That’s right. The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent out a polite but clear message to Estonians around the world: we’re listening — talk to us.
Whether you’re sipping flat whites in Melbourne, recovering from Õllesummer in Tallinn, or dodging kangaroos in Queensland, this is your chance to chime in.
What’s all this about?
It’s called the Global Estonian Activity Plan (Üleilmse eestluse tegevuskava) — a fancy name for a very real thing. It’s Estonia’s way of staying connected to its people abroad: you, me, the folk who still speak fluent eesti keel (Estonian) and can whip up lihapirukad (meat pies) from memory. (Those of us who rely on online recipes are welcome to chime in too — thank goodness.)
The plan is currently getting a 2026–2029 upgrade, and the Foreign Ministry wants to make sure it actually reflects the lives, needs and dreams of Estonians living outside Estonia. (Fun fact: did you know there are 200,000 people of Estonian heritage living abroad? 15% of all Estonians!)
How to drop your two (euro) cents?
Simple. You have until 20 August 2025 to speak your mind.
📧 Send your thoughts, ideas or gentle (polite!) rants via email: diasporaa[at]mfa.ee
💬 Or drop a comment here: Click here
Want to know what’s in the current plan?
📄 Peek behind the curtain: Üleilmse eestluse tegevuskava 2022–2025
Why should we care?
Because this plan affects everything from Estonian language lessons and cultural events, to support for returning expats, youth engagement, and whether you get emailed about the next Laulupidu or left in the dark. (Let’s be honest — no one would really be that cruel. You will get your email.)
It’s not just about waving a blue-black-white flag on public holidays — it’s about keeping Estonians abroad involved in shaping what Estonia is in the world.
🎥 Need inspiration?
No stress. You can catch the Global Estonian Networks Day talks online — including greetings from the Foreign Minister, vision statements, and some very thoughtful takes on the future of Estonianness.
▶️ Watch here: (Globalestonian.com)
✍️ Your turn!
What you say could shape what Estonia does next. This is your chance to suggest that thing you’ve been muttering to your friends about for years. Or to tell Estonia what’s working. Or what’s missing.
Let’s help make the next version of the plan genuinely useful, inspiring — and relevant to us.
