Nearly three million people in Ukraine live with disabilities. Many face isolation and inadequate living conditions, and feel helpless about finding work or entering education. Over 300 wheelchair users have built confidence and lifelong friendships through the Order’s calendar of sports, outings and seminars. In 2021, participants will enjoy river rafting, football matches and the much-awaited Maltese Ball, an unforgettable night of music and dancing for 100 disabled and non-disabled guests.

Roma children often drop out of school, and struggle to leave behind them lives of exclusion and poverty. The Maltese Symphony project offers children the chance to learn instruments and perform with an orchestra. As a result, the children learn to express themselves creatively, to focus better at school, and to treat others more kindly.

Watch the programme in action here.

In 2021, the Order will develop new e-health systems with improved staff training, more access to external expertise for hospitals, and better healthcare for hard-to-reach communities.

New digital technologies are paving the way to new and better services. Apps providing remote consultations, accessible digital personal health records and e-Learning platforms harness the power of technology to ensure that quality medical care is available to all those who need it.

Myanmar has one of highest rates of malnutrition in South East Asia. Around 1.6 million children under five are affected, causing stunted growth and other serious health problems.

Malteser International promotes healthier food and hygiene practices in remote areas of the country, offering training, support groups and baby care packs to over 3,000 mothers, ensuring strong and healthy development for babies.

Hear Nala share her story here.