• Language level required:
• Location: on-line
• Time: 29.09.2026 kell 09:00 - 10:00
• Format: Language learning, adaptation and integration counselling
• Organizer: Narva eesti keele maja

Free counselling for adults on questions related to learning Estonian, adapting to life in Estonia and integration.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18020?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: on-line
• Time: 28.09.2026 kell 11:30 - 12:30
• Format: Language learning, adaptation and integration counselling
• Organizer: Narva eesti keele maja

Free counselling for adults on questions related to learning Estonian, adapting to life in Estonia and integration.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18019?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: on-line
• Time: 28.09.2026 kell 10:30 - 11:30
• Format: Language learning, adaptation and integration counselling
• Organizer: Narva eesti keele maja

Free counselling for adults on questions related to learning Estonian, adapting to life in Estonia and integration.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18018?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: online
• Time: 05.10.2026 kell 10:00 - 11:00
• Format: Peer-to-peer counseling
• Organizer: Narva eesti keele maja

Peer-to-peer counseling is a free service that supports Estonian language learners and people adapting to life in Estonia in building motivation, confidence, and clarity.

JOIN PEER-TO-PEER COUNSELING IF YOU:
• are experiencing a loss of motivation, uncertainty, or stress related to language learning or adaptation;
• need a supportive and understanding conversation with someone who has had a similar experience;
• feel fear, tension, or a language barrier when speaking Estonian;
• find it difficult to stay focused, study consistently, or feel disappointed in your language-learning results;
• have experienced setbacks or negative emotions during the learning process;
• have recently moved to Estonia and need support in adapting and clarifying your next steps.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18016?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: Lossi plats
• Time: 29.11.2026 kell 08:00 - 18:00
• Format: Citizen Academy
• Organizer: MTÜ Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia

MODULE 1. Study Trip to Tallinn: Visiting the Riigikogu and Vabamu

Estonian Statehood, Democracy, Freedom and Civic Values

How does Estonia’s parliament work? How are decisions that affect life in the country made? What can Estonia’s history teach us about the value of freedom?

On Sunday, 29 November, the Citizen Academy civic education programme will organise a study trip to Tallinn. Participants will visit the Riigikogu, Estonia’s parliament, and the Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom.

The programme includes a tour of the Riigikogu and a meeting with a Member of Parliament, with an opportunity to ask questions about parliamentary work. At Vabamu, participants will take a guided tour, explore interactive exhibitions and discuss what they have seen.

📅 Sunday, 29 November 2026
📍 Tallinn: the Riigikogu and the Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom
🚌 Bus transport will be arranged for participants
🕒 The departure time and detailed schedule will be announced later

The trip is part of the Citizen Academy’s first module, “Being a Citizen”. Places are limited, and advance registration is required.

The programme is being implemented by the Ida-Viru Youth Academy on behalf of the Integration Foundation.
The event is funded as part of project No. 2021-2027.4.07.23-0006, ‘Activities to support the learning of the Estonian language and civic education’, supported by the European Social Fund+.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18010?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: Cinema Club&Lounge, Viru pst 2, Sillamäe
• Time: 19.11.2026 kell 18:00 - 20:30
• Format: Citizen Academy
• Organizer: MTÜ Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia

MODULE 1. Study Visit and Discussion in Sillamäe

Have you ever thought about how you could make a difference in your local community? How can you find like-minded people and take the first steps? Do you need a large organisation to help others, or can a good idea and the willingness to get involved be enough?

On 19 November 2026, the Civic Academy invites you to a study visit in Sillamäe entitled “How Can You Get Involved in Your Community?” We will explore the activities of the NGO Ida Südamete Soojus and learn from the experiences of the Ida-Viru Future 2050 initiative.

The event will take place at Cinema Club & Lounge, bringing together local volunteers and community activists. We will discuss their activities, grassroots initiatives and how a small idea can grow into an undertaking that brings people together and makes a positive difference in our surroundings.

