NCPE Equality Mark
UM celebrates its NCPE Equality Mark Certification Achievement with its community
UM and JC awarded the NCPE Equality Mark
UPCOMING EVENTS
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PAST EVENTS
Diversity Month
The Equity Office is proud to have taken part in the European Diversity Month, celebrating and promoting inclusion and diversity within our community.
Throughout May, we shared real stories highlighting different dimensions of diversity:
From Script to Archive: The Words of Rose Lapira
This exhibition was part of the University of Malta Women's Archive, an initiative dedicated to preserving and celebrating the lives, achievements, and voices of women who have shaped our society.
Exhibition Launch Date: 2 March 2026 at noon
Exhibition Duration: 2 March 2026 - 27 March 2026
Venue: UM Library Exhibition Area (Level 1)
Programme [PDF]
On Monday, 5 January 2026, our Equity Office formally presented its 2024–2025 Annual Report to the Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella.
Newspoint article available here
The report may be accessed online
16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM AGAINST GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
Join the conversation with Colette Farrugia Bennett and Alex Caruana, MGRM representatives, during an upcoming Q&A conversation moderated by Roderick Vassallo.
This event is dedicated to raising awareness, fostering safe spaces, and encouraging open dialogue on seeking support and protection for the queer community.
Date: 1 December 2025
Time: 12:00 (1-hour event)
Venue: Main Library, Periodicals Department, Level 1, UM Msida Campus
no PRIDE in violence [PDF]
The panel will discuss the emotional, social, psychological, and legal aspects of femicide and domestic violence, examining their impact on families and the role of support systems and policies in prevention.
Date: 26 November 2025
Time: 12:00
Venue: Main Library, Periodicals Department, Level 1
16 days of activism against Gander-Based Violence [PDF]
From 26 November to 10 December, the UM Library Exhibition Area (Level 1) will host a thought-provoking art installation by artist Kathrine Maj. The exhibition will launch on 26 November at 11:30.
Dear Woman [PDF]
International Men's Day
Beyond Stereotypes: Masculinities and Mental Wellbeing
Join us for a discussion that will explore how different understandings of masculinity shape men’s experiences of mental health, while also considering societal challenges and opportunities for fostering healthier, more inclusive models of wellbeing.
Date: 19 November 2025
Time: 18:00 – 20:30 (including networking drinks)
Venue: Aula Prima, Valletta Campus
International Men's Day [PDF]
Solidarity on Campus
Discover your support Network!
All the essential student services gathering in one place to show you the support network available right here on campus.
Enjoy Live Music, A Bake Sale and Tasty Hot Dogs
Date: 21 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 13:30
Venue: The Quadrangle, University of Malta
Solidarity on Campus [PDF]
Support service:
Various support services offered by the University of Malta can help you find the support you need. To know about the existing services are available at the University of Malta check the Support Service Poster [PDF]
Women's Day
Launch of a Women's Archive at the University of Malta
Checklist for the Women's Archive at UM [PDF] [womensarchive@um.edu.mt]
More event material and highlights
Women's Archive Program [PDF]
Training sessions for Staff during Semester 2.
-EDI Training
-Recognising the Signs of Domestic Violence
Have a look at our past training sessions below:
EDI Training Workshop with staff at UM (2024)
Training on Recognising the signs of domestic violence (2024)
Confronting Cyber Violence An Event by UM's Equity Office for the 16 days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence
Raġel fuq l-Irġiel
Teach in: Masculinities in Maltese Contemporary Society
Proud of our new Rainbow Walkway near Gateway Building!
Film Screening and Discussion of the Documentary 'Feminists: What were they thinking?'
No to Hate Speech. Awareness-Raising Campaign June 2024
Zero Tolerance. Zero Excuses - Awareness-Raising Campaign February 2024
'The greater the gender inequality, the higher rate of violence' Prof Marceline Naudi
Empowering Change through research and awareness - Literature Review Compilation
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