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On Monday, 28 July, Friends of the Earth Malta, together with Moviment Graffitti and several other organisations (listed below), held a press conference in front of Parliament to call for the immediate withdrawal of two alarming Bills put forward by the Government last week. The proposed legislation seeks to amend the Development Planning Act and the Environment and Planning Review Tribunal Act.
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As part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) wishes to pay tribute to its headquarters, the Julian Manduca Green Resource Centre, and to the collective efforts that went into restoring the space and transforming it into a thriving hub for community and environmental action.
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Purslane is one of the few wild greens that remain vibrant and edible throughout the hot summer drought, when most other greens have withered. It’s often mistaken for a weed, but it’s one of the most nutritious wild plants around, rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and perfect for summer cooking.
Its Latin name comes from portula, meaning “small door,” referring to its flower capsules. It grows horizontally, with reddish stems and succulent, light green leaves. In summer, small yellow flowers begin to appear, edible, beautiful, and flavorful.
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Explore our merchandise and support the organisation for a better environment! Have an upcoming birthday? Gift with a difference. Or, pick up a treat for yourself. Have a look at our eco-shop with tote bags, t-shirts, zines & pocket guides perfect for any environmentalist.
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Join us every Thursday this month for the Youth Hub from 5:00pm till 8:00pm. Our Youth Hub is your space to unwind, connect with others, and delve into topics related to ourselves and the planet – all while having fun, and enjoying music and games. Our space at Friends of the Earth Malta provides an inclusive environment for you to chill, learn and meet new people.
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On the 12th and 13th of July, the historic Old Bakery of Comino came to life as over 25 young participants gathered for the first ever Kamp Kemmuna organised by Friends of the Earth Malta. This was a two-day off-grid experience that blended nature, activism, and collective dreaming.
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A few weeks ago, Martina took part in the Young Friends of the Earth Europe (YFoEE) Gathering at the European Youth Centre in Budapest, Hungary. This event marked a turning point for the YFoEE network, which has been relatively inactive in recent years. Over four days, Young Friends of the Earth Members from across Europe came together to exchange ideas, strengthen their skills, and set the course for a renewed youth movement within Friends of the Earth, one that drives climate and environmental justice.
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Leonor recently closed her 10-months ESC Program as a Campaigning Volunteer in Friends of the Earth Malta. Here’s how she describes her experience
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In June 2025, a group of youth workers, mental health professionals, and environmental educators gathered in Friends of the Earth Malta Floriana office as part of the CALM-EY (Climate Anxiety Learning and Mental Health for European Youth) project. This training aimed to explore how professionals can better support young people experiencing climate anxiety, a growing emotional response to the ecological crisis.
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In partnership with several organizations in Cyprus and Portugal, Friends of the Earth Malta is carrying out a project called Food Connect to help address the large amounts of food waste that occurs especially in the commercial sector here in Malta. Specifically, the project is helping to bring about an app through which food can be shared between donors, individuals, and organizational receivers such as soup kitchens and food banks. The app is in development and should be released in Malta in early 2026.
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July is associated with plastic use reduction, and for this reason Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM), goes plastic free for the month of July. On this note, FoEM encourages people to reduce plastic use. Started in July 2011 by an Australian organisation, Plastic Free Foundation, the month of July has been determined as global Plastic Free Month.
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Open Calls for contribution
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We are setting up a Shared Beach Box on Comino, with the aim to reduce single-use plastic waste and promote sharing over buying.
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Friends of the Earth Malta is looking for welcoming people who can offer accommodation for our incoming European Solidarity Corps Volunteers! These incredible young people (aged 18+) travel from across Europe to support our environmental work here in Malta — and we want to help them feel at home while they’re here.
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Have you been to Comino lately? Share your experience.
Friends of the Earth Malta is conducting a survey to gather your insights about your experience visiting the island of Comino. This initiative aims to protect Comino and ensure the voices of all stakeholders are heard.
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Every donation, no matter how small, is an invaluable contribution towards Friends of the Earth Malta's work.
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