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\n Defending Freedom: Estonian Civil Society in the Russo-Ukrainian War <\/h2>\n
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\n \n Deported childhood. Survivors’ stories <\/a>\n <\/div>\n
\n 14.06.2024 – 28.02.2025 <\/div>\n
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\n \n Belarusian Anti-Regime Art <\/a>\n <\/div>\n
\n 15.05.2022 – 27.08.2023 <\/div>\n
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\n \n Siberian White: In Search of Bright Memories <\/a>\n <\/div>\n
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The exhibition \u201cDefending Freedom: Estonian Civil Society in the Russo-Ukrainian War\u201d<\/strong> was open in Vabamu 28.09.2024\u201326.10.2025.<\/p>\n

In Estonia, it is understood that Ukraine\u2019s struggle is also a fight for our own freedom. It is a battle for the liberty of this entire region, which Russia views as its sphere of influence rather than a collection of independent states. The cruelty of Russian forces, including rapes, torture, and mass killings, has shocked the world and spurred people to act.<\/p>\n

Estonians have supported Ukraine through volunteer work, fundraising, humanitarian aid, protests, and many other activities, providing assistance to both the military and civilians.<\/strong> Since February 2022, over 159,000 Ukrainian citizens have arrived in Estonia, many of whom have received international or temporary protection. Some have settled and started working here, but nearly 70,000 people have moved on to other countries.<\/p>\n

The exhibition highlights the role of civil organizations and the state in aiding Ukraine and sheds light on the close cooperation between Estonia and Ukraine.<\/strong> Visitors will learn how we have supported Ukrainian children\u2019s education, provided medical aid, contributed to acquiring military equipment, and found various other means of support. Additionally, the exhibition addresses how Estonian civil society itself has changed in the process of supporting Ukraine. It also covers last year’s corruption scandals, which reduced the volume of donations and affected public trust in NGOs.<\/p>\n

Curator: Martin Vaino
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\nGraphic design: Stuudio Stuudio
\nInstallation: Dream Team (Johannes S\u00e4re, D\u00e9nes Farkas)
\nVideo-audiosolutions: Mark Baranin
\nLanguage editing: Cece Grace La Puma, Isidora Boadicea Davis, Krista J\u00f5esaar, Maja Soom\u00e4gi
\nTranslation: Luisa Translation Agency
\nYouth and educational programmes: Aive Peil, Ede Schank-Tamkivi
\nCommunication and Marketing: Agnes Kaasik<\/p>\n

The following organisations helped to create content for the exhibition:<\/strong> Aitan Kaitsta (Helping to Defend), Mondo, Estonian Refugee Council, Estonian Rescue Association, Slava Ukraini, Ukrainian Cultural Centre, United Delivery Mission, Network of Estonian Nonprofit Organizations<\/p>\n

The exhibition is supported and partnered by:<\/strong> Art Museum of Estonia, Estonian Public Broadcasting, Levila, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of the Interior<\/p>\n

Thank you<\/strong>, Anu Viltrop, Bogdan Ljutjuk, volunteers of the Ekraan Centre, Elina P\u00e4hklim\u00e4gi, Erika T\u0161erka\u0161ina, Heleene Heleene Lippmaa-Alliksoo, Hendrik Tali, Igor Taro, Ivar Siimar, Jaana Ratas, Karen Jagodin, Kelli Eek, Maarja Uulits, Merilin Piipuu, Mirjam Rennit, volunteers of Niine 2, Piia Kallas, Piret Hartman, Sten Svetljakov, Triinu Ossinovski and Urmo K\u00fcbar!<\/p>\n

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Photos of the exhibition: P\u00e4\u00e4r Keedus.<\/h2>\n
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