Youth Exchange in Estonia: Back to Our Roots!
Each youth exchange brings together 30 young people aged 18-30 of Estonian origin; 20 living abroad and 10 from Estonia. The main aim of the youth exchange is to introduce the Estonian culture and language to participants.
This year's camp dates: 11th - 22nd of September 2022
Application deadline: 3rd of July
Each youth exchange brings together 30 young people aged 18-30 of Estonian origin; 20 living abroad and 10 from Estonia. The main aim of the youth exchange is to introduce the Estonian culture and language to participants.
The programme includes:
- introducing the Estonian history and cultural heritage to young Estonians living abroad;
- sharing Estonian success stories, good practices and planned future developments;
- teaching participants the Estonian language in the non-formal learning environment;
- providing information about work and study opportunities in Estonia;
- introducing Estonian governance system;
- creating the network for young people of Estonian origin that might support repatriation .
During the whole exchange programme the participants will have a chance to learn and practice Estonian in the non-formal learning environment. The programme consists of various activities organized in different parts of Estonia. Due to corona the last minute changes might occur in the project activties.
The youth exchange programme is organized by youth organization Seiklejate Vennaskond, coordinated by Estonian Education and Youth Board and financed by the Compatriots Programme of the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research.
Profile of participants:
- Age 18 - 30;
- Estonian roots, but living abroad for at least 10 years;
- Motivation to learn and practice Estonian;
- Willingness to participate in whole programme of youth exchange (participants need to choose to which exchange they apply for; they can participate only in one).
Costs related to participation:
If selected, all costs within Estonia are covered 100%, including accommodation, food, local transport, visits and excursions. Travel costs will be reimbursed after the exchange up to 300€ based on actual costs. There could be exceptions of increasing/decreasing the limit depending on the overall travel budget and the distance of individual journey. For instance, as travel costs from neighbouring countries are under the limit and from more distant countries over the limit, it will be balanced to be fair to everyone. Visa (if needed) is the responsibility of each participant, but organizers can provide assistance in getting the travel documents. Travel insurance is obligatory and be obtained by the participant. This cost will not be reimbursed.
Additional information and questions:
rahvuskaaslased@gmail.com – all questions are welcome!
Application form in English: (please fill the application form either in Estonian or English),
We are awaiting your applications!
Application deadline: 3rd of July
More info:
http://www.seiklejad.org/rahvuskaaslased.html
