Youngsters with Estonian roots who live abroad are invited to attend language and culture camp in Estonia.
If you are a 13–18-year-old of Estonian roots living abroad and would like to spend a week in Estonia in the middle of summer, learn Estonian together, make new friends, and explore exciting places in Estonia, then the youth language camp for Estonian compatriots is just for you!
We also welcome young people from Estonia with a good command of Estonian (B2+ level) who would support their compatriots in learning the language and adapting to the camp.
At the camp, you have opportunity to practice and learn Estonian, interact with peers, participate in fun group activities, and discover Estonian culture and traditions. This is a great chance to spend an unforgettable week in a friendly and supportive environment!
To register as a participant for the 2025 camp, please fill out the online form by March 31, 2025.
Please note that registration does not automatically guarantee a place at the camp. A final confirmation will be sent via email to both the parent and the young participant no later than the 17 April 2025.
If there are more applicants than available camp places, participants will be chosen by how far away they are living from Estonia, have they participated in the camp before (or have participated only 1-2 times) and based on a motivational letter.
In the summer of 2025, three camp sessions are planned (7 nights, 8 days each). We expect young people to register according to their Estonian language skills:
- Camp 1 will be held from 7 – 14 July for youngsters whose Estonian skills are elementary.
- Camp 2 will be held from 21 – 28 July for youngsters whose Estonian skills are at intermediate level.
- Camp 3 will be held from 4 August - 11 August for youngsters whose Estonian are at good and higher level.
A written agreement will be made with the parent of each camp participant just before the camp. Only a signed agreement guarantees a place for the selected young person in the Estonian language and culture camp. If a camp spot becomes available, it will be offered to the next young person on the reserve list.
We ensure an Estonian-speaking environment at the camp. The camp provide necessary facilities for group activities, sports, three meals a day, and accommodation. Living conditions meet all established requirements, including hygiene, catering, and accommodation conditions, fire safety, trained first medical care etc. During the camp, young people are provided with the opportunity to communicate with their parents or guardians.
Participation in the camp is free of charge. Parents are responsible for covering travel expenses to Estonia and ensuring that their child has valid health insurance in Estonia.
The camp is funded by the Ministry of Education and Research and the Ministry of Culture.
In case of changes, participants will be informed as soon as possible.
For more information please contact:
Kaire Cocker
Head of Compatriots Service
E-mail: kaire.cocker@integratsioon.ee
Telephone: +372 53644172
