By Plenary Sessions: Heljo Pikhof

The social focus is directed towards preserving rural life and solving demographic issues, ensuring that young people remain in rural areas. High-speed internet access is a critical prerequisite for achieving this social objective.

The primary social concern is public safety and internal security, which is linked to the placement of foreign nationals who are criminals (murderers and rapists). It is emphasized that the reduction in the number of police officers poses a direct threat to the security of the people of Southern Estonia.

The primary social issue is educational inequality and social stratification, which is linked to the socio-economic background of families. Furthermore, the seriousness of school bullying and children's mental health issues is emphasized, along with the need to ensure the availability of support services for inclusive education. The issue of the delay in adopting the Arms Act is also being raised.

The main social topic is work-life balance, emphasizing that excessive working harms the health and family relationships of Estonians. Additional days off are presented as a solution for improving mental well-being and enabling time spent with family, which is especially important for families who travel long distances to meet up.

The main social topic is euthanasia and the related bioethics issues. The speaker emphasizes the need to move forward vigorously on this topic, noting that people are awaiting a solution to this sensitive issue.

A strong focus is placed on educational inequality, stressing that a child’s educational trajectory should not depend on their parents’ income or location. She addresses issues concerning children’s mental health and school bullying, demanding support services for inclusive education and ensuring access to extracurricular activities. Furthermore, she champions gender equality within Riigikogu (Parliament) procedures, criticizing the differential treatment of women.