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Humanists Malta

5 days ago

Humanists Malta
🏳️‍🌈 **IDAHOBIT — 17 May** 🏳️‍⚧️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.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. 🌍✨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. ⚖️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. 🫶✊🏽 The work continues.❤️🧡💛💚💙💜#IDAHOBIT #HumanistsMalta #Humanism #Equality #HumanRights #FreedomFromDiscrimination #IDAHOBIT2026#InternationalDayAgainstHomophobia #AgainstHomophobia #AgainstBiphobia #AgainstTransphobia #secularism #secularism #secularhumanism #secularhumanism #SeperationOfChurchAndState #equality #Queer#Pride #LoveIsLove #TransRights #transrightsarehumanrights #HumanRights#EqualRights #HumanDignity #Inclusion #Respect #LGBTQMalta ... See MoreSee Less

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Humanists Malta

6 days ago

Humanists Malta
🗳️ 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.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. 🤝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. 🕊️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. 💬Whatever one’s position, meaningful public participation and informed discussion are essential if Malta is to navigate this issue responsibly and respectfully. 🇲🇹www.facebook.com/share/p/1GSeJJSKeU/#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.“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.”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”.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.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.Do you think Malta should hold a referendum on voluntary assisted euthanasia? ... See MoreSee Less

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Humanists Malta

3 weeks ago

Humanists Malta
🌹 On a day like today — May Day — a day to reflect on work, dignity, and the kind of society we want to build, Erich Fromm’s words remain deeply relevant.In a world that often pushes people toward isolation, pressure, and competition, Erich Fromm reminds us of something profoundly simple: a healthy society is one where every person is able to grow, create, connect, and live with dignity.Humanism calls us to build that kind of world — where people are valued not for their utility, but for their humanity. Where compassion replaces power, curiosity replaces fear, and community works together. 🤝Fromm reminds us that the strength of any society lies in how it nurtures the well-being, creativity, and freedom of all its members. 🌱Let’s keep working toward a Malta that embodies these values — where reason, empathy, and solidarity guide our choices, and where every individual can truly flourish. 🇲🇹✨This is Humanism. ❤️#MayDay #WorkersDay #InternationalWorkersDay #LabourDay #ErichFromm #Humanism #HumanistsMalta #Reason #Empathy #Solidarity #HumanDignity #Community #Creativity #Freedom #Wellbeing #HumanFlourishing #Malta #SocialJustice #CivilSociety #SharedHumanity #WorkAndDignity #Compassion #CriticalThinking #BetterSociety #DignityForAll ... See MoreSee Less

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At times life can be very fast-paced and overwhelming; having to juggle a number of commitments, relationships and deadlines. This rush that takes us through life, albeit useful, might also distract us from stopping and reflecting on the meaning of our life. What is our purpose? What would we like to achieve? What would we wish to stop replicating and how can we change our narrative?<br />By taking a Humanistic and Existential stance, we can reflect on our potential and also acknowledge our background. What are the opportunities that we would like to engage in and what are the resources that we need to achieve this? What are the obstacles that are limiting us?<br />During our meeting, we will take some time to stop, reflect and discuss how we can create meaning in a seemingly meaningless word.<br /><br />About the speaker:<br />Abigail Church has obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (Hons) from the University of Malta. Following this she continued furthering her studies at a Postgraduate level with CPPD School, London, in Humanistic Integrative Counselling. Further training in the field of Counselling was pursued through a Masters in Counselling Children and Young People at the University of South Wales. These qualifications made it possible for Abigail to achieve her full warrant in counselling and equipped her to be able to work therapeutically not only with adults, but also with children and teenagers. Apart from her professional background Abigail has vast experience working in different settings: as a Learning Interventionist by supporting children and parents with regards to specific learning difficulties; as a Counsellor in state schools and within the school psychological services; as a Childcare Centre Coordinator and more recently as a Counsellor through Private Practice with the Willingness Team.
Creating meaning in a meaningless world
Nippruvaw kemm nippruvaw nifhmu r-realta ta' l-univers madwarna, donnu dejjem jibqa' jaħrab u jinħeba minna. Biex il-bniedem jippruvaw jtaffi din l-iskumdita, ħoloq ħafna filosofiji u teoloġiji li b'xi mod jew ieħor jagħmlu r-realta iktar palatabbli. Pero fil-waqt li jgħinu fuq ċertu livell, dawn itellfu milli tassew naċċettaw ir-realta ta' madwarna b'mod iktar sħiħ. <br />Simone de Beauvoir taqsam il-vjaġġ ta' realizzazzjoni tal-liberta tal-persuna umana fl-ambigwita li aħna mdawrin biha f'diversi skaluni - l-aħħar skaluna tkun dik fejn il-bniedem juża l-liberta tiegħu biex jaħdem għal-liberta ta' l-oħrajn. <br />Dan kollu jinstema sabiħ, iżda xi jwassal biex bniedem jagħmel il-qabżiet neċessarji biex jaċċetta l-ambigwita u jiddeċiedi li jeżerċita l-liberta tiegħu favur il-liberta umana? Ħjiel mislut minn Richard Kearney huwa li fl-iskumdita fil-laqgħa tagħna mal-istranġier, aħna nieħdu r-riskju li nitilfu dak li għandna fil-waqt li possibilment niskopru affarijiet ġodda.<br />B'attitudni li tilqa' l-iskumdita u t-tensjoni tal-ambigwita u l-istranġier, nistgħu nimxu pass pass bħala umanita biex nikkombattu l-jasar, sew fina u sew f'ta' madwarna.
Kif nagħmel sens minn ħajti (mingħajr għajnuna minn fuq)
Celebrating the life of Ramon Casha, a humanist who worked tirelessly for what he believed in, on the 5th anniversary of his passing.
Remembering Ramon Casha
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