From January 20–24, the Estonian Defence Forces will conduct an exercise in Tallinn aimed at preparing soldiers for participation in international missions. The exercise is planned in a way that will not disrupt residents' daily lives.
Starting in the fall of 2025, five schools transitioning to Estonian-language education in Tallinn will, for the first time, open classes where instruction is conducted at the mother-tongue level of Estonian. These classes are offered through citywide enrollment, meaning children are not automatically assigned to these classes. The decision to enroll a child in one of these classes rests with the parents.
In 2025, the City of Tallinn will implement a dedicated development cooperation program for Ukrainian cities for the first time. The program includes both humanitarian aid and specific cooperation projects aimed at assisting Ukrainian municipalities in preparing for European Union membership and addressing key areas such as waste management.
On Tuesday, January 14, a delegation from Karaganda city and region in Kazakhstan, led by Karaganda Mayor Meiram Kozhukov, visited Tallinn. The delegation was welcomed at the Tallinn City Office by Deputy Mayor Viljar Jaamu.
Tallinn’s year as the European Capital of Sport in 2025 brings a sports program offering residents the opportunity to explore various sports throughout the year. January is dedicated to skiing, and on January 18, the Song Festival Grounds will host a skiing day, followed by the festive opening of the sports year.
The Tallinn City Government approved a regulation today to raise the minimum salaries of youth workers in the city’s youth centers and youth work institutions, effective January 1, 2025.