By Years: Liina Kersna

The speaker emphasizes consensual and thorough involvement in the legislative process (for example, consensus was reached on 40 amendments regarding the TAIKS draft bill). As the Chairman/Chairwoman of the Culture Committee, he/she directs cooperation with ministries and relevant sector institutions. He/She publicly acknowledges the need for gender balance on the ERR Council and calls upon all parliamentary factions to replace their representatives, thereby demonstrating openness to cross-party cooperation aimed at achieving this balance.

The speaker strongly emphasizes the need for cooperation, demanding that reforms be implemented in consultation with representative organizations of the education sector and support specialists (school psychologists, child protection officers). He/She highlights the consensus decisions reached in the Culture Committee and supports incorporating the proposals of stakeholders (such as the Council of Rectors and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry) into the draft legislation. The cooperation style is inclusive and clarifying, stressing the critical importance of listening and truly hearing others.