The child-friendly version of Malta’s Sustainable Development Strategy for 2050 was launched during an engaging event at Maria Regina College Mosta Primary School B. This initiative, organised by the Directorate for Sustainable Development, aims to make sustainability concepts accessible and enjoyable for young learners.
Minister for the Environment, Energy and Regeneration of the Grand Harbour Miriam Dalli, Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation Clifton Grima, and Minister for Social Policy and Children’s Rights Michael Falzon sat down with the children to discuss the strategy during hands-on workshops.
The children’s version of Malta’s Sustainable Development Strategy, available in Maltese and English, was developed in collaboration with the Ministry for Social Policy and Children’s Rights as part of the project co-funded by the EU Program for Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) “Empowering Children’s Participation in Malta”.
Additionally, Malta is currently preparing the national review on the implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This initiative continues to provide a space for children to present their views on what matters most to them.
Starting this coming scholastic year, this strategy will be distributed to all Year 3 students across Malta and Gozo, with hands-on sessions to be provided by the Sustainable Development Directorate.
Minister Miriam Dalli said, “Every child can be an ambassador for change and sustainability. We will help them lead the way in their communities by giving them the necessary tools and knowledge. When children learn about sustainable practices, they inspire their friends and encourage their families to adopt greener habits. Together, we can raise a generation of young leaders who advocate for a sustainable future and make a real difference in our society.”
Minister Michael Falzon stressed the importance of a long-term vision strategy that can effectively implement the right measure to safeguard the environment. “Today’s visit continues to testify the collective work the Government is carrying out. We are committed to continue to deliver a message that is understood by everyone, from children to adults,” Minister Michael Falzon said.
Minister Clifton Grima stated, “One of the goals of the education system is to raise responsible citizens. With this strategy, we continue to emphasize the importance of sustainable development, alongside other education that we provide in our schools. This strategy, just like the ones we’ve published recently, is being communicated to our young children in a way that is explained in the best way for them to understand. This strategy ensures that everyone has what they need to be happy and healthy, both now and in the future. Therefore, it is good to continue emphasising this from a young age, as this generation will lead our country in the future.”
Malta’s Sustainable Development Strategy for 2050, which underwent public consultation, is a holistic strategy that seeks to help Malta achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This Strategy, which involved the participation of all stakeholders, including local authorities, civil society, the private sector, academia, and individual citizens, seeks to strengthen current institutional mechanisms and support structures while paving the way for the introduction and implementation of new policies and processes that will further enable the country to reach its goals in a more effective, efficient, and coherent way.
More information is available at: https://sustainabledevelopment.gov.mt/maltas-sustainable-development-strategy-for-2050/
