Research institutes and associations of scholars in Estonia

Here you can find basic information about the websites of research institutes and associations of scholars active in Estonia, with direct links.

Name in Estonian: Eesti Idapartnerluse Keskus
Description: the Estonian Center of Eastern Partnership (ECEAP) was launched on 1 January 2011 by the Estonian School of Diplomacy (ESD) in cooperation with the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The activities of the center are directed above all towards the six European Union Eastern Partnership (EaP) partner countries – Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine.
ECEAP arranges training courses for senior and mid-level officials in order to strengthen the administrative capacities of the Eastern Partnership partner countries and their capability to cooperate with the European Union. The ECEAP also offers young diplomats, civil servants and civil society representatives scholarships to participate in the post-graduate training programme “International Relations and European Integration” provided by the ESD, conducts EaP-related research, seminars, round tables and conferences.
The ECEAP forms a network of researchers focusing on the Eastern Partnership. The network invites researchers both from Estonia and other countries to participate. ECEAP has an Academic Advisory Board composed of distinguished experts on Eastern Partnership, European Neighbourhood Policy, and EU Foreign Policy.
Languages: Estonian, English
 
Visit the website of the Estonian Center of Eastern Partnership (in Estonian)
Visit the website of the Estonian Center of Eastern Partnership (in English)

Name in Estonian: Eesti Välispoliitika Instituut
Description: the Estonian Foreign Policy Institute is a research centre focussed on Estonia and international relations. Through its research and activities it promotes informed debate and dialogue mainly about regional security, European affairs, and developments in Russia.
Languages: Estonian, English

Visit the website of the Estonian Foreign Policy Institute (in Estonian)
Visit the website of the Estonian Foreign Policy Institute (in English)

Name in Estonian: Eesti Diplomaatide Kool
Description: established in 1990, the Estonian School of Diplomacy (ESD) aims at providing educational programs for future competent personnel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other institutions of both the public and private sector.
Promoting theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of international relations and European Studies, the ESD organises and carries out scientific research, advanced training courses, project management, consultations and publishing activities.
Languages: Estonian, English
 
Visit the website of the Estonian School of Diplomacy (in Estonian)
Visit the website of the Estonian School of Diplomacy (in English)