23/08/2024
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Siin & Sääl , an online shop selling clothing and crafts made by refugees and people with migrant backgrounds, is closing down.
Kirke Piirikivi, head of Siin & Sääl, says the e-commerce journey has been emotional, eventful, and culturally enriching. She is grateful for the support from everyone who has been involved in the venture in one way or another.
Come and take one last look around the Siin & Sääl online store before its final closure and support refugees and migrants with their purchases. Due to the closing sale, all items are 20% off until the end of September.
Siin & Sääl webshop sells:
- Beautiful Ukrainian vyshyvankas
- Simple yet astounding Syrian apparel
- Georgian silver jewelry with traditional patterns
Start shopping https://siinjasaal.ee/pood
19/08/2024
World Humanitarian Day: the cost and results of humanitarian organisations in Ukraine
World Humanitarian Day: the cost and results of humanitarian organisations in Ukraine
World Humanitarian Day: 67 humanitarian organisations pay tribute to fallen colleagues and continue to support Ukrainians in need
Countries
15/08/2024
Overview of the Estonian Refugee Council's activities in July
Overview of the Estonian Refugee Council's activities in July
We have provided multipurpose cash-based assistance in Ukraine to over 289,000 people, amounting to nearly 53 million euros.
We have launched an emergency livelihood support programme for Ukrainian refugees in Georgia. Applications for the programme are now open.
We have opened the portrait exhibition “Voices from Crises: Stories of Displaced People” in Pärnu.
In May, we raised more than 4300 euros in donations. Thank you!
Programmes
+5 programmes
Countries
02/08/2024
Travelling Exhibition Highlighting the Stories of People Affected by Crises is Moving to Pärnu
Travelling Exhibition Highlighting the Stories of People Affected by Crises is Moving to Pärnu
In collaboration with the Pärnu City Government, the Estonian Refugee Council will open the portrait exhibition "Voices from Crises: Stories of Displaced People" on Monday, 5 August at 4 PM in Vallikääru Park, Pärnu.
Programmes
Countries
15/07/2024
Overview of the Estonian Refugee Council's activities in June
Overview of the Estonian Refugee Council's activities in June
We launched an emergency relief program for Ukrainian refugees in Georgia. We continue working with community councils in Georgia. The first meetings of the new council members took place in June. In Ukraine, we have provided cash assistance to over 286,000 people. In Estonia, we are running a labour market program for job seekers with refugee backgrounds. In June, we collected over 5800 euros in donations. Thank you!
Programmes
+5 programmes
09/07/2024
Estonian Refugee Council’s 2023 Report: We Grew to Become the Largest Humanitarian Organisation in the Baltics
Estonian Refugee Council’s 2023 Report: We Grew to Become the Largest Humanitarian Organisation in the Baltics
“2023 proved to be a turbulent year in the global community, marking the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, renewed conflicts in Armenia and Gaza, earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, and a steady increase in the number of displaced people worldwide,” said Eero Janson, the Director of ERC, in the foreword of the annual report. This context highlights how ERC enhanced its operational capacity and grew to become the largest humanitarian organisation in the Baltics. Last year, over 100 people worked at ERC, and the organisation's annual turnover exceeded 22.6 million euros.
10/07/2024
ERC has supported more than 130,000 people since 2022 with EU funding
ERC has supported more than 130,000 people since 2022 with EU funding
With funding from the European Union, Estonian Refugee Council and Acted are providing assistance to conflict-affected people in Ukraine. Since 2022, ERC has helped more than 130,000 people in Ukraine thanks to EU support.
20/06/2024
ERC´s Refugee Forum Commences Operations
ERC´s Refugee Forum Commences Operations
The Refugee Forum, launched in April, started work on 20 June, World Refugee Day. Initiated by the Estonian Refugee Council, this representative body for international protection recipients supports individuals with refugee backgrounds in advocating for their communities and addressing their concerns.
Programmes
Countries
18/06/2024
Estonian Refugee Council Celebrates World Refugee Day with a Community Festival
Estonian Refugee Council Celebrates World Refugee Day with a Community Festival
The Estonian Refugee Council will host a vibrant community festival on World Refugee Day, 20 June, from 12:00 to 16:00 at Telliskivi Creative City to show solidarity with people of refugee backgrounds.
Programmes
Countries
14/06/2024
Overview of the Estonian Refugee Council's activities in May
Overview of the Estonian Refugee Council's activities in May
We are helping job seekers with a refugee background enter the labour market or move to more suitable positions through a new employability programme in Estonia.
In Ukraine we have provided multi-purpose cash assistance to more than 284,000 people totaling over 51 million euros.
In Georgia we continue to empower and support internally displaced people and refugees through community councils.
In May, we raised 5325 euros in donations. Thank you!
Programmes
+5 programmes
04/06/2024
Estonian Refugee Council received the “Respecting Differences” label
Estonian Refugee Council received the “Respecting Differences” label
On 29th of May, the Estonian Refugee Council was awarded the "Respecting Differences" label, which recognises the efforts of public sector organisations, entrepreneurs and NGOs to value all employees along with their differences and unique qualities.