Social Innovation News
Join the Social Innovation Study Visit to Pärnu County!
How do ideas emerge that genuinely make life better in a community? What happens when local people, civil society organisations,…
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Innovative Integration Methods for Ukrainian Refugees: A Knowledge-Sharing Session Based on Experiences from Germany and Lithuania
How can we better support the successful integration of Ukrainian refugees into the labour market and society? What new opportunities do digital solutions, artificial intelligence, community-based support, and mentoring offer?
Kutsume Eesti praktikuid, organisatsioone ja huvilisi osalema veebipõhisel teadmiste jagamise sessioonil, kus tutvustame projekti Buduy Razom kogemusi Ukraina pagulaste toetamisel Saksamaal ja Leedus.
Social Innovation Cooperation Discussed in Cyprus
At the end of April, Marju Mäger and Evelyn Valtin from KÜSK (National Foundation of Civil Society) visited Cyprus and met with representatives of the Organisation for European Programmes and Cultural Relations (OEPCR), the Social Innovation Centre, and AKTI Project and Research Centre. The purpose of the visit was to exchange experiences, identify common interests, and explore opportunities for international cooperation in the fields of social innovation, culture, and environmental sustainability.
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KÜSK shared Estonian experience in developing social innovation in Madrid
On 4–5 May 2026, the National Competence Centres Mutual Learning Event titled “Social Innovation Portfolios in Practice: Building Advocacy for Systemic Change” took place in Madrid, Spain. Evelyn Valtin participated in the event and contributed to a panel discussion. The event was organised by the National Competence Centres Working Group under the Community of Practice on Social Innovation and the Transnational Calls Team.
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Does the phrase “social innovation” resonate with you? Come and co-create at our networking day
Have you ever wondered how good ideas turn into solutions that actually work in society? On 14 May, the social innovators’ idea day “Võrsumine” will take place at the Energy Discovery Centre (Energia Avastuskeskus) in Tallinn. The event brings together people who work with these questions on a daily basis, as well as those who would like to contribute more to the field.
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Are You the Next Idea Master? Turn Challenges into Solutions
As part of the social innovation activities under the Swiss–Estonian Cooperation Programme “Enhancing Social Inclusion,” a new programme has been launched to identify and develop solutions to integration and inclusion challenges in Estonia.
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Study Visit on Social Innovation to Ida-Viru County: How Communities, Youth, and Courage Shape the Future
The image of Ida-Viru County in Estonia has for years been multifaceted – shaped by the shadows of its industrial past, language barriers, and the perception of a region in need of support. At the same time, in recent years, a number of targeted grants and investments have been directed to the region with the aim of revitalising local life, strengthening entrepreneurship, and creating an attractive living environment. However, the most important change does not come from funding alone – it is driven by people, ideas, and collaboration.
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11th European Congress of Local Governments: Intergenerational Culture in Practice
From 2–3 March 2026, the 11th European Congress of Local Governments took place in Mikolajki, Poland, bringing together local government representatives, policymakers, and civil society actors to discuss the future of cities and communities across Europe. Evelyn Valtin, Project Manager for social innovation activities under the Swiss-Estonian Cooperation Programme measure “Supporting Social Inclusion” at the National Foundation of Civil Society of Estonia, participated as a panelist in the discussion “City for Children and Seniors: Intergenerational Culture in Practice,” sharing insights from Estonia’s experience and initiatives fostering intergenerational connections.
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Invitation to Participate – a Two-Day Study Trip Exploring the Paths of Social Innovation
How do real changes in communities come about? What happens when people from different sectors – civil society organisations, businesses,…
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Evelyn Valtin: “It All Starts with Caring”
Get to know a person for whom creating social impact starts with personal values and a balanced way of life….
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The Swiss–Estonian Cooperation Programme Brings Exciting Hackathons and New Opportunities to Explore Social Innovation in 2026
Have you ever wondered how to solve major challenges in your community — for example, how to help newcomers integrate…
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A Bus Full of Ideas: How Social Innovation Really Emerges in South-East Estonia
On 28–29 October, a two-day social innovation study trip took place, organised by the National Foundation of Civil Society (KÜSK). The aim was to bring together leaders from NGOs, municipalities, and businesses to explore functioning community-based solutions and support the exchange of knowledge and experience.
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