
Malta’s Parliamentary Secretary for Reforms and Equality Rebecca Buttigieg has been named one of European Young Leaders Class of 2025.
‘We are thrilled to launch the new class of EYL40’, wrote ‘Friends of Europe’ on social media.
‘This cohort brings together a diverse group of leaders driving change in their countries and shaping Europe’s future.’
‘As Malta’s Parliamentary Secretary for Reforms and Equality since 2022, Rebecca Buttigieg has spearheaded the Labour government’s efforts to tackle inequality and promote gender rights.’
‘Her work has included launching the National Strategy against Domestic Violence, promoting distribution of free menstrual products in schools, strengthening legislation on LGBTQ+ rights, and introducing a law to outlaw virginity testing.’
‘Before her election to Parliament in 2022, Buttigieg served as a spokesperson at Malta’s Economic and Home Affairs ministries. During Malta’s EU presidency in 2017, she was a policy officer at her country’s Permanent Representation in Brussels.’
Buttigieg celebrated the achievement in a statement, saying that she is honoured to be on of 40 youths in Europe recognised for her work.
‘This is an important and prestigious moment for me, which continues to motivate me to work with passion for the common good of our country.’
Prime Minister Robert Abela also congratulated Rebecca, saying that he is proud of the Labour Party for producing talented politicians who lead reforms towards a more equal and inclusive society.
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