in Estonia

What if your next trip wasn’t just travel, but a return? Summer School in Estonia is calling — and yes, accommodation, food and program are covered. Applications close 19 April 2026.

March 2026: Nipet-näpet Eestist (odds and sods from Estonia)

This is our monthly “Nipet-näpet Eestist” column — a quick pick of Estonian news and oddities we think you’ll love.

Not your average summer school — for Global Estonian Youth Ambassadors 2026

Less scrolling, more experiencing — this summer school brings global Estonian youth to Estonia for a week of ideas, identity and memories. Application deadline is 5 May 2026.

Keeping Estonian stories alive — grants for publications

Editors, storytellers and newsletter heroes — this one’s for you. A new grant round offers up to €6,000 to support Estonian diaspora publications keeping language, culture and community stories alive.

“My Estonia” writing competition for young Estonians everywhere

Warning: reading this article might cause sudden urges to write. Young writers (aged 15–25) are invited to explore the theme “My Estonia” in an exciting writing competition organised by Vabamu. Deadline: 1 May 2026.

Thread the needle — Craft Camp 2026 early bird closing soon

Dreaming of a creative summer in Estonia? Craft Camp 2026 in Viljandi offers workshops, culture and craft traditions — early bird registrations open until 31 March 2026.

February 2026: Nipet-näpet Eestist (odds and sods from Estonia)

This is our monthly “Nipet-näpet Eestist” column — a quick pick of Estonian news and oddities we think you’ll love.

Estonian Foreign Minister: happy 108th birthday to Estonia

On this Independence Day, Estonia’s Foreign Minister, Margus Tsahkna, encourages Estonians worldwide, especially young people, to deepen their ties with Estonia and play a role in shaping the nation’s future.

Carrying Estonia with us: “Estonia Worldwide” at Vabamu

A new exhibition at Vabamu in Tallinn explores 150 years of Estonian migration — and invites Australians to add their own story to the global map.

Grants open for Estonian diaspora community projects in 2026 — apply by 3 March

Applications are open for Estonia’s 2026 diaspora community project grants (up to €5,000 per project), with a virtual info session on 17 February and applications due 3 March.

What to do in Estonia this winter?

Visit Estonia’s winter newsletter makes a convincing argument for cold toes and hot saunas — adventure, buns and a guaranteed case of winter FOMO included.