By Plenary Sessions: Evelin Poolamets

The focus of social issues is on the implementation of the international convention and the development of related special measures, which indicates the necessity of ensuring the rights and accessibility of a specific social group through domestic legislation.

The primary social issue is the protection of the quality of life and health of rural residents from the negative impacts of wind farms. Specific emphasis is placed on the health disorders caused by noise, infrasound, and shadow flicker, as well as the importance of valuing silence and tranquility in rural areas where people appreciate the unspoiled natural landscape.

The social focus is strongly directed toward increasing the birth rate and valuing the traditional family, standing in opposition to the societal attitude that disparages raising children at home. Concern is also expressed over "climate hysteria" propaganda, which portrays having a child as a selfish act. Furthermore, the impact of immigration on the population's ethnic composition and cultural environment is a crucial topic.

Strong emphasis is placed on civil liberties, especially property rights, the presumption of innocence, and freedom of expression. The topic is linked to historical memory (the struggle for freedom) and the limits of state authority, accusing the government of arbitrary treatment.

The most crucial social issue is the transition to Estonian-language education and the overall quality of schooling. The speaker demands a strict B2 language proficiency level for teachers and strongly opposes the government's decision to relax this requirement to B1, arguing that this move undermines the credibility of the entire reform. The proposed solution is to replace teachers who lack adequate language skills with native Estonian speakers.