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Aġenzija Sapport is committed to enhance the quality of life of persons with disability through innovative personalised support, expertise, and advocacy. The main objective is to provide people having a disability with support, so that they would be able to achieve independence to the best of their ability, continue living within the community and receive support as and when required.Aġenzija Sapport became an autonomous agency through a Legal Notice (L.N.
104 of 2016).
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The Commissioner for Children is responsible for the
welfare and the protection of children, the promotion of children’s rights,
ensuring the provision of necessary services for children and the participation
of children. The office of the Commissioner for Children, acts as a focal point
which monitors the current social and cultural situation in relation to
children. The
Children's Commissioner was established under the Commissioner for Children
Act (Cap.
462.).
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The Commissioner for Older Persons is responsible to
promote and safeguard the interests of older persons, and investigate any
alleged breaches or potential infringements of the human rights of the older
persons. The Commissioner for Older Persons was established under the Commissioner
for Older Persons Act (Cap. 553.). |
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The Commission for the Rights of Persons withDisability (CRPD) is committed to enable persons with disability reach their
full potential in all aspects of life and enjoying a high quality of life
thanks to equal opportunities. In fulfilling this mission, CRPD works to
eliminate any form of social discrimination against persons with disability and
their families while providing them with the necessary assistance and support. The
Commission for the Rights of Persons with Disability was established under the Equal Opportunities (Persons with Disability)
Act (Cap. 413.).
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The Department of Social Security provides for two basic schemes, namely
the Contributory Scheme and the Non-Contributory Scheme. The Social Security Act (Cap.
318.), forms the basis of two robust pillars on which benefits are paid. It is based on
regular payments that covers residents for certain benefits in sickness and
maternity, retirement, invalidity and widows, injury and occupational diseases,
unemployment and family benefits. |
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The Foundation for Social Welfare Services(FSWS) was established with responsibility in the fields of social services. The
FSWS through Agenzija Appoġġ, Agenzija Sedqa and LEAP, provide comprehensive
prevention, support, and treatment services within both the community and
residential settings. Social workers and other professionals within dedicated
service areas of these agencies, work with various target groups including
children, families and adults in need, persons with addiction problems, and
people at risk of poverty and social exclusion. The
Foundation is governed by a Board
consisting of a President and not less than four other members who are
appointed by the Prime Minister from among persons, who can make a valid
contribution to it through their experience in the fields of social welfare in general
and social welfare research in particular. |
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The Housing Authority provides services to those
who are seeking accommodation, support and assistance. In efforts to promote
home ownership as well as improve the housing conditions in Malta, the Housing
Authority has been developing, promoting and financing the development of
housing estates and other residential accommodation. Through the provision of
various schemes and initiatives targeting those who are most in need of its
assistance, the Authority is committed towards improving the quality of life,
whilst pursuing a better future for Maltese communities. The Housing Authority was established under the Housing Authority Act (Cap. 261.). |
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The role of the Social Care Standards Authority (SCSA) as a Regulatory Body is to improve quality and
standards in social welfare services to protect and enhance the dignity, safety
and welfare of all service users. This vision is to be achieved through support
and regulation. Both service users and service providers will be actively
involved in the ongoing process of standard development and improvement. The
process of regulation is intended to be a positive experience, which is carried
out through consultation, collaboration and dialogue. It is envisaged that
through its operations, the Authority will positively influence social welfare
practices and the qualitative development of services in the sector. The Social
Care Standards Authority was established under Social Care Standards Authority Act (Cap. 582.). |
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The Meeting Place provides NGOs working
in the Education, Health and Social Sector with modern premises to hold meetings,
AGMs, conferences, training and seminars. The premises are also intended to
offer support and integration through public infrastructure and community base.
This project was originated by the Marigold Foundation in collaboration with
the Parliamentary Secretary for EU Funds & Social Dialogue and the
Foundation for Social Welfare Services within the Ministry for the Family,
Children’s Rights and Social Solidarity.
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