Aġenzija Sapport and Aġenzija Żgħażagħ have signed a three-year agreement to expand training opportunities for mentors and youth utilizing Aġenzija Sapport services.

The signing took place in the presence of Minister for Inclusion and Volunteering Julia Farrugia Portelli and Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research, and Innovation Keith Azzopardi Tanti.

Under this agreement, Aġenzija Żgħażagħ will deliver leadership and mentoring training to youth workers from Aġenzija Sapport. It will also roll out targeted programs to empower youths with diverse abilities, enabling them to enhance their skills and actively participate in the community.

Minister Farrugia Portelli highlighted the collaboration’s importance in fostering inclusivity and helping youths realize their full potential. Parliamentary Secretary Azzopardi Tanti commended the joint effort, emphasizing its role in creating a stronger, more inclusive society.

Participants in Aġenzija Sapport’s programs, such as Sharing Lives, will benefit from professional-led sessions, while initiatives like SAFER and Take a Stand will promote digital safety and personal empowerment among youths.

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Prime Minister Robert Abela hailed the upcoming regeneration of the Bank of Valletta Centre in Santa Venera as a pivotal step in enhancing energy efficiency standards.

Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Abela emphasized the importance of sustainability and quality in such projects, noting the financial sector’s responsibility to drive green investment. He questioned whether loan terms should differ for projects prioritizing energy efficiency over conventional builds, advocating for greener financial incentives.

Dr. Abela also linked the project to next year’s Budget priorities, highlighting the government’s new measure to contribute to private pensions for public sector workers. He described this as a step towards expanding Malta’s private pensions niche, which has been in development since 2016. The initiative aims to increase workers’ retirement income while fostering long-term savings funds that can be reinvested for national progress.

Marking the bank’s 50th anniversary, Dr. Abela expressed confidence in BOV’s ongoing commitment to quality and sustainability. CEO Kenneth Farrugia and Chairman Gordon Cordina echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the bank’s adaptability, including facilitating remote work for 40% of employees, and its continued focus on future-ready financial solutions.

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