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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T150000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T200000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T100000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T190000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T140000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T170000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T090000
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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
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T090000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T235959
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T220000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T182102
CREATED:20250505T234608Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T235959
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joint Baltic American National Committee (JBANC)":MAILTO:jbanc@jbanc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T210000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T235959
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T140000
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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
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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
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA)":MAILTO:unis@ucca.org
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