BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//EstoSite - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.estosite.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for EstoSite REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T220000 DTSTAMP:20260518T043801Z CREATED:20260506T013603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T043801Z UID:13813-1779136200-1779141600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:EANC presents: A Virtual Forum with Estonia's Ambassador Kristjan Prikk DESCRIPTION:Our Council is honored to once again welcome Estonian Ambassador to the United States Kristjan Prikk for a virtual forum and discussion with the Estonian community in the United States. \n\n\n\nWe warmly invite Estonian Americans to this online event with Estonian / European Security and Transatlantic Relations with Ambassador Kristjan Prikk\, who has been Estonia’s representative to the U.S. for the past four years and will soon be departing.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIntroductory remarks wil be made by EANC President Mai-Liis Bartling. \n\n\n\nAmbassador Prikk will open the evening with focused remarks on two of the most pressing topics in today’s geopolitical landscape: The state of Transatlantic relations between Europe and North America\, and Estonia’s perspective on European economy and security in today’s rapidly shifting environment. \n\n\n\nDrawing on his firsthand experience in diplomacy and international relations\, the Ambassador will offer an update on where things stand\, how Estonia is preparing for uncertain times\, and what it means for Estonians in the U.S.  Ambassador Prikk will also reflect on his own time in the United States\, sharing his own observations.  \n\n\n\nThe Ambassador’s remarks will be followed by a Q & A session\, moderated by Maia Linask\, Vice President of EANC.   \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this important opportunity to hear directly from the Ambassador\, as he prepares to depart to his next assignment.  \n\n\n\nRegistration is required \n\n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eanc-presents-in-focus-with-estonias-ambassador-kristjan-prikk/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Culture,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Opportunities,Security,Security & Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering,Youth Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-0518-virtual-forum-in-focus-with-eanc_Ambassador-kristjan-prikk.png ORGANIZER;CN="Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T220441Z CREATED:20260414T215646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T220441Z UID:13793-1776367800-1776371400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Lecture: Energia\, AI ja julgeolek DESCRIPTION:NY Eesti Haridusselts ja noortejuhatus kutsuvad teid Tallinna Tehnikaülikooli loengule: \n\n\n\n„Energia\, tehisintellekt ja julgeolek: milliseid insenere vajab uuenev maailm ja mida Eesti selleks teeb“ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElinor Toming\, TalTechi Arengufondi büroo juhataja\, tutvustab võimalusi välismaalastele õppimiseks Eestis. \n\n\n\n(Loeng toimub eesti keeles) \n\n\n\nMeil on õnn elada hetkes\, milles muutuvad ühekorraga nii majanduslikud\, tehnoloogilised kui ka geopoliitilised süsteemid. Teisisõnu on tegemist radikaalse paradigma muutusega\, kus tehisaru ei ole enam üks paljudest järjekordsetest uutest tehnoloogiatest vaid vältimatult realiseeruv kõikehõlmav infrastruktuur. \n\n\n\nTehisaru ei kasvata majandust iseenesest. Selle muudavad väärtuseks inimesed\, kes oskavad seda siduda energiasüsteemide\, tootmise\, kaitse\, taristu ja teiste keeruliste füüsiliste ning reguleeritud süsteemidega. Selle töö teevad päriselus ära insenerid\, kelle roll maailmas muutub üha olulisemaks. \n\n\n\nTallinna Tehnikaülikooli strateegilise juhtimise ja rahvusvahelise äri külalislektor Ergo Metsla räägib oma ettekandes\, milliseid oskuseid uuenev maailm vajab. Juttu tuleb tehisintellekti mõjust\, Eesti digiriigi järgmise arenguhüppe võimalustest ning riskist Euroopa võib AI arengus maha jääda. Lisaks ka sellest\, mida Eesti peab kohe ja lähiaastatel tegema\, et mitte rongist maha jääda ning milline on tehnikaülikooli roll selles ning mis samme on ülikool teinud. \n\n\n\nTalTechi Arengufondi büroo juhataja Elinor Toming tutvustab võimalusi välismaalastele (seal hulgas erisused väliseestlastele) õppimiseks Eestis. Millised on variandid – semester\, aasta või täisõpe –\, milline on rahaline pühendumus ning milliseid stipendiume ja toetusi on võimalik taotleda. Samuti avab Elinor\, kuidas on TalTech seotud ettevõtluse ja kiiresti arenevate tehnoloogiavaldkondadega\, pakkudes praktilist ja rahvusvahelist õpikogemust. Ettekandes saab ülevaate ka sellest\, millist väärtust annab Eestis õppimine nii karjäärivõimaluste kui ka sidemete loomise vaates. \n\n\n\nArengufondi kaudu on võimalus TalTech üliõpilastel kandideerida erasektori stipendiumitele. Viimase nelja aastaga on antud välja ligi 900 stipendiumi pea 2 miljoni euro väärtuses. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/lecture-energia-ai-ja-julgeolek/ LOCATION:New Yorgi Eesti Maja /New York Estonian House\, 243 East 34th Street\, New York City\, New York\, 10016 CATEGORIES:Education,Opportunities,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TTU-NYEHS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Yorgi Eesti Haridusselts":MAILTO:info@estonianhousenewyork.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260131T003020Z CREATED:20260131T000340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T003020Z UID:13209-1770379200-1770382800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Power Up\, Ukraine DESCRIPTION:A Message from our partners at UCCA: \n\n\n\nAs we approach the fourth anniversary of russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine\, the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA) is launching a national advocacy campaign entitled:  #SupportUkraine: Restore Power. Punish War Crimes.  \n\n\n\nThe focus of the campaign is on restoring Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and holding russia  accountable for its systematic attacks on civilians. Please join the campaign’s opening event — a virtual webinar titled “POWER-UP Ukraine\,” hosted by UCCA’s Emergency Energy Task Force on Friday February 6th at 12pm EST.  \n\n\n\nThe webinar will bring together leading U.S. and Ukrainian experts to examine the impact of russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy sector\, the implications for Ukraine’s economy and civilian population\, and the urgent need for sustained international engagement.  \n\n\n\nTO REGISTER\, click on the link below or use the QR code on the infographic above: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the POWER UP UKRAINE webinar here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join in this important discussion about Ukraine’s critical needs and how best you can assist! \n\n\n\nReminder! Matching donations for Ukraine campaign! Send us a donation earmarked for support of Ukraine\, and we will match* it\, sending on to our Ukrianian partners\, UCCA. *up to $10\,000 in total URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/webinar/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Discussion,Security,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Powr-Up-Ukraine.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA)":MAILTO:unis@ucca.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T110000 DTSTAMP:20251021T043450Z CREATED:20251021T042441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T043450Z UID:12948-1761645600-1761649200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:A Conversation with Estonian President Alar Karis DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Council on Global Affairs welcomes you to attend a Conversation with the Estonian President. Presdient Karis joins the Council to discuss digital innovation\, cybersecurity\, and Estonia’s role on the front lines of collective defense.This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. \n\n\n\nAbout This Event\n\n\n\nEstonia has become a digital powerhouse\, leading the world in online government services while positioned on NATO’s strategically important eastern border. The country has shown how technology can strengthen democracy and security simultaneously. How did Estonia transform itself into a digital leader? What can other countries learn from its approach to both innovation and defense? And how can stronger US-Estonia cooperation help address today’s evolving security challenges? Join President Karis as he discusses Estonia’s experience navigating digital transformation and geopolitical pressures in an increasingly complex world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speakers\n\n\n\nAlar Karis\, President of Estonia \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlar Karis has served as president of the Republic of Estonia since October 11\, 2021. A molecular geneticist and developmental biologist\, he previously served as director of the Estonian National Museum\, as rector of the University of Tartu and the Estonian University of Life Sciences\, and as auditor-general of the Republic of Estonia. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresident & Chief Executive Officer\, Chicago Council on Global Affairs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Leslie Vinjamuri joined the Council in 2025 as the president and chief executive officer\, after previously serving as director of the US and the Americas program at the Royal Institute of International Affairs\, known as Chatham House\, in London. She brings nearly 30 years of experience working at the intersection of international affairs\, research\, policy\, and public engagement. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/a-conversation-with-estonian-president-alar-karis/ CATEGORIES:Chicago,Community,Education,Estonia,Estonian Culture,Government of Estonia,Opportunities,Security,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/unnamed-31.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T140000 DTSTAMP:20251021T040755Z CREATED:20251021T040752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T040755Z UID:12941-1761564600-1761573600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:A conversation with President Alar Karis of the Republic of Estonia DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with President Alar Karis of the Republic of Estonia on innovation and digitaltransformation\, geopolitical challenges\, and national security on NATO’s eastern border. \n\n\n\nFollowing remarks\, President Karis will be in conversation with Professor John Mark Hansen\, Charles L. Hutchinson Distinguished Service Professor in the Department of Political Science and the College at the University of Chicago. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis program is presented by The International House Association Global Forum Series. This event on October 27th\, 2025 is co-sponsored by UChicago Global. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. Please use entrance on S. Dorchester Ave. Doors open at 10:45am. Lecture begins at 11:30am. No entry will be permitted after 11:45am. \n\n\n\nSecurity Notice: All bags will be checked upon entry and must be stored in the coat room for the duration of the event. Please plan accordingly and avoid bringing large or unnecessary items. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions or would like additional information on accessibility and accommodations in place for this event\, please contact International House at 773-753-2274 or i-house-programs@uchicago.edu. \n\n\n\nThe 2025-2026 Global Forum Series theme is Pathways to Peace: Lessons in Reconciliation. The Global Forum will convene leading thinkers\, scholars\, and practitioners to discuss one of humanity’s most profound challenges and greatest hopes: the ability to reconcile after conflict. Through this series\, we will hear from diplomats\, historians\, philanthropists\, and others who witnessed and shaped these turning points in history. We will also highlight the role of International Houses around the world in the reconciliation of conflict. The International House Association (IHA) represents a collection of historic Rockefeller International Houses and centers around the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiography of President Alar Karis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlar Karis is an Estonian molecular geneticist and developmental biologist. He has served as the President of the Republic of Estonia since 11 October 2021. \n\n\n\nAlar Karis was born on 26 March 1958 in Tartu. \n\n\n\nHe graduated from the Estonian Agricultural Academy (now the Estonian University of Life Sciences) in 1981. He was awarded a Master of Science degree in 1987. Alar Karis has worked in a variety of research institutes in Germany\, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. He was awarded the status of professor at the University of Tartu in 1999. His research has been among the most widely cited internationally of any Estonian scientist of his generation. \n\n\n\nAlar Karis was one of the co-founders of Visgenyx\, a company which grew out of the University of Tartu and undertook research and development in the field of biotechnology. \n\n\n\nAlar Karis was elected rector of the University of Tartu in 2007. He has also served as the rector of the Estonian University of Life Sciences\, as the Auditor-General of the Republic of Estonia and as the head of the EUROSAI Working Group on Environmental Auditing (EUROSAI WGEA). He has led the work of Universities Estonia (the national council of university rectors) a number of times. \n\n\n\nPrior to being elected president\, Alar Karis was working as the director of the Estonian National Museum. \n\n\n\nHe has previously been a member of the Academic Council and Academic Advisory Board of the President of the Republic and of the Research and Development Council; a member of the supervisory boards of the Estonian Fund for Nature\, the European University Association\, the International Council of Archives\, the International Council of Museums\, the museums of the University of Tartu and the Estonian Literary Museum; a member of the advisory board to the Entrepreneurship & Living Environment Development Division of Enterprise Estonia; and the chairman of the supervisory boards of the Estonian Development Fund and (from 2020-2021) the Estonian University of Life Sciences. \n\n\n\nAlar Karis served as the honorary consul to the Republic of Chile in Estonia from 2010-2021. \n\n\n\nHe has been awarded the Order of the White Star\, 4th class. He is also a recipient of the Commander’s cross of the Order of Leopold II of Belgium\, the Commander’s cross of the Royal Order of the Polar Star of Sweden\, the Commander’s cross of the Order of the Lion of Finland\, the Latvian Cross of Recognition\, 3rd class and Order of the National Coat of Arms chain\, and the Royal Order of the Seraphim of the Kingdom of Sweden. \n\n\n\nAlar Karis is married to Sirje Karis. They have three children. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/a-conversation-with-president-alar-karis-of-the-republic-of-estonia/ LOCATION:International House\, 1414 East 59th Street Chicago\, IL 60637\, Chicago\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Chicago,Community,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Opportunities,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-PResdient-KAris-at-I-HOuse-Chicago.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T235959 DTSTAMP:20250422T142644Z CREATED:20250422T142412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T142644Z UID:12053-1747008000-1747353599@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Virtual Baltic Advocaccy Days DESCRIPTION:issed Baltic Advocacy Days in Washington\, DC? Here’s another opportunity to stand for Baltic security: \n\n\n\nRegister for Virtual Baltic Advocacy Days to meet with your Congressional office over video call. \n\n\n\nThe Joint Baltic American National Committee invites Baltic Americans and friends of the Baltics to participate in virtual advocacy days from May 7-9 and May 12-15. Your voice makes a difference! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis year we will advocate for funding the Baltic Security Initiative\, supporting our friends in Ukraine\, and highlighting the strength of the U.S.-Baltic relationship. \n\n\n\nBaltic Virtual Advocacy Days will consist of 15–20 minute video call meetings with your Congressional offices. Each participant will have 2–3 meetings\, which will take place on May 7–9 and May 12–15. Participants can indicate their availability on the registration form. (Please only register if you were unable to attend the in-person Advocacy Days.) \n\n\n\nAll participants will also be invited to a virtual briefing ahead of Baltic Advocacy Days. No experience is required—briefing materials and training will be provided. We hope you’ll join us! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister here \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Your voice makes a big difference! Support Estonian security! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/virtual-baltic-advocaccy-days-may-12-15/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bad-2025-virtual-cropped-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T210000 DTSTAMP:20250416T183105Z CREATED:20250414T151606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T183105Z UID:11964-1744833600-1744837200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Virtual discussion "Baltic Spotlight: Disinformation as a Challenge to Western Democracies" DESCRIPTION:Register here \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC) presents the latest in its virtual discussion series Baltic Spotlight on Wednesday\, April 16. Featuring guest Marcus Kolga\, the founder and director of DisinfoWatch\, the discussion will be focused on the disinformation war being waged by Russia and the challenges it brings for Western countries to preserve its democracies. \n\n\n\nMarcus Kolga is a documentary filmmaker\, journalist\, human rights activist\, and a leading Canadian analyst of foreign disinformation and influence operations. He frequently writes and comments on Russian and Central and Eastern European issues and disinformation in Canadian and international media. His articles have been published by The Globe and Mail\, The Toronto Star\, The National Post\, Macleans\, the Atlantic Council\, The European Observer\, and other European publications. \n\n\n\nKolga led the Canadian civil society campaign for Magnitsky human rights sanctions legislation and has actively led and contributed to similar efforts in Estonia\, Latvia\, Sweden\, and Australia. \n\n\n\nHe has been sanctioned by both the Kremlin and China for his efforts to promote democracy and combat disinformation. \n\n\n\nThe Joint Baltic American National Committee\, Inc. \n\n\n\nEstablished in 1961\, JBANC has represented the Baltic-American communities and its three parent organizations\, the American Latvian Association\, the Estonian American National Council\, and the Lithuanian American Council. JBANC’s goal has been to help coordinate their activities in Washington\, DC with the U.S. Congress and administration and its related agencies in conjunction with issues related to Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania. We have taken great pride in over half a century in joint Baltic cooperation and in being able to help coordinate and consolidate our common interests.  URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jbanc-baltic-spotlight-disnformation-as-a-challenge-to-western-democracies/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Education,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/jbanc-spotlight-ed-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T235959 DTSTAMP:20250220T043601Z CREATED:20241226T202821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T043601Z UID:11248-1743379200-1743638399@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Baltic Advocacy Days 2025 DESCRIPTION:Save the Dates! \n\n\n\n Baltic Advocacy Days 2025 \n\n\n\nWashington\, D.C. Baltic Advocacy Days connects members of the Baltic diaspora and friends of the Baltics with their Congressional offices. \n\n\n\nBaltic Advocacy Days is an opportunity to inform members of Congress on the importance of the U.S. Baltic relationship as well as highlight the strength of Baltic American communities. \n\n\n\nJoin us in Washington\, D.C.\, to make Baltic voices heard and participate in a series of cultural\, educational\, and networking events. Your voice makes a difference! \n\n\n\nBaltic Advocacy Days consist of meetings between constituents and U.S. congressional offices to inform members of Congress about the importance of the U.S.-Baltic relationship\, the concerns of the Baltic American community\, and continuing support for Ukraine.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will participate in two or three meetings\, typically lasting approximately 30 minutes. JBANC will provide a briefing beforehand to every advocate\, and no prior experience is necessary. \n\n\n\nParticipants are also invited to join a reception celebrating the Baltic American community on April 1 and a Baltic Happy Hour on April 2 to conclude the advocacy days. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Baltic Advocacy Days here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-advocacy-days-2025/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baltic-advocacy-days-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T170000 DTSTAMP:20250505T234839Z CREATED:20250505T234608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T234839Z UID:12129-1742803200-1747414800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Call for Applicants: 2026 Fellowships at Stanford University DESCRIPTION:Vabamu\, Stanford University Libraries\, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia invite applications for the following three fellowships: \n\n\n\n\nShort-Term Research Fellowships at Stanford University for Estonian Scholars \n\n\n\nShort term Research Fellowship at Stanford University for Estonian Security and Foreign Policy Experts \n\n\n\nThe Global Digital Governance Fellowship at Stanford University for Estonian Scholars\n\n\n\n\nApplication deadline: May 19\, 2025. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, eligibility requirements\, and link to apply\, click here. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/call-for-applicants-2026-fellowships-at-stanford-university/ CATEGORIES:Education,Opportunities,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Stanford-Univesrity-blue-sky-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T220000 DTSTAMP:20250309T032505Z CREATED:20250302T221250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T032505Z UID:11747-1741293000-1741298400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:IN FOCUS WITH EANC. Russia’s War Against Ukraine and the Implications for European Security and Beyond: The Perspective from Estonia DESCRIPTION:Watch recording\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for this important discussion on the importance of supporting Ukraine\, understanding what is at stake\, what we can do\, and where we go from here. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe are honored to welcome our distinguished speakers: \n\n\n\nAmbassador Kristjan Prikk\, Estonian Ambassador to the U.S. \n\n\n\nMr. Karl Altau\, Managing Director of the Joint Baltic American National Committee \n\n\n\nQ & A Moderated by Ms. Maia Linask\, Vice President of the Estonian American National Council \n\n\n\n“A just peace can only be achieved through strength\, adherence to international norms\, the rule of law\, and the involvement of Ukraine and our European allies in any negotiations. Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine.” – Full EANC Statement on Ukraine available at https://estosite.org/eanc-ukraine-statement-feb-20-2025/ URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/in-focus-with-eanc-russias-war-against-ukraine-and-the-implications-for-european-security-and-beyond-the-perspective-from-estonia/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/724caf50-07a2-47cc-8fbb-277f72b3bb10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000 DTSTAMP:20250222T014850Z CREATED:20250222T014649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T014850Z UID:11626-1740232800-1740232800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Support Ukraine: Mass Rally and Protest March - Washington\, DC DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 22\, the Ukrainian diaspora\, together with the Ukrainian Embassy\, supporters of Ukraine from the USA and around the world\, will gather at the iconic Lincoln Memorial in Washington\, D.C. for a mass rally\, marking three years of russia’s genocidal full-scale war against Ukraine. \n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, February 22 \n\n\n\nWhere: Lincoln Memorial\, Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nMass Rally Schedule:Gather: 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.Program: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F4zoFPVEG/ and show your support by marking yourself as “Interested” or “Going” and stay updated with announcements by visiting the event page. If your organization is planning to attend our event\, please comment with your organization’s name on the “Attending Organizations” post under the event’s Discussions section. \n\n\n\nReserve a Spot on EventBrite: https://three-year-war-mass-rally-for-Ukraine-in-DC.event… \n\n\n\nRally Organizers: US Ukrainian Activists\, United Help Ukraine\, Razom for Ukraine\, Ukraine House\, Ukrainian Congress Committee of America\, and People of Ukraine Foundation\, and in cooperation with the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA / Посольство України в США and the Honorary Consulate of Ukraine (Philadelphia\, PA). \n\n\n\nPhoto and Graphics Credit: Nadiya Shaporynska\, US Ukrainian Activists #MassRallyInDC #LincolnMemorialRally #DCRally #StandWithUkraine #StandWithUkraineEveryDay #SupportUkraine \n\n\n\nProtest March following Mass Rally:Dear Friends of Ukraine\, come march with us to express support for Ukraine and condemn russia’s 11-year-long genocidal war against Ukraine\, its people\, and culture. Bring flags\, signs\, and posters supporting Ukraine. All friends of Ukraine are welcome. We will march from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to the residence of the russian ambassador in Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nProtest March Schedule: \n\n\n\nTime: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nStarting Point: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolEnding Point: Russian Ambassador’s Residence (1125 16th St NW\, Washington\, D.C.) \n\n\n\nJoin the Protest March event on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/1H7cF5sBqV/ and Eventbrite https://DC-March-3-years-of-war-against-Ukraine.eventbrit… \n\n\n\nMarch Organizer: US Ukrainian Activists (USUA) \n\n\n\nMass Rally and Protest March in Washington\, D.C. to Mark 3 Years of russia’s War Against Ukraine URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/support-ukraine-mass-rally-protest-march-washington-dc-feb22-2025/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/USUA-Feb-22-rally-ad.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T235959 DTSTAMP:20250222T023810Z CREATED:20250222T021311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T023810Z UID:11639-1740182400-1740700799@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Ukraine Advocacy Week - Washington\, DC DESCRIPTION:UCCA is calling for volunteers to participate in a rapidly upcoming week of events in Washington\, D.C. centered around the 3rd anniversary of full-fledged aggression: \n\n\n\nFebruary 22: Mass Rally\, Protest March \n\n\n\nFebruary 24-25: Advocacy Days \n\n\n\nFebruary 26: Security Conference \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMass Rally: The Ukrainian diaspora\, together with the Ukrainian Embassy\, supporters of Ukraine from the USA and around the world\, will gather at the iconic Lincoln Memorial in Washington\, D.C. for a mass rally\, marking three years of russia’s genocidal full-scale war against Ukraine. \n\n\n\n WHEN: Saturday\, February 22 TIME:• Gathering: 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.• Program: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Lincoln Memorial\, Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1F4zoFPVEG/EventBrite: https://three-year-war-mass-rally-for-Ukraine-in-DC.event… \n\n\n\nShow your support by marking yourself as “Interested” or “Going” and stay updated with announcements by visiting the event page. \n\n\n\nOrganizers: US Ukrainian Activists\, United Help Ukraine\, Razom for Ukraine\, Ukraine House\, Ukrainian Congress Committee of America\, and People of Ukraine Foundation. \n\n\n\nIn cooperation with the Embassy of Ukraine in the USA / Посольство України в США and the Honorary Consulate of Ukraine (Philadelphia\, PA). \n\n\n\nIf your organization is planning to attend our event\, please comment with your organization’s name on the “Attending Organizations” post under the event’s Discussions section. \n\n\n\nPhoto /Graphics Credit: Nadiya Shaporynska\, US Ukrainian Activists \n\n\n\n#MassRallyInDC #LincolnMemorialRally #DCRally #StandWithUkraine #StandWithUkraineEveryDay #SupportUkraine \n\n\n\n***** \n\n\n\nThe Protest March will follow the Mass Rally at the Lincoln Memorial. \n\n\n\nOn February 22\, marking the third anniversary of russia’s full-scale genocidal war against Ukraine\, the Ukrainian diaspora\, alongside supporters from the USA and worldwide\, will march from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to the residence of the russian ambassador in Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\n WHEN: Saturday\, February 22 TIME: 3:30–4:30 p.m. Starting Point: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Ending Point: Russian Ambassador’s Residence(1125 16th St NW) \n\n\n\nDear Friends of Ukraine\, come march with us to express support for Ukraine and condemn russia’s 11-year-long genocidal war against Ukraine\, its people\, and culture. \n\n\n\nBring flags\, signs\, and posters supporting Ukraine. All friends of Ukraine are welcome. \n\n\n\n Join the event: \n\n\n\n– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H7cF5sBqV/ \n\n\n\n– Eventbrite: https://DC-March-3-years-of-war-against-Ukraine.eventbrit… \n\n\n\nMarch Organizer: US Ukrainian Activists (USUA)  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 24-25: Advocacy Days \n\n\n\nMeet the new 119th Congress. \n\n\n\nMake your voice heard! \n\n\n\nRoad to Victory for Ukraine! \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFebruary 26: Security Conference \n\n\n\n“Taking Measure of Ukraine’s Defense Capabilities / Needs After a Third Year of War” \n\n\n\n\nProgram & Speakers\n\n\n\n\n8:30 am — 5:15 pm. University Club\, 1135 16th St NW\, Washington\, DC 20036 \n\n\n\n6:00 pm – 8:30 pm. Patrons’ Reception. \n\n\n\nVenue: American Foreign Policy Council/ Center for US Ukrainian Relations DC Bureau509 C Street NW\, Washington\, DC URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ukraine-advocacy-week-washington-dc/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonian Independence Day,Family activities,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Ukraine-Days-Feb2025-1024x1024-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T100000 DTSTAMP:20241217T214838Z CREATED:20241217T212316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T214838Z UID:11237-1734512400-1734516000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:The Atlantic Council presents: "The NATO perspective: Strengthening resilience across the Alliance" DESCRIPTION:The Atlantic Council’s Transatlantic Security Initiative and the Adrienne Arsht National Security Resilience Initiative will host a conversation on how NATO allies can continue to cultivate a resilient community. This is a hybrid event\, you may attend in person or join virtually. \n\n\n\nAmbassador of the Republic of Estonia to the United States\, Kristjan Prikk\, will be speaking. \n\n\n\nEarlier this year\, NATO—the most resilient and successful military alliance in history—celebrated its seventy-fifth anniversary. Even after seventy-five years\, NATO’s work continues to be of the utmost importance to the peace and security of the transatlantic community and a cornerstone of resilience for Europe. The notion of national resilience and the capacity to withstand a major shock is a fundamental national and collective responsibility of all NATO allies\, as outlined in NATO’s Article 3. With geopolitical tensions on the rise\, exposed and inflamed by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine\, this event will aim to examine the main challenges being posed to national and collective resilience across the alliance.The discussion will touch upon what can be learned from allies on the Eastern flank and consider how NATO can transform concepts into actionable measures. It will emphasize the dynamic relationship between NATO\, individual governments\, and civil society in fostering a resilient community.   \n\n\n\nThis conversation will take place at Atlantic Council headquarters and will be broadcast on YouTube\, X\, Facebook\, and LinkedIn. To join us in-person or virtually\, please complete the registration form.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\nWelcoming RemarksAdrienne ArshtExecutive Vice Chair\, Board of Directors\, Atlantic CouncilFEATURED SPEAKERSAmbassador Michael CarpenterSpecial Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Europe\,National Security Council\, The White HouseH.E. Kristjan PrikkAmbassador of Estonia to the United StatesElisabeth BrawSenior Fellow\, Transatlantic Security Initiative\, Scowcroft Center for Strategy and SecurityAtlantic CouncilModerated by:Laura KellyForeign Policy ReporterThe HillRecorded Keynote RemarksAngus LapsleyAssistant Secretary General for Defence Policy and Planning\, NATO  URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/nato-perspective-strengthening-resilience-across-the-alliance/ CATEGORIES:75th anniversary Great Flight from Estonia,Advocacy,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Screenshot-2024-12-17-155042-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T210000 DTSTAMP:20241113T193243Z CREATED:20241113T193240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T193243Z UID:11222-1731614400-1731618000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:JBANC Baltic Spotight 6: Lessons in Trans-Atlantic Security from NATO's Eastern Flank DESCRIPTION:Join JBANC on November 14th at 8:00 pm ET (5:00 pm PT) for the sixth edition of Baltic Spotlight. THis virtual event will feature Dr. Mart Kuldkepp\, Professor of Estonian and Nordic history at the University College\, London. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will focus on the ramifications of the Biden administration’s de-escalation policy and the future of U.S. support for Ukraine. We will also cover Dr. Kuldkepp’s most recent research on Euro-Orientalism and its ramifications for the perceptions of the Baltics within Europe. \n\n\n\nMart Kuldkepp is Professor of Estonian and Nordic History at University College London (UCL). He completed his PhD dissertation at the University of Tartu\, Estonia in 2014 and joined UCL in 2015. He has also recently held the Estonian Diaspora Visiting Professorship at the University of Tartu. \n\n\n\nMart specializes in Scandinavian and Baltic history and politics (especially foreign and security policy\, and early 20th century wars)\, but also has an interest in the Baltic Sea Region more broadly\, including Germany and Russia. His recent book\, Nordic Estonia (2024\, in Estonian) explores the role that Estonia’s Nordic identity played in Estonia’s independence before World War II. His next book is The Shortest History of Scandinavia (2025\, in English). At Yale\, he is John S. Saden Visiting Professor of Baltic Studies\, where he will be teaching a postgraduate course about the independence of the Baltic states. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jbanc-baltic-spotight-6-lessons-in-trans-atlantic-security-from-natos-eastern-flank/ LOCATION:Home – Virtual CATEGORIES:Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/5bueBLnW.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T090000 DTSTAMP:20240913T193538Z CREATED:20240913T174820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T193538Z UID:11039-1726650000-1726650000@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:JBANC Baltic Spotlight 5: Latvia´s Response to Invasion of Ukraine DESCRIPTION:Join our partners from the Joint Baltic Americans National Committee on September 18th at 9am (4pm EET) for the fifth edition of Baltic Spotlight\, featuring Dr. Māris Andžāns\, Director of the Center for Geopolitical Studies Riga. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe discussion will be focused on the Latvian response to the invasion of Ukraine\, including the increase in spending\, defensive capabilities\, and the start of conscription.About the Speaker: Māris Andžāns\, Dr.sc.pol.\, is the Director of the Center for Geopolitical Studies Riga and an Associate Professor at Riga Stradins University. Previously\, he was a Visiting Scholar at the Harvard University Davis Center\, a Fellow at the Academy of International Affairs NRW in Bonn\, Germany and a Visiting Fulbright Scholar at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies. He was also the Vice Rector of Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences and Senior Researcher at the Latvian Institute of International Affairs.He has authored more than 110 publications\, primarily on security and defense issues of the Baltic states\, but also Central Asia\, as well as on transport and digital policies. Dr. Andžāns has ten years of experience in the public administration of Latvia. He served in positions related to the coordination of EU and NATO issues\, security of transport and communications\, civil-military cooperation\, aviation\, electronic communications\, and postal issues. Among other duties\, he has served as the Chairman of the National Cyber Security Council of Latvia and the Dangerous Goods Movement Consultative Council of Latvia. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\nJBANC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\nTopic: Baltic Spotlight with Māris Andžāns – Wednesday\, September 18 at 9:00 am ET \n\n\n\nTime: Sep 18\, 2024 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \n\n\n\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88623112846?pwd=snb4cJ2I4KFcafNjiaOZS7iAFvWo2w.1\n\n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 886 2311 2846 \n\n\n\nPasscode: 532306 \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nOne tap mobile \n\n\n\n+13017158592\,\,88623112846#\,\,\,\,*532306# US (Washington DC) \n\n\n\n+19292056099\,\,88623112846#\,\,\,\,*532306# US (New York) \n\n\n\nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kGYdTM7Zr URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/11039/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Discussion,Security,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-Baltic-Spotlight-5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T170000 DTSTAMP:20240710T165859Z CREATED:20240709T035826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T165859Z UID:10817-1720602000-1720717200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:NATO Public Forum DESCRIPTION:Marking 75 years of the Alliance\n\n\n\nSeventy-five years ago\, 12 countries signed the North Atlantic Treaty in Washington\, D.C. to ensure their collective defense in an unpredictable world. \n\n\n\nThis year\, 32 NATO Allies will meet again in Washington\, D.C. to make key decisions on how to continue to protect their one billion citizens as the world faces the most dangerous security environment since the Cold War. \n\n\n\nParallel to this meeting of leaders at the Washington Summit\, the city will host the NATO Public Forum – an event that aims to promote a better public understanding of NATO’s policies\, goals and decisions through dialogue and engagement with a unique and diverse group of stakeholders.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister here for link\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMore information about the event is available at https://natopublicforum.org\n\n\n\nThis event is co-hosted with the United States Government in collaboration with the Atlantic Council\, the Center for a New American Security (CNAS)\, GLOBSEC\, German MArshall Fund of the United States (GMF) and the Hudson Institute. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/nato-public-forum/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CEEC-NATO-5-forum-2024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T150000 DTSTAMP:20240709T144202Z CREATED:20240709T032423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T144202Z UID:10802-1720533600-1720537200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:A Conversation with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis ahead of the Washington Summit DESCRIPTION:Tune in to hear Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis as he sits down with Senior Fellow Peter Rough on the eve of the Washington summit to discuss the prospects for Ukraine and the outlook for Lithuanian security. He will be introduced by Hudson Visiting Fellow Tomas Janeliūnas of Vilnius University. \n\n\n\nWatch live: A Conversation with Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis ahead of the Washington Summit | Hudson Institute \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Gabrielus Landsbergis\, Foreign Minister of Lithuania \n\n\n\nUpon taking office as foreign minister of Lithuania in December 2020\, Gabrielius Landsbergis quickly made a name for himself as one of Europe’s most effective diplomats. Early in his term\, he announced that Lithuania would no longer participate in the Cooperation between China and Central and Eastern European Countries (China-CEEC) format; Estonia and Latvia withdrew the following year. Moreover\, since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine\, Landsbergis has outspokenly defended Ukrainian sovereignty and denounced Russia’s occupation. In fact\, his clarity on the threat Russia poses goes back years. As he put it in June 2024\, “I’m Lithuanian\, and we strongly disapproved of Russian imperialism before it was common to do so.” \n\n\n\nFurthermore\, Foreign Minister Landsbergis has time and again made the case for the transatlantic alliance and underscored the importance of a strong American presence in Europe. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeter Rough\, Senior Fellow and Director of the Center on Europe and Eurasia at Hudson Institute. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTomas Janeliūnas\, Visiting Fellow in the Center on Europe and Eurasia at Hudson Institute. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInquiries: msnow@hudson.org URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/a-conversation-with-lithuanian-foreign-minister-gabrielius-landsbergis-ahead-of-the-washington-summit/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/President-Landsbergis.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T200000 DTSTAMP:20240702T002911Z CREATED:20240627T213102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T002911Z UID:10748-1719946800-1719950400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:CEEC presents: Ukrainian Perspectives on the NATO Summit DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Central & East European Coalition\, this virtual forum presents Ukrainian perspectives on the upcoming NATO Summit. The discussion will feature Mr Yegor Cherniev of the Ukrainian parliament and Mr Eerik-Niiles Kross\, Estonian parliament member and diplomat. The discussion will be moderated by Ms Trudy Rubin\, world affairs columnist at the Philadelphia Inquirer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMs Trudy Rubin\, a long-time world affairs columnist\, will also discuss her recent trip to the frontlines in Ukraine. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister for link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEANC is a proud member of the Central and East European Council. \n\n\n\nCEEC was established in 1994 and is currently composed of eighteen national\, membership-based organizations representing Americans of Armenian\, Belarusan\, Croatian\, Czech\, Estonian\, Georgian\, Hungarian\, Latvian\, Lithuanian\, Polish\, Romanian\, Slovak\, and Ukrainian descent. \n\n\n\nThe Coalition was established to coordinate the efforts of ethnic organizations whose members continue to maintain strong cultural\, economic\, political\, and religious ties to the countries of Central and East Europe. The Coalition serves as a liaison with these national Central and East European ethnic organizations. \n\n\n\nThese organizations cooperate in calling attention to issues of mutual concern\, especially as regards United States policy toward Central and East Europe. The Coalition has cooperated on a wide range of issues including calling attention to Russia’s policies toward its neighbors\, NATO enlargement\, and U.S. assistance programs for the region. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ceec-presents-ukrainian-perspectives-on-the-nato-summit/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Discussion,Security,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Screenshot_27-6-2024_17212_mail.google.com_.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T203000 DTSTAMP:20240626T003922Z CREATED:20240625T204925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T003922Z UID:10730-1719514800-1719520200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Virtual discussion. JBANC Spotlight: "Ukraine and Beyond" DESCRIPTION:JBANC hosts its third Baltic spotlight event\, featuring a discussion with Dr. Tomas Janeliūnas on the topic: “Ukraine and beyond: The Baltic states’ priorities\, expectations and potential outcomes at the NATO Summit 2024.” \n\n\n\nDr. Tomas Janeliūnas is a visiting research fellow at the Hudson Institute. He is a full-time professor at the Institute of International Relations and Political Science (IIRPS)\, Vilnius University. His work focuses on the security of small states\, foreign policy of great powers\, and the foreign policy of Lithuania. \n\n\n\nJoin us over Zoom on Thursday\, June 27 at 7 pm ET for a discussion on the goals of the Baltic states ahead of the NATO Summit. \n\n\n\nEmail jbanc@jbanc.org to receive the link for this event. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/virtual-discussion-jbanc-spotlight-ukraine-and-beyond/ LOCATION:Virtual Zoom event CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-JBANC-Baltic-Spotlight-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T100000 DTSTAMP:20240605T173418Z CREATED:20240531T201216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T173418Z UID:10670-1717578000-1717581600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Atlantic Council Talk: Securing the Eastern Flank: A Baltic Agenda for 2024 NATO Summit DESCRIPTION:In Case You Missed it\, watch the video on our YouTube page or by clicking the button below: \n\n\n\n\nWatch video \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin in person or online to attend the Atlantic Council’s Transatlantic Security Initiative\, in the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security\, for a public event exploring the Baltic states’ priorities for the upcoming NATO Summit in Washington\, DC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSince last year’s Summit in Vilnius\, Lithuania\, the security landscape in NATO’s eastern flank has shifted significantly. New defense plans and strong defense spending\, coupled with the historic accession of Sweden and Finland\, has reorganized the Baltic Sea into a “NATO lake.” Despite this major step forward for regional security\, ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine demands a continued focus on stability. The NATO Summit taking place in Washington\, DC\, presents a pivotal opportunity to solidify allied gains made since last July and send a strong signal to Moscow amid continuing war on the European continent.   \n\n\n\nWith less than five weeks until the Washington Summit\, the Atlantic Council is pleased to welcome the Lithuanian\, Latvian\, and Estonian Permanent Representatives to NATO for a discussion exploring Baltic defense priorities and views on the future of NATO beyond its 75th anniversary. The Permanent Representatives will delve into the collaborative efforts between the US\, the Baltic states\, and other NATO allies as they strengthen efforts to bolster support for Ukraine and collective defense and deterrence on NATO’s eastern flank. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Transatlantic Security Initiative’s 2024 NATO Washington Summit campaign. For more information and updates on future events and publications\, follow @ACScowcroft.  This conversation will take place in-person and will be broadcast on YouTube\, X\, Facebook\, and LinkedIn. \n\n\n\nFEATURED SPEAKERSH.E. Jüri LuikPermanent Representative of Estonia to NATOH.E. Deividas MatulionisPermanent Representative of Lithuania to NATOH.E. Māris RiekstiņšPermanent Representative of Latvia to NATOWelcoming Remarks:Jenna Ben-YehudaExecutive Vice President\, Atlantic CouncilModerator: Rachel RizzoNonresident Senior Fellow\, Europe Center\, Atlantic Council\n\n\n\n\nRegister here URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/atlantic-council-talk-securing-the-eastern-flank-a-baltic-agenda-for-2024-nato-summit/ LOCATION:Atlantic Council HQ\, 1030 15th St NW\, 12th Floor\, Washington\, DC\, 20005 CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Latvia,Lithuania,Online Discussion,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-Atlantic-Council-Securing-Baltic-Flank.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T210000 DTSTAMP:20240529T230751Z CREATED:20240529T230748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T230751Z UID:10667-1717012800-1717016400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:JBANC Baltic Spotlight: “Shaping American Attitudes: From Re-Independence to NATO Accession" DESCRIPTION:RSVP & Receive Zoom link from: Email jbanc@jbanc.org \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, May 29 for JBANC´s second Baltic Spotlight: “Shaping American Attitudes: From Re-Independence to NATO Accession\,” featuring Dr. Sandis Šrāders\, researcher and lecturer at the Baltic Defence College in Tartu\, Estonia. \n\n\n\nIn advance of NATO celebrating its 75th anniversary at this year’s Washington Summit in July\, this virtula talk will highlight the changing American attitudes towards Baltic independence from re-independence to NATO accession.  URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/jbanc-baltic-spotlight-shaping-american-attitudes-from-re-independence-to-nato-accession/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/442437236_842441401248583_1720511329614114359_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T150000 DTSTAMP:20240529T183510Z CREATED:20240513T205941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T183510Z UID:10559-1716994800-1716994800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Stanford University hosts Estonian Ambassador Kristjan Prikk for a talk on "Russia's War in Ukraine and its Implications on European Security: Why should America care?" DESCRIPTION:Can´t make it to California? Watch the live stream of this important discussion hosted by Stanford University. \n\n\n\nMore than ten years into Russia’s war against Ukraine and more than two years after Moscow launched a full-scale aggression\, there is still no end in sight to the largest military conflict in Europe after WWII. What are the implications of this war on the security of Europe but also on the United States? What would it take to end the war and in what kind of a world will we all live on the day after it’s all over? The event will feature a discussion on the possibility of a viable Western strategy for success that not only saves Ukraine but also strengthens the United States’ role as the leader of the free world. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening remarks will be delivered by Amir Weiner\, Associate Professor of History and Director of Stanford’s Center for Russian\, East European and Eurasian Studies. \n\n\n\nDetails: events.stanford.edu/event/russias-war-in-ukraine \n\n\n\n\nGo to live stream\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEstonia’s Ambassador to the U.S. Kristjan Prikk started his mission in Washington\, D.C. in May 2021. He is a graduate of the US Army War College and has served as the National Security Coordinator to the Prime Minister. Prior to arriving in D.C.\, he was the Permanent Secretary of the Estonian Ministry of Defense. Among his previous assignments are two other tours in Washington as an Estonian diplomat and work on NATO-Russia and NATO-Ukraine topics at a time when these relationships were considerably less charged than today. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMichael McFaul is Director at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies\, the Ken Olivier and Angela Nomellini Professor of International Studies in the Department of Political Science\, and the Peter and Helen Bing Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution. He joined the Stanford faculty in 1995. He served for five years in the Obama administration\, first as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Russian and Eurasian Affairs at the National Security Council at the White House (2009-2012)\, and then as U.S. Ambassador to the Russian Federation (2012-2014). \n\n\n\nThe hybrid event is free and open to the public. To attend in person\, RSVP is requested. URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/lecture-talk-stanford-university-estonian-ambassador-on-russias-war-in-ukraine-and-its-implications-on-european-security-why-should-america-care/ LOCATION:Stanford University\, Hohbach Hall\, Room 122\, 557 Escondido Mall\, Stanford\, California\, 94305 CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Security,Security & Baltic Cooperation,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T060000 DTSTAMP:20240513T212431Z CREATED:20240510T210137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T212431Z UID:10514-1715666400-1715666400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Conference: "Security and Defence in the Baltic Sea Region" DESCRIPTION:The Estonian World Council (ÜEKN) in collaboration with the Estonian Embassy in Helsinki and the Network of Estonian Organisations in Finland (EOVS) hosts the hybrid conference\, “Security and Defence in the Baltic Sea Region” on Tuesday\, May 14\, 2024 (starting 13:00 Helsinki time / 6 am Eastern US) at the Embassy of Estonia in Helsinki\, Finland.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe conference will be livestreamed here and also by Estonia’s national broadcaster ERR \, website globalestonian.com and by Finnish media. The event will also be made available for later viewing. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe conference aims to foster a deeper understanding of the current and emerging security challenges within the Baltic Sea region. Topics of discussion include the implications of Russian aggression and disinformation\, the role of NATO in ensuring regional security\, and strategies for civil defence preparedness. The conference will be available for post viewing on EANC’s YouTube channel\, ERR website\, and the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs webpage\, as well as on globalestonian.com.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConference program is as follows: \n\n\n\nConference moderator – Reet Marten Sehr\, Chair Estonian World Council foreign relations committee\, Chair\, Estonian Central Council in Canada \n\n\n\n13:00 – Introductory remarks \n\n\n\n• Sven Sakkov\, Estonian Ambassador to Finland  \n\n\n\n• Sirle Sööt\, Chair\, Estonian World Council\, Association of Estonians in Sweden \n\n\n\n• Margus Tsahkna\, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia (Livestream) \n\n\n\n13:30 – Introduction of keynote speaker by Tuuli-Emily Liivat\, Global Estonian Youth Network \n\n\n\n• Keynote: Douglas Hickey\, US Ambassador to the Republic of Finland \n\n\n\n14:00 – Panel discussion: “NATO’s Role in Baltic Sea Region Security” \n\n\n\n• Martin Roger\, Director-General for NATO and Trans-Atlantic Relations\, Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs  \n\n\n\n• Joakim Paasikivi\, Lieutenant Colonel\, Swedish Defence University \n\n\n\n• Andres Kasekamp\, Professor of History\, Chair of Estonian Studies\, Munk School of Global Affairs\, University of Toronto \n\n\n\n• Moderator Märt Vesinurm\, Network of Estonian Organisations in Finland \n\n\n\n15:30 – Keynote: Jessikka Aro Finnish journalist and writer\, author of “Putin’s Army” and“Putin’s Trolls”  \n\n\n\n16:15 – Panel discussion: “Civil Preparedness and Disinformation” \n\n\n\n• Jay Janzen\, Strategic Communications Director (J10) at NATO \n\n\n\n• Jakub Kalensky\, Senior fellow\, Atlantic Council Eurasia Centre\, former Deputy Director of COI Hybrid Influence \n\n\n\n• Marko Mihkelson\, Member of Estonian Parliament\, Chair of Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee \n\n\n\n• Moderator Marcus Kolga\, President\, DisInfoWatch\, Fellow McDonald Laurier Institute\, Central and Eastern European Council in Canada \n\n\n\n17:15 – Closing Remarks – Ilona Kolberg\, Network of Estonian Organisations in Finland URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/hybrid-conference-security-and-defence-in-the-baltic-sea-region/ CATEGORIES:Education,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Security,Security & Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Cover-sec2024-1920x1080-live-correct.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T235959 DTSTAMP:20240322T124357Z CREATED:20240305T035310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T124357Z UID:10168-1712534400-1712966399@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Baltic Advocacy Days 2024 DESCRIPTION:Join Estonians\, Latvians Lithuanians\, supporters and friends at this year’s Baltic Advocacy Days. Your voice matters\, so be sure to participate in-person or via virtual meetings over Zoom. Registration deadline March 25. \n\n\n\nBaltic Advocacy Days consists of meetings coordinated by the Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC) between constituents and offices of the United States Congress to further the ties between the U.S. and the Baltic states. Meetings typically last approximately 20 -30 minutes with a goal of at least two-three meetings per participant.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nVirtual meetings will be scheduled from Monday to Wednesday\, April 8 -10. In-person meetings will take place on April 11-12 (Thursday).  \n\n\n\nOur advocacy efforts for 2024 will be focused on these points: \n\n\n\n•    Security assistance to Estonia\, Latvia\, and Lithuania (Baltic Security Initiative\, Foreign Military Financing\, etc.) \n\n\n\n•    Ukraine security assistance necessary to help it defend itself against Russia \n\n\n\n•    Maintaining a strong NATO alliance and transatlantic relations  \n\n\n\n•    Other Ukraine-related legislation \n\n\n\nHelping defend Ukraine is to defend Baltic security\, U.S. interests and democracy around the world. Anyone interested in strengthening U.S.-Baltic relations and advocating for transatlantic security is encouraged to register or at least reach out (contacts listed below) for more information. No prior knowledge is required\, as talking points will be emailed to participants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open for Baltic Advocacy Days! Now is the opportunity to make your voice heard and to help speak out on issues of interest and concern to the Baltic American community. \n\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\nOur advocacy this year will be focused on strengthening U.S. Baltic relations through the Baltic Security Initiative and ensuring Ukraine has the funding needed to defend against the Russian invasion. \n\n\n\nApril 8 – Virtual Meetings \n\n\n\nApril 9 – Virtual Meetings \n\n\n\nApril 10 – Virtual Meetings \n\n\n\nApril 11 – In person meetings and reception (Washington DC) \n\n\n\nApril 12 – In person and virtual meetings \n\n\n\nWe encourage anyone interested in strengthening U.S.-Baltic relations to register. No prior knowledge is required! \n\n\n\nYou may register by filling out the google form through the QR code or through this link: https://forms.gle/Nd9aiNR4H3KmqBcK9 \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you during Baltic Advocacy Days! URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/baltic-advocacy-days-2024/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T235959 DTSTAMP:20240225T043153Z CREATED:20240221T152832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T043153Z UID:10080-1708732800-1708819199@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Estonian Independence Day DESCRIPTION:photo: www.riigikogu.ee\n\n\n\nHappy Estonian Independence Day! \n\n\n\nHead Eesti Vabariigi aastapäeva! \n\n\n\n(scroll down for Estonian) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRemarks on the 106th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia\n\n\n\nDear fellow Estonians\, dear friends\, \n\n\n\nThe importance of February 24 is not lost on any Estonian. It was 106 years ago that Estonia declared its independence in the proclamation Manifest kõigile Eestimaa rahvastele. Drafted by a committee of nationally-minded Estonians\, this „Manifest to all peoples in Estonia“ was approved during the short window at the end of WWI when Russian invaders were leaving and the Germans had yet to arrive. We are rightly proud of this bold act and of all those that followedas Estonia fought to gain and regain independence over the next century.  Estonians do not take their freedom for granted. This year\, as we enter the third year of Russia’s vile invasion of Ukraine\, historical events continue to ring loudly in our collective memory. \n\n\n\nWhereas February 24th\, 1918\, marked the birth of the Republic of Estonia\, it wasn’t until two years later\, February 2\, 1920\, that the Tartu Peace Treaty was signed to mark the end of Estonia’s War of Independence\, and in which Soviet Russia recognized the independence of the Republic of Estonia in perpetuity. The treaty has been called Estonia’s birth certificate\, and had pioneering significance in international law\, in that it cited the concept of a people’s right to self-determination\, to decide their own destiny.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSo today we celebrate the freedom and self-determination that Estonia has\, and which Ukraine is fighting so hard to keep. Let us celebrate this day whole-heartedly\, with joy and with pride in our freedom\, community\, and identity. Even under the shadow of Russia’s continuing war on Ukraine\, it is important to make space in our hearts to celebrate Estonia for all that it has accomplished\, what it continues to achieve\, and for its strong international voice in these disruptive and disturbing times.  \n\n\n\nIt is certainly troubling that the war in Ukraine continues\, and we are right to be uneasy about current events\, both in Europe and here in the U.S. We urge you to channel these thoughts into inspiration for action. We encourage you to use the privilege we have as Estonian Americans – that of using our voices and participating in the democratic process. Across the US\, a record number of Estonian Americans participated in advocacy activities during the year following Russia’s invasion\, speaking out for Ukraine and for Baltic security interests.  