Anna Rehema will introduce the work of the NGO Ida Südamete Soojus and share her experience of how civic organisations bring people together, strengthen mutual support and a sense of belonging, and create positive change in community life. We will learn how charitable and environmentally friendly initiatives come about, how volunteers are engaged, and what opportunities there are to get involved.

We will also watch a short film produced by the organisation's team, “Человеку нужен человек” (“People Need People”), which won first prize in the Shoot Shorts competition. The film tells the story of a young woman who grew up at the Lootus children's home and later became a volunteer with the organisation.

Irina Skubi represents the Ida-Viru Future 2050 initiative and will share her personal journey towards becoming actively involved in community life. Drawing on the project “Двор объединяет” (“Neighbours United”), she will explain how residents of apartment buildings can be encouraged to work together to improve their immediate surroundings.
We will discuss what can be achieved collectively, even with limited financial resources, and how a local initiative can inspire people to take a more active role in shaping the future of their wider region.
During the meeting, we will get to know one another and work in small groups to develop our own ideas for community-building, integration or charitable initiatives. Through these two different experiences, we will explore how small first steps can develop into sustained volunteer engagement.

You will also have an opportunity to find out how to join the volunteers of Ida Südamete Soojus and get involved in the activities of Ida-Viru Future 2050.

The working language of the event is Russian.
📍 Cinema Club & Lounge, Viru pst 2, Sillamäe
🗓 Thursday, 19 November 2026
🕕 18:00–20:30

The meeting will last approximately 2.5 hours and include a coffee break. Participation is free of charge, but places are limited and advance registration is required.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18009

Questions? For further information, please contact Vladislav Eglet at egletvladislav@gmail.com.

The event is part of the Citizen Academy’s first module, “Being a Citizen”. The programme is run by the Ida-Viru Youth Academy on behalf of the Integration Foundation.

The event is funded through project No. 2021-2027.4.07.23-0006, “Activities Supporting Estonian Language Learning and Civic Education”, supported by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+).

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18009?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: Tsentraal keskus, 3. korruse saal
• Time: 07.11.2026 kell 12:00 - 14:30
• Format: Citizen Academy
• Organizer: MTÜ Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia

MODULE 1. Simulation game: ‘Rights and responsibilities in everyday life’. JÕHVI

Do you know what to do if you suspect that your rights have been infringed? Who should you turn to if you run into difficulties when dealing with a public authority? How should you act in the event of a workplace or business dispute, or any other complex everyday situation? What are your rights and what are your responsibilities?

On 7 November, the Citizens’ Academy will hold a session in Jõhvi entitled ‘Rights and Responsibilities in Everyday Life’, centred around a practical simulation game. We will split into groups and resolve situations based on real-life scenarios. We’ll discuss possible solutions, make decisions and see where and to whom we can turn with various problems. Examples will include, amongst other things, dealing with local authorities and government bodies, as well as situations arising in working life or in private enterprise.

Olga Zubenko, a coordinator at Jõhvi Municipal Council, and Jefim Aljoškin from the Ida-Viru Enterprise Centre will also be sharing their experience and knowledge with participants.

You can look forward to two hours of practical discussion, problem-solving and new insights that you can apply in real life. The working language is Russian.

📍 Jõhvi. Tsentraal Centre, 3rd-floor hall.
🗓 7 November 2026
🕛 12:00–14:30

The session will last approximately 2.5 hours and includes a coffee break. Participation is free of charge, but places are limited and advance registration is required.

Any questions? For further information, please contact Vladislav Eglet: egletvladislav@gmail.com

The event is part of the Citizen Academy’s first module, “Being a Citizen”. The programme is run by the Ida-Viru Youth Academy on behalf of the Integration Foundation.

The event is funded through project No. 2021-2027.4.07.23-0006, “Activities Supporting Estonian Language Learning and Civic Education”, supported by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+).

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18008?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: on-line
• Time: 28.09.2026 kell 09:30 - 10:30
• Format: Language learning, adaptation and integration counselling
• Organizer: Narva eesti keele maja

Free counselling for adults on questions related to learning Estonian, adapting to life in Estonia and integration.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18015?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: Tartu
• Time: 28.11.2026 kell 10:00 - 16:00
• Format: Citizen Academy
• Organizer: MTÜ Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia

On Saturday, 28 November, the Civic Academy will organise a study trip to Tartu, where we will visit the Estonian National Museum and meet with a representative of the Tartu City Council.

