What is the goal of MTÜ Sa Suudad and who are you targeting?
MTÜ Sa Suudad aims to be an engagement, support and advocacy organisation for young people who are or have been exposed to risk behaviour. We want every young person to receive the support they need and to be meaningfully involved in decisions affecting their lives. The foundation of our association is to work with young people to develop and implement support methods for them and to support adults as well.
How do you help young people?
We are currently developing an experienced trustee program. Program objective is to restore young people's faith in themselves and adults through the consistent and caring support of a trusted person, to develop young people's self-regulation skills, which will also help reduce risk behavior. Read more about our program here: https://sasuudad.ee/kup/
Who wrote the messages we show on the website?
The messages have reached us through various young people (aged 12–25) who are engaging in or have engaged in risky behavior.
How does your activity differ from other programs aimed at young people?
Our focus is on a long-term, one-on-one, trusting relationship between a young person and an experienced adult. Our program is developed with young people who have experienced risky behavior and is supported by young people who have experienced risky behavior themselves.
What is your long-term vision?
Our 5-year vision is to be a competence center in the field that supports both young people and their loved ones/families in difficult situations, helps prevent and mitigate risk behavior, and creates opportunities together with young people to achieve better well-being for young people.
We develop support measures for young people, offering early intervention, individual support and community-based solutions. We also offer support for young people’s loved ones and families to help strengthen family relationships and support young people through their loved ones. We support networking by creating connections between different parties to ensure that support meets the needs of young people and is effective. We raise awareness of the needs of young people in society to change public perceptions. We support greater participation and decision-making rights for young people to participate in processes that affect them, including policymaking.
How can young people participate in MTÜ Sa Suudad activities?
Young people can contact us via the contact form at the bottom of the page or by finding us on social media @you can (Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok).
Is participation free for young people?
Yes, all our activities are free for young people.
Do families also receive support?
At the moment we have not yet developed support methods for families and loved ones of young people, but we plan to do so. Our board member, Enelis, is currently studying to become a family therapist. However, you can always contact us with your concerns and we will support you to the best of our ability. You can contact us via the contact form at the end of the page or by finding us on social media @you can (Facebook, Instagram).
What can I do as a volunteer at MTÜ Sa Suudad?
Volunteers are very welcome at the NGO! We need help with social media, legal issues, event organization, and much more. We are also looking for people who would like to become experienced trustees and their mentors.
If you are interested, please contact us via the contact form at the bottom of the page or by finding us on social media @you can (Facebook, Instagram)
How can I support your work?
You can support our activities with financial donations, volunteering your time, or helping as a partner/sponsor.
What are donations used for?
Donations are used to train and support young people and trustees, organize joint activities, and develop and expand programs.
Can I make a standing donation and how does it work?
Yes, you can set up a standing order through your banking provider.
Is it possible to donate in ways other than money, such as with items or volunteer work?
Yes, we are open to cooperation with anyone who wants to contribute to the development of youth financially, through knowledge and training, or in other ways.
Can my company support or cooperate with you?
Yes, absolutely. Contact us info@sasuudad.ee or via the contact form and we will discuss the options.
Do you collaborate with schools, municipalities or other organizations?
Yes, we work closely with various parties, from schools to ministries.
Do you also offer training for teachers, youth workers, or other professionals?
Yes, we offer training for professionals who work with young people and want to better understand and support young people who engage in risky behavior. We also offer case-based counseling and workshops.
If you have any further questions or requests, please contact us via the contact form at the end of the page.