In August 2026, partners of the NordPlus-funded project CHESS – Chess as an Educational Tool for Social Inclusion gathered in Iceland for a transnational project meeting focused on strengthening cooperation, exchanging knowledge and exploring new ways to use chess as an educational tool. Hosted by Island Panorama Center, the meeting brought together project partners from…
Chess is much more than a competitive game. It can also serve as an educational tool that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, emotional self-regulation and social interaction. Recognising this potential, the scientific publication “Transformative Chess: Trainers’ Views on Soft Skill Development in the Selected Nordplus Countries” explores how chess trainers perceive the role of their skills…
In a world where digital interactions often dominate, the act of creating something with one’s hands holds a profoundly human value. Crafts empower women not only to shape beautiful objects, but also to reaffirm their place within communities — as makers, mentors and cultural stewards. Through stitching, weaving, carving or ceramics, women establish a rhythm…
Õnnelikku uut aastat! And Soovin sulle uuel aastal tervist ja õnne! meaning Happy New Year! Õnnelikku uut aastat! and I wish you’ll health and happiness in the New Year! Respectively are just two Estonian two expressions of good will and valedictions at the end of the old and arrival of the new year! For many…
Wishing you a festive season filled with joy, peace, and new opportunities. May the Christmas season build warm connections between your family, friends and community. Let the magic of Christmas fill your hearts. How does Christmas look like in Tallin, Estonia? Tallin was named the best Christmas Market to visit in 2024.The Christmas market opened…