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24/12/2024

The team at Fidem Foundation wishes you all a Merry Christmas.

22/12/2024

Christmas can be overwhelming, for many reasons. We know how crucial wellbeing is, especially during this time of year, and we're here to offer our support. If you feel you need to talk to someone, Fidem is here to listen. Contact us on our new dedicated email: [email protected], part of our new enhanced mental wellbeing services.

14/12/2024

“Education is the one thing no one can ever take away from you.”

These powerful words come from a woman whose life we helped transform through education. After years of domestic struggles, she gained the qualifications she needed to secure a job, achieve financial independence, and rebuild her life. She is a survivor—and an inspiration.

Since 2018, we’ve empowered over 300 women and girls through our Educate to Empower programme, covering training fees, providing laptops, textbooks, mentoring and career guidance. We also teach English literacy, life skills, and offer psychological support to help participants overcome challenges and focus on their future.

This Christmas, sponsor a student and give the gift of education—the gift of a brighter future.
💻🎓 Donate today and make a difference: https://www.fidem.org.mt/donate/

29/11/2024

Got plans this Sunday? Start your Christmas shopping at the Wignacourt Museum Christmas Market and take the opportunity to learn more about this cultural gem of a museum by taking a guided tour with students from the Institute Of Tourism Studies - ITS. The tours are against a small donation in aid of Fidem Foundation. We hope to see you there.

27/11/2024

Save the date: 100 days to go to the third edition of the Fidem Foundation International Women’s Day conference on Friday 7th of March 2025.

We are looking forward to a healthy debate about the changes that are required to ensure gender equality and women’s empowerment are not just platitudes but become a reality for all of us. And that means tackling the issue of gender-based violence and abuse as well as mental health. It is time to .
Working Town

25/11/2024

Today, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and we demand change, we demand action and we demand to be heard. We’re done with empty promises.

Read more: https://timesofmalta.com/article/delays-justice-system-cost-lives.1101416

Victims of domestic violence continue to be let down by a state intent on big words and big promises but little real effective action

21/11/2024

Any companies/ individuals who have some old but still working smartphones, please get in touch. We have some service-users who are very difficult to reach without a phone. Thank you 🙏

[email protected]

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Bejnietna Community by Fidem Foundation

13/11/2024

🫶Be kind: Today is World Kindness Day, your annual reminder to be kind towards others and yourselves, not just today but every day. 🫶

04/11/2024

Do you need to talk to someone? The next Bejnietna Community by Fidem Foundation online meeting for women (only!) will be held tomorrow at 7pm. Send us a DM for the secure Zoom link. The meeting is FREE and is led by a coach and a trainee Gestalt therapist.

28/10/2024

The next Bejnietna Community by Fidem Foundation online meeting FOR WOMEN ONLY will be held on Tuesday 5th November at 7pm.

10/10/2024

Today is World Mental Health Awareness Day and this year the World Health Organisation is calling for mental health at the workplace to be prioritised. According to the WHO unhealthy or unsafe work environments can have serious negative impacts on employees’ mental health. If left unaddressed,
poor mental health can disrupt lives, reduce productivity, increase absence or turnover and create
a cycle of challenges for both workers and employers.
WHO further points out that we need to mitigate risks to mental health, train managers to protect the mental wellbeing of their staff and ensure that employees with mental health conditions are supported properly to be able to participate at work without fear of discrimination or negative consequences.
Do you feel your mental health at the workplace is given enough attention?

09/10/2024

Sports boosts our mental wellbeing, and we’re so ready for more physical activity to keep those happy hormones pumping.
Thank you Jumping Fitness Malta for supporting Fidem Foundation with this fun activity. We’ll be there this Saturday to talk about Fidem’s work. Will you join us?

🌅𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗺𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁🌅

Join us for an event proudly supported by Regjun Tramuntana and , dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and su***de prevention. We will also be raising awareness and donations for the - Malta and , who will be in attendance on the day to offer support and information.

🏞️ Event Details
🗓 Saturday 12th October 2024
📍 Cheeky Monkey Gastropub Piazza, Qawra – Overlooking the sea!
⏰ 1 hour 30 mins of fun, energy, and connection
🎟 €10 per person (All profits donated to charity)

This event is open to everyone, regardless of fitness level, and promises to be an amazing, fun-filled experience. Let’s jump together for a cause that matters—raising awareness, breaking the stigma around mental health, and supporting those in need.

This cause is incredibly personal to me after the recent passing of my brother-in-law to su***de. With so many people tragically taking their own lives every day, it’s time we come together to make a difference. 10th October marks World Mental Health Awareness Day, making this the perfect opportunity to shine a light on this issue.
Benefits of Exercise for Mental Health
Jumping, movement, and exercise have been proven to boost mood, reduce anxiety, and relieve stress. It’s a simple yet effective way to care for your mental health and, more importantly, connect with others in a supportive environment.

For more details and to secure your spot, message Marie 7936 9454