Vastus: International Volunteer Year for Sustainable Development 2026 – National Focal Point and Observance in Estonia
| Dokumendiregister | Siseministeerium |
| Viit | 2-1/437-1 |
| Registreeritud | 26.06.2026 |
| Sünkroonitud | 29.06.2026 |
| Liik | Väljaminev kiri |
| Funktsioon | 2 Infohaldus. Õigusteenindus |
| Sari | 2-1 Kirjavahetus asutustega |
| Toimik | 2-1/2026 |
| Juurdepääsupiirang | Avalik |
| Adressaat | UNV Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia |
| Saabumis/saatmisviis | UNV Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia |
| Vastutaja | Häli Allas (kantsleri juhtimisala, usuasjade ja kodanikuühiskonna osakond) |
| Originaal | Ava uues aknas |
Failid
Dear Ms. Mirabdullayeva,
Thank you for your message and for sharing information about the International Volunteer Year for Sustainable Development 2026.
We appreciate the important role that volunteerism plays in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals and recognise the relevance of this initiative also in the Estonian context.
At this stage, we can confirm our preliminary interest in exploring the possibility of designating a national focal point for IVY 2026. However, before making any formal commitment, we would appreciate further clarification regarding the expected role, responsibilities, and anticipated workload associated with this function.
In particular, it would be helpful to understand the scope of coordination activities, expected level of engagement with UNV and national stakeholders, as well as any reporting or organisational obligations linked to the role.
We look forward to your further information.
Kind regards,
Häli Allas
Head of the religious affairs and civil society department
Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Estonia
[email protected]
+372 5470 0124
From: Zarina Mirabdullayeva <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 3:59 PM
To: SiM info <[email protected]>; [email protected]
Subject: International Volunteer Year for Sustainable Development 2026 – National Focal Point and Observance in Estonia
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Dear Colleagues,
I hope this message finds you well.
My name is Zarina Mirabdullayeva, and I am writing in my capacity as Regional Coordinator for the International Volunteer Year for Sustainable Development 2026 (IVY 2026) at the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme.
As you are aware, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development through resolution A/RES/78/127. The resolution recognizes the contribution of volunteerism to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals and invites Member States to observe the International Year at national, regional and global levels.
Estonia has an active and well-developed volunteering sector, with volunteer initiatives contributing to community development, social services, youth engagement, and civil society strengthening. Volunteer activities are supported through cooperation between public institutions and civil society organizations. The International Year therefore presents an opportunity to further highlight the contribution of volunteers in Estonia and strengthen the visibility of volunteer engagement within national sustainable development efforts.
In this context, we would like to kindly inquire whether the Government of Estonia has designated, or is considering designating, a National Focal Point to coordinate national observance and engagement related to IVY 2026.
The designation of a focal point facilitates coordination between national institutions, volunteer networks, civil society organizations, and the UN system.
We would be pleased to share further background materials and remain at your disposal for any additional information.
Best regards,
Zarina Mirabdullayeva | |||||
Regional Coordinator for the International Volunteer Year (IVY) 2026 UNV Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia | |||||
Email: [email protected]
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