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

Recent Posts

6 days ago

Humanists Malta
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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1 week 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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1 week 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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2 weeks ago

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✨ A new life, at any age, is a moment of celebration. 🎉 Our ceremonies capture the beauty of naming a new child 👶 or a new you 🌟.Visit humanistsmalta.org/ceremonies for more info!#namingceremony #celebratelife #humanism #NewBeginnings #ceremonyoflife #humanistsmalta ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Humanists Malta
Message from the chair: Supporting the Humanist MarathonSeven years ago, I felt compelled to contribute to the Malta Humanist Association. Joining the committee of any organisation, even a small one, opens doors to countless opportunities and challenges—and my responsibilities only grew when I took on the role of Chairperson in 2019.I still vividly remember early milestones, building on the work of the founding members: organising our first events, collaborating with other NGOs, representing Humanism on radio/tv shows, and engaging in our first funded projects. Since then, we have made significant strides as an association:- Revamped our online presence, presenting Humanism as a positive, standalone philosophy of life.- Advocated on behalf of a number of issues which are not the prime focus of other NGOs, including Ethics education, and end-of-life rights (on which a recent initiative was the 'Humanity of Assisted Dying' campaign). - Contributed to national discussions on secular ethics and pushed for acknowledgement of the growing non-religious segment of society, such as through the inclusion of a “no religion” option in Malta's national census for the first time.-Expanded the number of Humanist celebrants, with an increasing number of celebrations of life events each year.- Participated in a number of locally and EU-funded youth projects, the latest one focusing on the understanding of the connection between science and human rights.- Supported calls for upholding human rights in Malta, collaborating with other NGOs to deliver our message at UN level.- Engaged with the community through online and other debates on pressing issues like free speech vs hate speech and climate change.- Refined our central message, focusing on the Humanist call to living this one life that we have to the fullest, while being mindful of the world and others around us.Overall, I can say that I am very proud of what has been achieved as a small team of dedicated volunteers. Yet, there are several areas which could still be developed. Most notably the chaplaincy which so far has not succeeded in attracting volunteers. Moreover, there must be several other ideas, initiatives and strategies which might not yet be on our radar but which could be crucial elements in the future of Humanists Malta in a fast-changing world.Due to other commitments, in the coming years I am constrained to downscale my role in the association. However, to ensure a smooth transition, I will stay on as acting chairperson, but with less engagement, until someone will be ready to take over. In the meantime, it would be great to get existing and new members closely involved, to bring a new wave of energy and ideas to guide us forward.Despite our large number of followers, the continued existence of Humanists Malta and its efforts is not guaranteed. So if you feel passionate about what we have been doing, please reach out to us and let us know how you see yourself taking a more active role. Your contribution can take various forms, be it monitoring, analysing, and advising on current issues, actively joining our campaigns, or simply helping with day-to-day admin. Together, we can continue shaping a vibrant future for Humanism in Malta. Now is the time to make a difference — join our team!Best regards,Christian ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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🌍 Let’s Talk About Stereotypes, Prejudice & Discrimination! ✊🏽✨Following our participation in the Journey of Labels training, organized by Associazione Vagamondo, we explored how stereotypes, prejudices, and discrimination are formed—and how we can turn these insights into powerful tools in both our personal and professional lives.Now, it’s your turn! We invite you to join us for a follow-up event where we want to hear from YOU! 🙌 What do you think about where we stand on these issues today? 🗣️ And more importantly, what can we consciously and realistically do about it? 💭Come share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences as we work together to create change. 🌱🗓️ Save the date and join the conversation! Let’s make a difference together. 💪fb.me/e/2no9sPU9e#BreakTheLabels #FightDiscrimination #EmpowerYouth #HumanRightsForAll #SpeakUp #EndStereotypes #YouthForChange #SocialJustice #CommunityVoices #RaiseAwareness ... See MoreSee Less
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2024 – Q1 update

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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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