International Conference “Living Independently and Working Inclusively – A Nordic-Baltic Dialogue” on 2-3 June 2026
Venue: Nordic Hotel Forum (address: Viru väljak 3,Tallinn)
Start: Tuesday, 2 June at 13:00
End: Wednesday, 3 June at 13:00
Introduction
This Nordic–Baltic conference brings together policymakers, disability organisations, youth representatives, service providers and practitioners to strengthen cooperation on inclusive education, supported employment and independent living for young people with disabilities.
The event is organized by the NCM Offices in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania in cooperation with the Estonian Chamber of Disabled People and the Nordic Welfare Center, as part of the Nordic-Baltic Cooperation Project on Social and Health 2025–2027.
Key Focus Areas
- Transition pathways from education to vocational training and the labour market
- Supported employment models
- Independent and community-based living solutions
- Lived experiences informing policy development
- Implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD)
Program Format
- National case presentations
- Panel discussions
- Field visit to innovative service providers in Tallinn
- Networking opportunities