During the study trip, we will learn about Estonian culture, history, identity and national symbols, as well as discuss adaptation and integration in Tartu.

At the Estonian National Museum, there will be a guided tour, and we will explore the interactive exhibits.

In addition, we will meet with the head of the adaptation and integration field at the Tartu City Council to discuss the opportunities and experience of the city of Tartu in supporting integration.

The programme is being implemented by the Ida-Viru Youth Academy on behalf of the Integration Foundation.
The event is funded as part of project No. 2021-2027.4.07.23-0006, ‘Activities to support the learning of the Estonian language and civic education’, supported by the European Social Fund+.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18014?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

• Language level required:
• Location: Lasnamäe ringmajanduskeskus, Toorme 2, Tallinn
• Time: 21.11.2026 kell 12:00 - 14:30
• Format: Citizen Academy
• Organizer: MTÜ Ida-Viru Noorteakadeemia

Study Visit and Discussion in Lasnamäe

Do you know your neighbours? Have you ever thought about how to improve your local surroundings or find people who would like to get involved in something together? How can a small idea grow into an initiative that brings together an entire street or neighbourhood?

On 21 November 2026, the Civic Academy invites you to a study visit focused on the local community organisation Lasnaidee. At the suggestion of its representative, Anton Küünal, we will meet at the Lasnamäe Circular Economy Centre and explore the opportunities it offers. Reusing and repairing items, as well as taking part in community workshops, provide practical ways to protect the environment while getting to know other local residents.

Anton Küünal will introduce the work and approach of Lasnaidee, demonstrating how every resident can contribute to making Lasnamäe a better place to live. Drawing on initiatives such as community gardens, LasnaPiknik, LasnaKino and LasnaKirbukas, he will explain how to bring people out of their apartments, build connections between neighbours and work together to improve the local community. We will also discuss how the Circular Economy Centre can become a meeting point and hub for cooperation among local residents.

Marianna Makarova, an integration expert, will help us explore how participation in local initiatives can bring together people from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. We will discuss how shared activities can help people find common ground, build trust and develop a stronger sense of belonging to society.

Viktorija Jerofejeva will introduce the work of the "Südamete Soojus" (Warmth of Hearts) charitable foundation in Tallinn. We will learn how everyone can make a difference through simple acts of support for people in need and how to join the organisation's volunteer activities.

During the meeting, you will have an opportunity to ask questions, share your ideas and discuss with other participants what new community activities could be initiated in Lasnamäe. You will leave with practical examples and useful contacts to help you take your first steps as a volunteer, join an existing initiative or find like-minded people to turn your own idea into reality.

The working language of the event is Russian.

🗓 Saturday, 21 November 2026

🕛12:00–14:30

📍Lasnamäe Circular Economy Centre, Toorme 2, Tallinn

The meeting will last approximately 2.5 hours and include a coffee break. Participation is free of charge, but places are limited and advance registration is required.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18013

Questions? For further information, please contact Mario Polshin at mariopolshin@gmail.com.

Please note: Registration for events takes place through the Integration Foundation's self-service portal, which you can access using an Estonian ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please consult the user guide for the self-service portal: https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus

The Civic Academy programme is implemented by the NGO Youth Academy of Ida-Viru on behalf of the Integration Foundation. The activities are funded by the European Social Fund+ project No. 2021-2027.4.07.23-0006, 'Activities Supporting Estonian Language Learning and Civic Education', under sub-activity 3.4.4.6.2, 'Organisation of Cooperation Activities and Training on National Defence and Civic Education'.

Registration: https://iseteenindus.integratsioon.ee/service/view/18013?lang=en

NB! You can register for the events through the Integration Foundation's self-service, which you can enter using an ID card, Mobile-ID or Smart-ID. Please see the user guide:https://integratsioon.ee/iseteenindus