Välismis

Välismis is an Estonian term referring to the act of removing someone from a position, typically from employment, a public office, or a board. It describes the decision or process that ends the individual’s current role and authority. The term is generally separable from voluntary departures, which are usually described as resignation or lahkumine.

Välismis can occur in various contexts. In the workplace, it denotes dismissal or termination by an employer, and it can follow performance issues, misconduct, organizational restructuring, or the expiration of a fixed-term contract. In public or institutional settings, it may involve removal from a post or office before the end of the term.

The exact procedure and requirements for välismis vary by jurisdiction and contract. In many systems, it must be carried out with formal decision documentation, notice periods, and, in some cases, severance or compensation. Employees or appointees may have avenues to challenge the decision through internal appeals or administrative or labor tribunals.

Etymology and usage: the word is formed with the Estonian suffix -mis, indicating an abstract noun, and the element väl- contributing sense related to external removal. In everyday language, välismis is a formal term often used in official notices, reports, or legal contexts. It is commonly contrasted with lahkumine (resignation) or removal from office depending on the context.

See also: resignation, dismissal, termination of employment, layoff, removal from office.