We Have the Power to Impact Our Future, and We’re Doing Something About It

Humanism is important because we need to realise that Human values are a worthy pursuit to ensure the success of our species and its future generations. We understand that the responsibility for ushering this new future is within our hands and our hands alone, not in the external agency of a supernatural force, and this is more understood in communities becoming more and more pluralistic. In today’s realities, Humanism is a light that shines a path to focusing on our common humanity, rather than our differences, to foster democratic dialogue in better, stronger, freer communities.

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Constitution Consultation

Secularism is not about the imposition of atheism or  agnosticism, but rather calls for the separation of church and state, and equal treatment for all. We question why Catholic principles should be given legal precedence in our Constitution. Read more here

Voice For Choice Coalition

We are part of the Voice for Choice coalition. We do not promote abortion, but support women’s bodily autonomy and right to choose. Read more here

Assisted Dying

“These are not easy decisions but in the meantime, people with genuine cases are requesting euthanasia to end their suffering. The lack of this right is tantamount to torture for these people.”
“To protect the dignity and autonomy of the patient, the law needs to be precise and unambiguous – safeguarding the wellbeing of the patient and precluding the possibility of abuse.” Read more here

Body Donation

Humanists Malta fully supports and encourages the donation of bodies for the education of health professionals, and for scientific research. Read more here

Living Wills

Living Wills would enable competent adults to give instructions about the medical care which they consent to, or reject, if they are unable to make or communicate decisions at the relevant time. (They would not, of course, allow for requests for any treatment, such as assisted dying, which are contrary to law.) Read more here

Sex Education

Adolescents in Malta are sorely underinformed about safe sex and sexual health. We strongly believe that far more, unbiased and scientifically-based, sex education programmes are needed urgently in our schools. We are currently seeking funding to start a project on this. Read more here

Cremation Campaign

Since 1963 the Roman Catholic Church has not prohibited cremation unless it is chosen as a way to deny Christian teaching. With the support of Humanists Malta, cremation services have been legal here since May 2019. So far no regulations to govern crematoria have been established, but a crematorium in an extension to the Addolorata cemetery is under discussion. Read more here

Ethics Education

The Malta Humanist Association has been a strong proponent of the introduction of ethics education in Maltese schools. Unfortunately, to date, many schools remain without this option. Read more here

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5 days ago

Humanists Malta
Curious about how your thinking aligns with a secular humanist outlook on life? 🌍✨Answering these questions might give you some insight! Learn more here: humanistsmalta.org/what-is-humanism/#humanism #secularhumanism #philosophyoflife #openminds ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago

Humanists Malta
A humanist life is a life full of love and humanity. ❤️ It is a life worth cherishing and celebrating. 🎉 From birth to death, Humanist Celebrants are there to celebrate your milestones every step of the way. 👣 Our celebrants will write a unique ceremony especially for you, be it a naming ceremony, a ceremony welcoming a new child to the world, a ceremony celebrating the coming of age, a wedding ceremony, a funeral, or any other life event. 🌟 We will ensure that what you feel is truly captured and respected. 🙏Visit 👉 humanistsmalta.org/ceremonies#humanistlife #celebratemilestones #loveandhumanity #uniqueceremonies #lifeevents #HumanistCelebrants #cherishlife ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Humanists Malta
🔹 Why Comprehensive Sex Education Matters Now More Than Ever 🔹Recent studies in Malta have shown that one in two 15-year-old girls are engaging in unprotected sex—a concerning statistic that highlights the urgent need for effective, comprehensive sex education. Young people deserve accurate, inclusive information on relationships, sexual health, and consent. At Humanists Malta, we believe in empowering them with the knowledge needed to make safe and informed choices, building a foundation of respect and confidence in all areas of life.Comprehensive sex education isn’t just about prevention; it’s about nurturing informed, respectful, and responsible young adults.📖 Learn more about our vision for sex education in Malta: humanistsmalta.org/sex-education/📊 Read the full MaltaToday article here: www.maltatoday.com.mt/news/national/131220/one_in_two_15yearold_girls_having_unprotected_sex#HumanistsMalta #SexEducation #InclusiveEducation #Empowerment #SafeChoices ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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Saying farewell to loved ones can be hard, but we are here to assist you along the way. 💙 Whether you want to plan your own memorial, or ceremony for a loved one. 🌿Visit humanistsmalta.org/ceremonies 👉#support #MemorialPlanning #HonoringLovedOnes #celebratelife #humanistceremonies ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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🎉 Only a Few Days Left! 🎟️Process philosophy has profound implications for our understanding of existence. By emphasising the dynamic nature of reality, process philosophers challenge traditional metaphysical frameworks that posit fixed substances as the foundation of being.Sounds interesting? Don't forget to buy your ticket!Visit the fb event: www.facebook.com/events/7830701457050239/?rdid=hvBVPmT9L2xYdH4N&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb... ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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🌍 Can secular countries foster more peace and happiness compared to religious ones? This article dives into global data on violence, honesty, and social progress. It challenges the idea that religious nations are more moral, and advocates for a violence-free world. Let's explore and discuss! 🙌 www.peace-studies.com/2024/10/competition-religious-secular.html#peace #secularvsreligious #SocialProgress #GlobalTrends #ENDviolence ... See MoreSee Less
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Ramon Casha Scholarship Fund

The Ramon Casha Fund was set up in 2016 to promote education to the most disadvantaged in society. The key notion being that all those who take interest in their own education should have the ability to do so freely. 

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I don’t think we should ever allow religion the trick of maintaining that; the spiritual, and the beautiful, and the noble, and the altruistic, and the morally strong, and the virtuous are in any way inventions of religion or particular, or peculiar to religion

Stephen Fry

The meaning of life is not to be discovered only after death in some hidden, mysterious realm; on the contrary, it can be found by eating the succulent fruit of The Tree of Life and by living in the here and now as fully and creatively as we can.

Paul Kurtz

Unfortunately, strong political affiliations, religious dogma, skin color, language differences and uneven wealth distribution have the power of separating us, human beings. These are cosmetic differences, some of which are unnecessary.

We are more alike than we think and if we support and tolerate one another, no matter where we come from, and if we plan for those who will succeed us, the world would be a much better place.

Vannie Pule

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