It is of utmost importance to continue these efforts in the coming year. So much is at stake in the U.S. Congress and in the understanding of the American people.  \n\n\n\nAs Estonians we are especially aware of the stakes. As has often been said of Baltic Americans: “They know.”  We know. And we remember. This year we commemorate 80 years since the Mass Flight of 1944\, when so many fled Estonia to escape the invading Soviet forces. Our parents and grandparents were faced with the impossible choice\, they experienced the life-altering disruption – whether they fled or were left to face the brutal Soviet regime. Our families were shattered. So many years later\, eight decades later\, even as Estonia has blossomed in regained freedom\, we as a people are still putting together the pieces of family and memory to fill in the gaps of our history.  \n\n\n\nIn Estonia\, the Mass Flight of 1944 is only very recently entering the public dialogue and national consciousness in a more open way. For many younger descendants of Estonians abroad\, the story of how and why our communities developed at the same time also remains largely unknown\, or only vaguely recalled. \n\n\n\nTo help keep the conversation going\, EANC is proud to be part of a larger commemorative project that we can all support together. A memorial sculpture and place of remembrance has been commissioned in Estonia to create a permanent reminder of the Mass Flight. This graceful and symbolic sculpture will depict the last moment of the countless goodbyes\, the last touch of hands at departure\, a moment encompassing uncertainty about the future\, no matter if you left or stayed. To be sited on grounds beside the Pärnu River\, one of the areas from which thousands fled in small boats\, this memorial sculpture is scheduled to be unveiled on September 21\, 2024.  We hope this date will be a focus for Estonians worldwide to remember and to commemorate these terrible events\, each in their own way.  \n\n\n\nAs Estonian Americans we have the privilege and responsibility to connect future generations to this story. We who have ourselves experienced or have a family legacy of the experience of brokenness\, recognize the gift of this inheritance – our story — as we celebrate EV106 and commemorate the Mass Flight of 1944. \n\n\n\nWe at the Estonian American National Council urge you to celebrate the day and share the gift.   \n\n\n\nElagu Eesti! \n\n\n\nMai-Liis Bartling \n\n\n\npresident \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides tervitus Eesti Vabariigi 106. aastapäeva puhul \n\n\n\nKallid sõbrad! \n\n\n\nVabariigi aastapäeva tähistades pühitseme oma rahva lugu \n\n\n\n24. veebruari tähtsust teab iga eestlane. 106 aastat tagasi kuulutas Eesti “Manifestiga kõigile Eestimaa rahvastele” välja oma iseseisvuse. \n\n\n\nRahvuslikult meelestatud eestlastest koosneva komitee koostatud manifest kiideti heaks Esimese maailmasõja lõpu lühikeses ajaaknas\, kui Vene sissetungijad olid lahkumas ja sakslased polnud veel saabunud. Oleme õigustatult uhked selle julge teo ja kõigi järgnevate tegude üle enam kui saja aasta jooksul\, kui Eesti võitles iseseisvuse taastamise nimel. Eestlaste jaoks ei ole meie vabadus iseenesest mõistetav. Tänavu\, kui astume kolmandasse aastasse Venemaa alatust sissetungist Ukrainasse\, helisevad ajaloosündmused meie kollektiivses mälus jätkuvalt valjult. \n\n\n\nKui 24. veebruar 1918 tähistas Eesti Vabariigi sündi\, siis alles kaks aastat hiljem\, 2. veebruaril 1920 sõlmitud Tartu rahuleping\, millega  Nõukogude Venemaa tunnustas Eesti Vabariigi  iseseisvust igavesest ajast igavesti\, lõpetas Eesti Vabadussõja. Lepingut on nimetatud Eesti sünnitunnistuseks ja see oli rahvusvahelises õiguses teedrajava tähendusega\, kuna viitas rahva enesemääramisõigusele ning õigusele otsustada oma saatuse üle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTäna tähistame vabadust ja enesemääramist\, mis Eestil on ja mille säilitamise nimel Ukraina nii kõvasti võitleb. Tähistagem seda päeva kogu südamest\, rõõmuga ja uhkusega oma vabaduse\, kogukonna ja identiteedi üle. Ka Venemaa jätkuva Ukraina-sõja varjus on oluline teha oma südames ruumi\, et tähistada Eesti saavutusi\, Eesti jätkuvat arengut ning Eesti tugevat rahvusvahelist häält praegusel segasel ja häirival ajal. \n\n\n\nKindlasti on murettekitav\, et sõda Ukrainas jätkub\, ja meil on õigus olla rahutud praeguste sündmuste tõttu nii Euroopas kui ka siin USA-s. Kutsume teid üles muundama need mõtted tegutsemise inspiratsiooniks. Soovitame teil kasutada privileegi\, mida omame ameeriklastena – kasutada oma häält ja osaleda demokraatlikus protsessis. Üle USA osales Venemaa invasioonile järgnenud aastal kaitsetegevuses rekordarv Ameerika eestlasi\, kes võtsid sõna Ukraina ja Balti riikide julgeolekuhuvide eest. Ülimalt oluline on neid jõupingutusi jätkata ka järgmisel aastal. Nii palju on kaalul USA Kongressis ning ameeriklaste arusaamades. \n\n\n\nEestlastena oleme panustest eriti teadlikud – nagu balti-ameeriklaste kohta sageli öeldakse: “Nad teavad.” Me teame. Ja me mäletame. Tänavu tähistame 80. aasta möödumist 1944. a. suurpõgenemisest\, kui nii paljud põgenesid Eestist pealetungivate Nõukogude vägede eest. Meie vanemad ja vanavanemad seisid võimatu valiku ees\, tehes elumuutva otsuse – kas põge-neda või jääda silmitsi jõhkra nõukogude korraga. Meie pered purunesid. Palju aastaid – kaheksa aastakümmet hiljem\, isegi kui Eesti on õitsele puhkenud taastatud vabaduses\, paneme rahvana ikka veel kokku perekonna- ja mälukilde\, et täita oma ajaloo lünki. Eestis on 1944. aasta suurpõgenemise teema alles jõudmas avalikku dialoogi ja rahvuslikku teadvusesse. Paljude noorema põlve väliseestlaste jaoks on see samuti tundmatu või ähmaselt meenutatav lugu\, kuidas ja miks meie kogukonnad ühel ja samal ajal välja kujunesid. \n\n\n\nTeema ühisruumis ülalhoidmiseks osaleb ERKÜ uhkusega suuremas mälestusprojektis\, mida saame kõik koos toetada. Koos ÜEKNi teiste liikmesmaade esindajatega tellisime mälestusskulptuuri ja oleme loomas püsivat suurpõgenemise mälestuspaika (vt ka 12. lk). See graatsiline skulptuur kujutab sümboolselt lugematute hüvastijättude viimast hetke\, viimast käte puudutust lahkumishetkel\, mis hõlmas ebakindlust tuleviku suhtes olenemata sellest\, kas lahkuti või jäädi. Mälestusskulptuur hakkab paiknema Pärnu jõe ääres\, sealt põgenesid väikeste paatidega tuhanded inimesed. Mälestusmärk avatakse 21. septembril 2024. Loodame\, et sellel kuupäeval mälestavad eestlased kogu maailmas neid kohutavaid sündmusi –  igaüks omal moel. \n\n\n\nAmeerika eestlastena on meil eesõigus ja kohustus selle looga siduda ka meie tulevasi põlvkondi. Meie\, kes oleme ise kogenud perede rebenemist või omame seda perekondlikku pärandit\, tunneme ära selles pärandis kingituse – meie rahva loo – mida pühitseme\,  tähistades EV 106. aastapäeva ja mälestades 1944. aasta suurpõgenemist. \n\n\n\nEesti Rahvuskomitee Ühendriikides esinduskogu kutsub kõiki üles seda päeva tähistama ja seda kingitust jagama. \n\n\n\nElagu Eesti! \n\n\n\nEesti Vabariigi 106. aastapäeva puhul \n\n\n\nMai-Liis Bartling \n\n\n\nERKÜ president URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/estonian-independence-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Estonia,Estonian Culture,Family activities,Government of Estonia,Security END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTSTAMP:20231108T170224Z CREATED:20231108T165454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T170224Z UID:9529-1699963200-1699963200@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:EU-US Defense & Future Forum\, hosted by Atlantic Council's Europe Center DESCRIPTION:Keynote Conversation with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Estonia\, Kaja Kallas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center at the third annual EU-US Defense & Future Forum on November 14 and 15\, for a keynote conversation with the Prime Minister of Estonia Kaja Kallas. Register in-person or virtually for discussions on how the EU-US relationship can further strengthen collective prosperity and security. \n\n\n\nWhat is the view from Tallinn\, Estonia on the geopolitical challenges threatening the transatlantic partnership? As the United States\, the European Union\, and the transatlantic partners face a long-term task of supporting Ukraine\, Estonia and the Baltic states as NATO allies and EU member states are on the frontlines of confronting Russia’s revanchism and thought leaders in reimagining Europe’s security and geopolitical role. \n\n\n\nThis keynote conversation with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas will explore the importance of ending Russia’s cycle of aggressions for the future of European and wider global security. It will consider the actions necessary to bolster European defense readiness and assess why partnership is essential in standing up for shared values including democracy and rule of law and ensuring Europe is free\, prosperous and secure with Ukraine firmly anchored in the Euro-Atlantic community. \n\n\n\nAttend in person or view online. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/eu-us-defense-future-forum-hosted-by-atlantic-councils-europe-center/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Estonia,Government of Estonia,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Ukraine,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AC-Nov-2023-KK-keynote-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T170000 DTSTAMP:20230517T021629Z CREATED:20230517T021545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T021629Z UID:9226-1686729600-1686848400@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Ukrainian Advocacy Days 2023 DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS)\, the Washington\, DC public affairs bureau of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA)\, this advocacy event is another important endeavor for the Ukrainian American community\, especially given the 15-month war of Russian aggression in Ukraine. \n\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs Ukraine enters the summer months of another year of the kremlin’s full-scale invasion\, the June 14-15th advocacy event will be an opportunity to meet in-person with congressional offices and to promote immediate concerns for increased security assistance for Ukraine for a decisive victory; imposing more sanctions against Russia; designating the Wagner Group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO); and\, recognition of the current war\, the illegal deportation of Ukrainian children\, and the Holodomor as genocide.  \n\n\n\nAs is traditional\, the highlight of the “Ukrainian Days” advocacy program will include presentations of the “Friend of UNIS” award to Members of Congress and others who have shown overwhelming support for Ukraine and the enhancement of U.S.