A jury composed of former education ministers has selected the recipients of the Language Act of the Year award in Estonia for 2025. The award recognizes contributions to the advancement of the Estonian language, highlighting two key projects: the language education program at the Ida-Viru Vocational Education Center and a dictionary dedicated to the translation of the Bible into Estonian. These initiatives are seen as significant steps in promoting the Estonian language and ensuring its use in educational contexts.

The Ida-Viru Vocational Education Center’s language program aims to enhance the teaching and learning of the Estonian language, particularly in a region where there are linguistic and cultural minority groups. This initiative is vital not only for preserving the Estonian language but also for fostering a sense of community and cultural identity among students. By focusing on language education, the center plays a crucial role in bridging gaps between different linguistic communities in Estonia.

In addition to the institutional recognition, the public vote for the Language Act award highlighted the importance of grassroots initiatives in language promotion, with the Võro language podcast "Poodi man" emerging as the favorite among voters. This acknowledges the vibrant role that local media and community-driven projects play in sustaining and revitalizing regional languages in Estonia, emphasizing that language preservation efforts can take many forms, whether through education or media.