From 10 November 2025, Kadri Kallas, Youth Welfare Specialist and Katrin Indov, Child Protection Specialist will be working in Valga Municipality.
Kadri Kallas has a degree in social work and rehabilitation management and has worked for a long time in the field of social welfare. „I value solution and opportunity-oriented work that supports young people's independence and development. I believe it is important for young people to have a safe adult to turn to, whether it is to share concerns, set goals or celebrate progress. Previous experience at the Kurepesa Family Centre and in probation has taught me that it is human to make mistakes and that sometimes it is necessary to learn from mistakes and move on,“ Kadri Kallas introduces her principles.
Youth Welfare Officers provide support for NEET young people, organise services and other help they need. The term NEET is derived from the English term „ NEET ".„not in education, employment or training“ and refers to a young person aged 15-29 who is not in education, employment or training.
Katrin has a long experience as a social pedagogue, she has been an organiser of learning activities for students with special educational needs and a coordinator of the school support network. Katrin has also worked in Valga city and municipality before, so it is a good place to start, as she is already familiar with the partners and network members needed in child protection work.
Supporting children and families, spotting their needs in time and providing the help they need has been Katrin's mission for years. ”After many years in education, I decided to take up the challenge of child protection. My first days on the job have already proven that the work is interesting and unpredictable,” says Katrin herself tersely.
Valga Municipality welcomes the new colleagues and wishes Kadri and Katrin strength and stamina in their new positions!