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.EE Supports Community Growth: Projects Driving Digital Skills in 2026

These projects were reviewed and approved by the Estonian Internet Foundation Council. This year, they focus on digital skills, cybersecurity, and helping different groups in society feel more confident online.

In Viljandi Vocational Training Centre, students will take part in a media literacy course. They will learn about fake news, online scams, social media, digital footprints, and hidden advertising. The goal is to help students better understand the digital world and make smarter choices. Teachers and parents will also benefit from this knowledge.

Kistler-Ritso Estonia Foundation will continue developing its program “Propaganda and Facts.” The content will be updated to match today’s digital world. A new module will connect museum lessons with the Vabamu exhibition “Estonians in the Free World.” This helps students understand how propaganda has shaped opinions in the past and how similar tactics are used today. The program will continue both in the museum and across Estonia.

Tallinn Haabersti Gymnasium is focusing on “Cyber Wellbeing” for younger students. Children in grades 1–6 will learn about cyberbullying, how to judge online content, and how to protect their personal data. Parents are also involved, helping to support children and improve their digital wellbeing.

The NGO Sügiskuld is working with older adults in Hüüru. Their goal is to improve digital skills so seniors can use e-services, communicate online, and feel confident in the digital world. This helps reduce the digital gap and keeps people active in society.

We are also continuing our support for the RabaCTF cybersecurity competition. Students will learn how to defend systems against cyberattacks in a safe, simulated environment. Webinars and training days will help prepare participants and grow the community.

Narva Gymnasium will create flexible learning materials that help both students and teachers improve their digital skills. The materials will also cover cybersecurity and responsible use of AI.

Koeru Secondary School is bringing together young people and seniors in a joint learning project. They will explore internet safety, online risks, and digital rights. The project will also create guides, posters, and videos that can be used in the future.

At Järva-Jaani School, workshops based on the “Smartly on the Web” program will teach students, teachers, and parents about cybersecurity, internet use, and AI in education.

The Estonian Debate Society will help young people across Estonia build critical thinking skills. Through workshops, campaigns, and learning materials, they will teach how to navigate the internet safely and think more carefully about online information.

August Kitzberg Gymnasium will focus on helping students understand digital risks and how to protect themselves. Students will also visit data centres and public institutions to learn how the internet works in real life.

Astangu Vocational Rehabilitation Centre will create simple and visual learning materials for students with special needs. These materials will help them learn about cybersecurity and staying safe online through practical tasks.

Abja Gymnasium will run a training program focused on critical thinking, media literacy, and digital skills. Students will learn about online safety, social media privacy, scams, and how AI and algorithms affect everyday life.

In total, 50,000 euros will be distributed to support these projects. All activities will take place during 2026 and are funded through revenue from .ee domain auctions. Together, these projects help build a safer, smarter, and more confident digital society.