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Multiculturalism cannot work when it is broken by design and when one community is told, repeatedly and through both word and policy, that its presence is conditional, its worship fallacious, and its representation in public life is an imposition.![]()
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A thoughtful and timely piece by Humanists Malta committee members Christian Colombo and Joanna Onions on belonging, equality, and the kind of society we are choosing to build in Malta.![]()
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At a time when fear and exclusion are increasingly normalised in public discourse, this article reminds us that dignity, fairness, and inclusion are not weaknesses. They are the foundations of a healthy democracy.![]()
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🗳️ When major political forces rule out reforms on abortion and Voluntary Assisted Euthanasia, the issue is not simply party politics — it is the future of personal freedom in Malta.![]()
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These questions concern bodily autonomy, healthcare, conscience, suffering, and dignity. They affect people in some of the most serious and intimate moments of life.![]()
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In a democratic society, fundamental freedoms should not be permanently deferred because they are difficult or controversial. People deserve open, evidence-based discussion on laws that affect their bodies, their medical choices, and their ability to make deeply personal decisions.![]()
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Humanists Malta believes that a humane society should trust individuals with decisions about their own lives, while ensuring proper safeguards, informed consent, and compassionate care.![]()
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Political parties may choose their positions. But citizens should continue insisting that freedom, dignity, and personal autonomy remain central to Malta’s public debate. 🤝🇲🇹![]()
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PN Says It Has No Mandate To Introduce Abortion Or Euthanasia In Malta
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The Nationalist Party has stated that it does not have a mandate to introduce either abortion or euthanasia if elected to government. The position was communicated in response to questions sent by ...
🕊️ Palliative care and assisted dying should not be treated as opposites.![]()
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We often hear the argument that Malta must first perfect palliative care before even considering Voluntary Assisted Euthanasia. But this creates an undefined and moving threshold — one that risks prolonging suffering for people facing an unbearable situation now.![]()
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Humanists Malta has always supported the strongest possible palliative care. It is essential, and it must continue to be developed, funded, and made accessible. But making “better palliative care” a prerequisite for even discussing VAE sets up a false choice. The two are not alternatives, and one should not be used to postpone the other indefinitely.![]()
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Even the best palliative care has limits. Some people, despite receiving attentive support and medical care, may still experience suffering they personally find intolerable. In many cases, those who seek assisted dying explain that it is not only physical pain that matters. Physical symptoms may sometimes be manageable, yet the emotional suffering, loss of dignity, loss of autonomy, and irreversible decline caused by their condition can become unbearable in ways that no amount of palliative care can fully address.![]()
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For them, the question is not abstract. It is deeply human.![]()
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Palliative care and Voluntary Assisted Euthanasia should be understood as part of the same spectrum of compassionate end-of-life care — not as competing alternatives. One should not be used to delay or deny the other.![]()
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A humane society should offer care, relief, dignity, and choice. 🤝![]()
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#Malta #Humanism #AssistedDying #VoluntaryAssistedEuthanasia #VAE #EndOfLifeChoice #EndOfLifeCare #PalliativeCare #Compassion #HumanDignity #PersonalAutonomy #BodilyAutonomy #RightToChoose #PatientRights #MedicalEthics #Ethics #InformedConsent #DignityInDying #CompassionateCare #FreedomOfChoice #ReasonAndEmpathy #Healthcare #Malta #MaltaNews #CivilSociety #HumanRightsThe Palliative Care Association of Malta has called for stronger palliative care services before Malta continues discussions on euthanasia, following Labour’s confirmation that the issue could eventually be decided through a national referendum if the party is re-elected.![]()
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In a statement titled “Strengthen Palliative care before Euthanasia Referendum,” the association said efforts should focus on ensuring that “all patients have access to high quality Palliative Care before reigniting the national debate on euthanasia.”![]()
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The association referred to commitments made during the 2025 public consultation process, including promises to improve access to essential medicines and implement the National Palliative Care Strategy. While acknowledging progress, it stated that “important elements of these commitments are still pending, including access to a number of promised medicines.”![]()
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It also warned that further resources and commitments are still needed to strengthen the speciality, adding that without the necessary support, “it remains difficult to provide the highest standard of palliative care to people living with terminal illness.”![]()
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The statement encouraged the Government to continue prioritising support for vulnerable patients as part of the wider national discussion surrounding euthanasia in Malta.![]()
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🏳️🌈 **IDAHOBIT — 17 May** 🏳️⚧️![]()
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As humanists, we affirm the inherent dignity and worth of every human being. No one’s freedom, safety, or humanity should depend on who they love or how they understand themselves.![]()
