“We help migrants tell their own stories, because being heard is the first step to belonging,” said Nazlee Mayhew, African Media Malta’s representative during the Anna Lindh Foundation Malta Network’s national event. Held on November 29th,  the gathering brought together civil society organisations and academic institutions to reflect on intercultural dialogue and social cohesion. The event highlighted how communication, sustainability and soft skills enhancement can become a

Despite migrants making up over one fifth of the population, media narratives remain dominated by stereotypes and emergency framing, according to new research. The study highlights how newsroom structures and editorial practices shape migration coverage in Malta. Photo CC. Credit to Pexels Migration is a structural reality in Malta, where foreign-born residents now account for 21% of the population. Yet media coverage has struggled to keep pace with this transformation, cont

By Sarah Bugeja A Women, Peace and Security Agenda event targeting Malta’s Second National Action Plan for the Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 (2025–2030) took place on 3 December 2025 under the auspices of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, in collaboration with various stakeholders. This Second NAP aims to further raise awareness of the role of women, peace, and security in both local and global contexts. Panellists and public d

When the lights came up at Spazju Kreattiv  on the evening of December 10, 2025, the small crowd that had watched Jabina  sat in stunned silence. I had come to the screening hoping to learn about a corner of Ethiopia not often seen on screen; instead I left with a knot of anger and sorrow towards a woman who survived what should never have happened. Tigist Kebede and Regine Nguini at the Ethiopian Film Festival on the 10th December 2025. Jabina  is, as HabeshaView co-founder

PEN Malta has intensified its criticism of the European Broadcasting Union after it confirmed Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, calling the decision inconsistent with past actions that saw Russia and Belarus excluded for violating international law. The organisation argues that allowing Israel to compete despite authoritative findings by UN bodies and human rights groups alleging grave abuses and possible genocide in Gaza undermines the contest’s moral credibility. T

A pattern of selective empathy. Some groups, particularly Europeans and Ukrainians, receive more sympathetic coverage, while African and Middle Eastern migrants are more likely to be associated with illegality or threat. One interviewee acknowledged a  clear double standard: "Two people escaping danger are treated differently depending on where they come from."

Venue: Spazju Kreattiv Cinema, St James Cavalier, Valletta, Malta This year, we are organizing the 2nd Ethiopian Film Festival in Malta. We are showcasing two original and acclaimed films (with English subtitles) to audiences in Malta therefore, bringing out two communities together through the power of film. The festival will be taking place on December 10 and11, 2025 at the Spazju Kreattiv Cinema, St James Cavalier. The continuity of this festival proofs Ethiopia’s film ind

Public awareness for the  fight against human trafficking was organised by Agenzija Appogg, through its Human Trafficking Services. On Friday, 7th November, the Marsa Local Council hosted a Public Awareness Day on Human Trafficking, bringing together key organisations, institutions, and community members to address one of the most pressing human rights challenges of our time. The event featured Agenzija Appogg, through its Human Trafficking Services, Fondazzjoni SEBH, and sev

Media professionals, researchers, and the public gathered at the University of Malta on Thursday for the relaunch of the Mediterranean Digital Media Observatory (MedDMO) — an EU-funded initiative tackling disinformation and promoting media literacy across Malta, Greece, and Cyprus. Photo Megan Mallia. University of Malta The event, hosted by the University’s Department of Media and Communications, marked the start of MedDMO’s second phase and brought together representatives

The atmosphere at San Grigor Garden in Żejtun set the perfect stage for the event organised by The Community Police aiming to show their human side, break down negative stereotypes, and demonstrate that they are here to protect community harmony and build trust. Held on the 19th September 2025, t he day celebrated Malta’s mix of communities and cultures, offering a space to connect, learn, and enjoy shared experiences. It also provided an opportunity to discover and app

A new academic journal, "Astarte" focusing on gender and sexuality studies in the Mediterranean, will be launched following an agreement...

The Human Cost of Legal Precarity and Labour Exploitation in Malta is a research conducted by the Jesuit Refugee Service  (JRS) Malta....

Food tells stories, carries memories, and builds connections. At the 2025 Malta Food Festival, African flavours became more than just meals they became bridges of friendship, belonging, and cultural pride.

Audience during the SKIN Conference at AX The Palace, Sliema ...

On World Refugee Day, a strong call for protection starting at sea. On the occasion of World Refugee Day 2025 , the Malta Refugee Council...

Flâneur  project is an artistic project part of the 2025 edition of Refugee Week Malta . The initiative invites locals from Ħamrun, and...

In the heart of Valletta, we took to the streets to ask a simple but powerful question: Do you think the media representation of migrants...

As Malta kicks off Refugee Week 2025, , three leading voices have spoken out on the urgent need to rethink how refugees and migrants are...