Borders and Bridges: Exploring Activism Among Migrant Women in Estonia

This project explores the diverse forms of activism practiced by migrant women in Estonia. It examines the strategies, practices, and target groups of their activism, highlighting how these efforts challenge gender-based injustices and contribute to broader social change. By documenting and analyzing various activist approaches—ranging from grassroots community organizing to digital advocacy—the study aims to illuminate the impact of migrant women’s contributions on Estonia's socio-cultural landscape.

The aim of the project

The project aims to: 

  • Investigate diverse forms of activism practiced by migrant women in Estonia.
  • Examine how migrant women challenge gender inequalities and advocate for social change.
  • Explore the strategies, practices, and target groups of their activism.
  • Highlight the impact of migrant women’s activism on both migrant and local communities.
Time of occurrence
Spring 2024/2025

Project members

Law (4)
Government and Administration (2)
Sociology (1)
Theory of Culture (1)
Liberal Arts in Social Sciences (3)
European Modern Languages and Cultures (1)
Asian studies (1)
Liberal Arts in Humanities (1)
Anthropology (2)
Law (1)
Sociology (1)

Project materials

PORTFOLIO.pdf (2.37 MB)

Participants

E
Emilia Celina Miller
D
Daryna Kyrylash
R
Romi-Li Maajärv
R
Ragne-Liis Mõttus
J
Jaana-Maria Froš
C
Carmen Malene Lindström
H
Helena Tihkan
H
Hõbe Ann Rooste
S
Serena Särav
T
Taisiia Nistiurina
K
Karoliina Elisabet Rantanen
C
Ceily-Liisa Saar
K
Katriin Kabanov
J
Jana Nazarova
E
Ester Elizabeth Heredia González
G
Grith Kesamaa
N
Nora Viikmaa
K
Kamilla Viks

Extra information about referencing and rights

When referencing project outcomes, the APA7 citation system is used.
If a work has more than 20 authors, the names of the first 19 authors are listed, followed by an ellipsis (...), and then the name of the final author. If there are fewer than 20 authors, the names of all authors are listed.