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In Malta’s corporate landscape, businesses are recognising their responsibility to not only generate profits but also contribute positively to society and the environment. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become a guiding framework for organisations aiming to align profitability with purpose. Partnering with registered NGOs like the Women for Women Foundation offers a strategic way for companies to advance ESG goals while addressing local challenges. ESG and Corporate Sustainability in Malta ESG represents a commitment to long-term value creation. The “S” in ESG refers to the social impact of an organisation’s operations. Supporting initiatives that promote gender equality, education, and community empowerment directly contributesRead More…

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In today’s fast-paced world, many women feel disconnected from themselves—emotionally and physically. Stress, trauma, and unprocessed emotions can manifest as physical tension or discomfort, making it hard to feel grounded. Rebecca Camilleri, a holistic therapist, uses body awareness and creative movement to help women reconnect with their bodies, release blocked emotions, and reclaim their inner strength. What is Holistic Healing? Rebecca’s healing approach combines body-centred techniques like somatics, breathwork, dance, and mindfulness. This combination of movement and body awareness allows women to uncover and express emotions stored in their bodies. “By incorporating body-centred techniques, you gain deeper awareness of emotions stored within,” Rebecca explains. “CreativeRead More…

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Let’s be honest – returning to work after maternity leave can stir up a whirlwind of emotions. For many women, it’s a delicate dance between excitement and dread, joy and guilt, pride and uncertainty. One moment, you’re ready to jump back into your career. The next, you’re wondering how you’ll manage to juggle everything. If you’re feeling anxious, conflicted, or just overwhelmed by the thought of it all, know that you’re far from alone. The Emotional Rollercoaster First things first, it’s completely normal to feel a range of emotions – and often at the same time! You’ve spent weeks or months nurturing a tiny humanRead More…

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Gift-giving can be both a joy and a challenge. Whether it’s for a birthday, Christmas, or just because, finding the perfect gift can sometimes feel like a daunting task. But worry not; we’ve got you covered! Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you choose the ideal gift for your loved ones, tailored by age, recipients, and occasions. Gifts by Age For Kids (0-12 years) • Babies (0-2 years): At this age, it’s all about stimulating their senses. Soft toys, colourful board books, and sensory play items like rattles or textured blankets are perfect. Outside the box: A customised storybook featuring the baby’s name. • ToddlersRead More…

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Date: June 11, 2024 For Immediate Release The Malta Women’s Lobby extends its congratulations to Dr. Roberta Metsola on her remarkable achievement in the recent MEP elections. Dr. Metsola’s success highlights the trust that people have in her in representing our country at the European Parliament, and her political journey serves as an inspiration to women in Malta and beyond. Dr. Metsola’s success is also to be highlighted in view of the fact that she stands as the only woman elected out of the six Maltese MEPs, which underscores a regression from past elections when Malta had an equal representation of three women and threeRead More…

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Featuring brave women’s #metoomalta experiences to raise awareness about the extensive psychological damage that sexual assault causes to its victims. Trigger warning: sexual assault, rape. When Francesca Fenech Conti, administrator of the group Women for Women (Malta) on Facebook shared a personal disclosure of sexual assault, she wasn’t prepared for what happened next-message after message flooded her inbox with real, raw experiences from women who have experienced sexual assault and rape in their lifetimes. Many women finally found the courage to open up anonymously about their own painful experiences from the past, some of which were childhood sexual traumas, with some of the women speaking up aboutRead More…

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Let’s talk about something that’s a big part of our lives – periods. It’s high time we shed the awkwardness and embrace this topic with openness and a touch of humour. Why Period Talk Matters First things first, why is this conversation so important? Because, believe it or not, this natural bodily function has been cloaked in unnecessary mystery and stigma for way too long. Talking about it means we can share tips, laugh over our period blunders, and just feel…normal. “What’s Happening to My Body?!” Our menstrual cycle is like a monthly report card, giving us insights into our overall health. One minute, you’reRead More…