Session Profile: Signe Riisalo
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-05-15
Political Position
The political focus is on securing the future of vocational education for young people with special needs. The speaker expresses concern about the reduction in study places and curricula and emphasizes the need to maximally prepare this target group for the labor market. The position is policy- and solutions-based, focusing on the lack of a future vision from the Ministry of Education.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of vocational education and rehabilitation for young people with special needs. They specifically reference the Astangu Vocational Rehabilitation Centre and are aware of the changes implemented under the ministry's administrative area, which indicates a deep engagement with the subject.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and questioning, addressing the minister politely and presenting the concern directly. The speaker employs a logical appeal, seeking answers and a clear vision for the future direction of the policy.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker demonstrated proactiveness by referencing a recent meeting with the head of the Astangu Vocational Rehabilitation Centre. This indicates direct communication with key sector stakeholders prior to the plenary session.
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct opposition or criticism aimed at specific political opponents. Instead, the criticism is directed at the ministry's inability to present a clear future vision regarding vocational training for young people with special needs.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker highlighted the willingness to cooperate, acknowledging Astangu Center's satisfaction with being transferred under the ministry's jurisdiction ("They are very satisfied with this change"). Communication with the minister is focused on finding solutions and establishing a future vision.
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Regional Focus
The focus is national, concentrating on the organization and future of vocational education for young people with special needs within the administrative area of the Ministry of Education and Research. There is no specific regional emphasis.
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Economic Views
The economic viewpoints are indirect, emphasizing the maximum preparation of young people with special needs for the labor market through social investment. This points to supporting human capital development and increasing labor force participation.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the educational and employment inclusion of young people with special needs. The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of securing adequate educational placements and curricula for this target group so they can thrive in society.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the future strategy and vision for the existing education policy and the changes implemented within the administrative sector. The speaker is not presenting new legislative proposals, but is demanding clarity regarding the further implementation of the policy.
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