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IDAHOBIT is not only about remembering past progress — it is about recognising our shared responsibility, here and everywhere, to challenge prejudice, reject pseudoscience, and stand firmly for reason, compassion, and human rights. 🌍✨![]()
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A humanist approach calls on us to listen to lived experiences, to be guided by evidence, and to place empathy at the centre of our societies. Equality is not a special privilege — it is a moral baseline. ⚖️![]()
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Today, we stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ people worldwide and reaffirm our commitment to a world where everyone can live openly, safely, and without fear. 🫶![]()
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✊🏽 The work continues.![]()
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#IDAHOBIT #HumanistsMalta #Humanism #Equality #HumanRights #FreedomFromDiscrimination #IDAHOBIT2026![]()
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🗳️ A referendum on voluntary assisted euthanasia would give the Maltese public the opportunity to engage directly with one of the most profound and personal ethical issues of our time.![]()
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At Humanists Malta, we believe these conversations should be approached with empathy, dignity, and respect for differing views. Discussions on end-of-life choice are not simply political debates — they are deeply human questions involving suffering, autonomy, compassion, and personal dignity. 🤝![]()
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For some people facing terminal illness and unbearable suffering, having the option of voluntary assisted euthanasia can offer peace of mind, comfort, and a sense of control during the final stages of life. No person should be forced to endure unnecessary suffering against their wishes when safeguards, informed consent, and strict medical oversight are in place. 🕊️![]()
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We support open, evidence-based dialogue that allows people to make informed decisions while listening respectfully to the experiences and perspectives of others. A compassionate society should not turn away from difficult conversations, but approach them with humanity, care, and respect for individual choice. 💬![]()
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Whatever one’s position, meaningful public participation and informed discussion are essential if Malta is to navigate this issue responsibly and respectfully. 🇲🇹![]()
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#HumanRights #Dignity #Compassion #Choice #Dialogue #Malta #HumanistsMalta #Humanism #AssistedDying #VoluntaryAssistedEuthanasia #VAE #EndOfLifeChoice #EndOfLifeCare #PersonalAutonomy #BodilyAutonomy #RightToChoose #HumanDignity #InformedConsent #MedicalEthics #Ethics #EvidenceBasedPolicy #PublicDialogue #RespectfulDialogue #PatientRights #CompassionateCare #Autonomy #FreedomOfChoice #ReasonAndEmpathy #Democracy #CivilSocietyMalta’s next big referendum could be about euthanasia... at least if the PL is elected into government again.![]()
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“We carried out a broad consultation on voluntary assisted euthanasia and we introduced the concept of a medical will into the law,” the party stated today, on the day it released its promised electoral manifesto. “The people participated in large numbers and expressed different opinions on this issue.”![]()
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PL went on to state it believes the discussion on this delicate subject should continue, asserting its view that the people “should be given the opportunity to express their opinion through a referendum”.![]()
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Voluntary Assisted Euthanasia, or VAE, is one done at the explicit request of a mentally competent patient who is usually suffering from a terminal illness and experiencing unbearable suffering. Beyond consent, the inclusion of a medical professional who directly administers the life-ending medication is also a vital part of VAE.![]()
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An option reserved for some very divisive topics, referendums have been held only seven times in Malta’s history. Most recently 11 years ago back in 2015, the country voted on the repealing of a spring hunting season for turtle doves and quail. Before that, 2011 saw a referendum on the introduction of divorce, while in 2003, a referendum was held on whether Malta should join the European Union.![]()
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Do you think Malta should hold a referendum on voluntary assisted euthanasia?
🌈 Malta’s loss of its long-held top position on ILGA-Europe’s LGBTIQ+ rights index should not be seen simply as a question of rankings, but as a reminder of an important reality: legal progress alone does not automatically transform social attitudes.![]()
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Over the past decade, Malta has made major legislative advances in the field of LGBTIQ+ rights and equality. Yet challenges remain. As Malta’s own Human Rights Directorate acknowledged in 2024, “societal attitudes still present barriers to full equality.”![]()
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Recent data reflects this clearly. While many people in Malta express comfort with lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals, acceptance drops significantly when it comes to transgender persons, and a substantial number of respondents still believe LGBTIQ+ individuals should not enjoy equal rights.![]()
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A humane and inclusive society requires more than progressive laws on paper. It also depends on education, empathy, open dialogue, and the continued willingness to challenge prejudice where it persists.![]()
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Progress matters — but so does the culture that surrounds it. 🤝![]()
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After ten consecutive years as Europe's leader for LGBTIQ+ rights, Malta has now dropped to second place in ILGA-Europe's updated 2026 Rainbow Map index. ILGA-Europe's Rainbow Map is an annual
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