Scheduled from May 18 to May 22
The Technology Mission to Estonia is an intensive one-week international experience aimed at gaining first-hand insight into the digital ecosystem, cybersecurity aspects, and the mechanisms of interoperability and data governance that have positioned Estonia as the most digitalized country in the world. Participants will take part in visits and meetings with the main institutions that drive Estonia’s cyberspace.
AGENDA IN TALLINN*
MONDAY
09:00 Departure from hotel
09:30 Welcome to the Delegation
10:15 Presentation: Overview of the digital government ecosystem
12:00 Presentation: Digital Government coordination principles. Meeting with the first Estonian Government CIO
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Presentation: Interoperability solution for digital government + Introducing the Estonian X-Road Solution
16:00 Return to hotel
TUESDAY
09:00 Departure from hotel
09:30 Presentation on Electronic Identity Management
10:45 Presentation: Importance of cybersecurity in all fields of governance
12:00 Visit to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Meeting with the Ambassador-at-Large for Cyber Diplomacy
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Visit to the Ministry of Justice. Meeting with the Head of Government Strategy & the Government Chief Data Officer
16:00 Return to hotel
WEDNESDAY
09:00 Departure from hotel
09:30 Presentation: Importance of data quality, ownership, and standard principles to develop new services
11:30 Presentation: Digitalization of services
12:00 Presentation: Digital Government coordination principles. Meeting with the first Estonian Government CIO
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Practical session on service design
16:00 Return to hotel
THURSDAY
09:00 Departure from hotel
10:30 Presentation on AI – Does AI help in governance?
11:30 Presentation: Regulatory framework in a digital society
13:00 Lunch
14:30 Practical visit to Milrem Robotics – Defense equipment & advanced robotics
16:00 Return to hotel
FRIDAY
09:00 Departure from hotel
09:30 Closing session and discussion
10:30 Closing ceremony and delivery of certificates
12:30 Return to hotel
*Agenda subject to confirmation. The agenda may change depending on host availability or visit schedules. Any changes will be communicated as soon as possible. The confirmed agenda will be sent one week before the event. A valid passport, travel insurance, and compliance with Schengen entry requirements are mandatory.
INVESTMENT
OPTION A – With airfare:
USD 4,400 per participant, includes:
- 6 nights of hotel accommodation in a shared double room
- Airfare ticket
- Breakfasts and lunches
- Transportation from the hotel to meetings
- Simultaneous Spanish–Estonian–Spanish interpretation
- Certificate of participation
OPTION B – Program only:
USD 3,200 per participant, includes:
- 6 nights of hotel accommodation in a shared double room
- Breakfasts and lunches
- Transportation from the hotel to meetings
- Simultaneous Spanish–Estonian–Spanish interpretation
- Certificate of participation
An additional charge will apply if a single room is required. Payment by credit card is available.
*Discount available for groups of three or more participants from the same institution.
INCLUDES
- Airfare Lima–Tallinn (OPTION A only)
- 5 days of visits and meetings in Tallinn (certificate of participation issued)
- 6 nights of hotel accommodation in a shared double room (Sunday to Saturday)
- Ground transportation to and from scheduled meetings departing from the reference hotel
- Breakfasts from Monday to Saturday
- Lunches from Monday to Thursday
- Travel insurance from Sunday to Saturday
- Invitation to the WhatsApp networking group
- Welcome kit
- Spanish–Estonian–Spanish interpretation at all presentations
- Certificate of participation issued by Neurometrics and the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy at Florida International University as academic partner.
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Other personal expenses of the participant
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION
On the closing day of the mission, participants will receive a certificate of participation issued by Neurometrics and the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy at Florida International University.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is there a minimum number of participants required for the Mission?
Yes. The delegation must consist of at least 20 participants.
Can we arrive earlier?
Yes. However, please note that program accommodation starts on Sunday at 4:00 pm and ends on Saturday at 11:00 am.
In which language will the program be conducted?
In Estonian and English, with Spanish interpretation during presentations.
Is the program designed for a specific profile?
Yes. It is intended for senior public officials and public policy decision-makers interested in understanding the evolution of cyberspace and the influence of artificial intelligence.
PRE-REGISTRATION
Limited vacancies. Once the group is formed, the payment link for the program will be sent. Participants may later purchase their airfare separately if they choose Option B.
Reserve your place for this important event.
CONSIDERATIONS
Participants are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of dinners and any other expenses not included in the proposal. Regarding cancellations, requests submitted between April 1st and April 15th will be eligible for a refund of 60% of the amount paid, after deduction of administrative expenses and payment gateway costs. For cancellation requests submitted after April 15th, no refund will be issued; only replacement of the participant will be allowed. In the event of any unforeseen circumstance resulting in the cancellation of a visit or lecture, Neurometrics reserves the right to arrange an alternative of similar characteristics without prior authorization from the participant.