-Ukraine relations.   URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/ukrainian-advocacy-days-2023/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Security,Ukraine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Register-UkrDays-Jun2023.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ukrainian National Information Service (UNIS)":MAILTO:unis@ucca.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T220000 DTSTAMP:20230517T010408Z CREATED:20230516T180100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T010408Z UID:9205-1684526400-1684533600@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:A Virtual Talk & EANC Townhall DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday evening for a night of important insights and engaging conversation! An informative talk and Q&A session with the Estonian Ambassador to the United States\, followed by a public townhall to hear all of your thoughts and visions for the future of ESTO festivals. To best represent Estonian Americans\, our council members need to hear from you! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Talk & Townhall event\n\n\n\n\nPart 1. The View from Estonia: A Talk with the Estonian Ambassador \n\n\n\nGuest speaker: Estonian Ambassador to the United States of America\, Mr. Kristjan Prikk \n\n\n\nJoin us for an enlightening discussion and public Q & A with the Ambassador of Estonia to the United States\, who will bring us Estonia’s perspective on: \n\n\n\n\nCurrent situation in Ukraine; \n\n\n\nWhat it all means for Estonia and Baltic Security\, as well as for Europe and democracy as a whole; \n\n\n\nWhat’s new in Estonia\, and more. \n\n\n\n\nAs Estonians in the United States\, we have a strong voice and need to stay informed to make a difference! Click here for more information about the upcoming Baltic Advocacy Days in Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nPart 2: An EANC Townhall: What is the future of “ESTO” festivals? \n\n\n\nA quick look back at ESTO history and an engaging look forward. What does ESTO mean to you? Estonians in the US\, we want to hope to hear it straight from you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTownhall topics:\n\n\n\nWhat does ESTO mean to you?\n\n\n\nWhat is its mission today?\n\n\n\nWhere should ESTOs be held and how frequently?\n\n\n\nWhat would attract you to attend an ESTO?\n\n\n\nHow far would you travel\, and at what cost?\n\n\n\nWould you host or help organize an ESTO?\n\n\n\n\nSince 1952\, the EANC has been the central\, elected national body representing Estonian-American interests here in the US and abroad. Please share your thoughts\, suggestions\, ideas on how you see ESTOs moving forward\, so that we can best represent the interests of Estonians in the US! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for link URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/a-virtual-talk-and-eanc-townhall-2023-may/ CATEGORIES:Community,Culture,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Security,Security and Baltic Cooperation,Virtual gathering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/346114771_3326396930957286_7939435660130650793_n-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Eesti Rahvuskomitee %C3%9Chendriikides/Estonian American National Council":MAILTO:erku@estosite.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T165959 DTSTAMP:20221011T015423Z CREATED:20221009T220256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T015423Z UID:8670-1665334800-1665507599@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:Tallinn Digital Summit 2022 DESCRIPTION:The Tallinn Digital Summit\, an annual event hosted by the Estonian Prime Minister\, will take place in Tallinn on 10–11 October. This year’s Summit will focus on delivering trusted connectivity through trusted partnerships. \n\n\n\nThe Tallinn Digital Summit 2022 will take place on 10–11 October at the Tallinn Creative Hub. The two days consist of keynote speeches and panel discussions. While the event is conducted live in Tallinn\, virtual sessions are also accessible. Register here. \n\n\n\nConnectivity is at the heart of our efforts to build a free\, prosperous\, and sustainable future that reinforces the rules-based international order. \n\n\n\nThe Tallinn Digital Summit is an annual event hosted by the Estonian Prime Minister that brings together leaders from like-minded and digitally-advanced countries\, international organizations\, and the private sector to address the most pressing issues as well as to seize the many opportunities on our road toward a connected digital future. \n\n\n\nConnectivity is instrumental to ensuring geopolitical stability\, economic and energy security\, and a successful digital and green transformation. It is now a geostrategic imperative to do business with trusted partners according to our common interests\, our democratic values\, and our highest standards—the essence of trusted connectivity. \n\n\n\nThese themes underline this year’s Tallinn Digital Summit\, an annual event hosted by the Estonian Prime Minister that gathers together leaders of like-minded and digitally-advanced countries\, international organizations\, and the private sector to address the most pressing issues on our road toward a connected digital future. \n\n\n\nTallinn Digital Summit 2021 focused on Trusted Connectivity as a shared conceptual framework for like-minded democracies to consolidate and amplify their several connectivity initiatives while also highlighting the nexus between cross-border infrastructure\, geopolitics\, and digital technologies. \n\n\n\nThis year’s Summit will focus on delivering trusted connectivity through trusted partnerships. The Summit will elaborate on what a trusted and secure digital society could look like\, as well as on concrete steps for governments\, financial institutions\, international organizations\, technical experts\, and the private sector to take to ensure our digital future advances human freedom\, human dignity\, and the rules-based international order. \n\n\n\nWe will explore the role of trusted connectivity and trusted partnerships in ensuring global stability and the resilience of supply chains\, in enhancing energy\, economic\, and cyber security\, in cooperation on digital policy and international standards\, in the development and deployment of artificial intelligence\, clouds and satellites\, digital public goods\, and Web 3.0\, as well as in the reconstruction of a free and democratic Ukraine. All this necessitates the holistic shaping of the requisite political\, institutional\, and entrepreneurial ecosystems to increase public and private investments in infrastructure and utilizing the concept of trusted connectivity to construct an architecture of trust within the rules-based international system. \n\n\n\nThe Summit takes place against the backdrop of several momentous developments. First\, many have recently introduced new connectivity initiatives\, including the G7\, the EU’s Global Gateway\, the UK’s Clean Green Initiative\, and the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity. Second\, Russia’s aggression against Ukraine\, in conjunction with continuing cyberattacks against vital infrastructure\, have amply underscored the geopolitical importance of values-based investments into trusted connectivity and of reducing our strategic dependencies on malign actors. We are faced with new geostrategic imperatives but also with an auspicious opportunity to enhance our cooperation in the face of shared challenges. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for more info URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/tallinn-digital-summit-2022/ LOCATION:Online Event CATEGORIES:Estonia,Government of Estonia,Online Discussion,Opportunities,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2022-Tallinn-Digital-Summit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T120000 DTSTAMP:20220926T194814Z CREATED:20220926T193740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T194814Z UID:8622-1664271000-1664452800@www.estosite.org SUMMARY:CEPA Forum 2022: Meeting the Moment - Allies at a Crossroads DESCRIPTION:The 14th Annual CEPA Forum — “Meeting the Moment: Allies at a Crossroads” — will take place virtually from September 27-29\, 2022. Over the course of the Forum\, CEPA will host a dynamic series of virtual keynotes\, discussions\, debates\, and stories focusing on the transatlantic response to Russia’s war in Ukraine and its implications for security and democracy. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Center for European Policy Analysis has a content-rich program planned\, with international experts and leaders discussing crucial issues. \n\n\n\nFYI: Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is among the very many esteemed speakers at this important event. \n\n\n\nProgram Summary \n\n\n\nDay 1:Transatlantic Defense and Security \n\n\n\nDay 2: Democratic Resilience \n\n\n\nDay 3: Democratic Resilience \n\n\n\n\nWatch here\n\n\n\n\n\nFull program available here \n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers: \n\n\n\nH.E. Nicolae-Ionel Ciucă\, Prime Minister of Romania \n\n\n\nH.E. Kaja Kallas\, Prime Minister of Estonia \n\n\n\nH.E. Krišjānis Kariņš\, Prime Minister of Latvia \n\n\n\nH.E. Mateusz Morawiecki\, Prime Minister of Poland \n\n\n\nH.E. Ingrida Šimonytė\, Prime Minister of Lithuania \n\n\n\nH.E. Zuzana Čaputová\, President of Slovakia \n\n\n\nH.E. Oleksii Reznikov\, Minister of Defence\, Ukraine \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Wendy Sherman\, United States Deputy Secretary of State \n\n\n\nH.E. Stefano Sannino\, Secretary-General\, European External Action Service  \n\n\n\nGen. Christopher G. Cavoli\, Supreme Allied Commander Europe\, NATO; Commander\, US European Command  \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Tammy Baldwin\, US Senator for Wisconsin \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Dick Durbin\, US Senator for Illinois\, US Senate \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Amy Klobuchar\, US Senator for Minnesota\, US Senate \n\n\n\nThe Hon. James Risch\, US Senator for Idaho \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Jeanne Shaheen\, US Senator for New Hampshire \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Thomas Tillis\, US Senator for North Carolina \n\n\n\nThe Hon. Roger Wicker\, US Senator for Mississippi URL:https://www.estosite.org/event/cepa-forum-2022-meeting-the-moment-allies-at-a-crossroads/ CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Discussion,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.estosite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cepa-forum-2022-1-scaled.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR