Commission for the Rights of Persons with Disability - CRPD

10/06/2026

Yesterday, CRPD staff attended the launch of Sette Giugno 1919: Memory & Ritual at St John's Co-Cathedral. The exhibition explores the collective memory of the Sette Giugno events through memory and ritual.

Part of the exhibition features five tactile emblems that visitors can explore through touch, contributing to a more accessible experience for blind and visually impaired visitors. This part of the exhibition was developed in collaboration with CRPD. Each emblem is also accompanied by an audiodescription - providing further historical and artistic context.

We commend St John's Co-Cathedral for being at the forefront of this initiative. The craftsmanship behind the tactile elements helps make a significant chapter of Malta’s history accessible to a wider audience.

The exhibition is open at St John’s Co-Cathedral until the end of the month. More information is available here 👉 https://shorturl.at/5JgWY

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

This week, the Disability Equality Training (DET) team completed its 52nd training session for this year - reaching a total of 2,085 participants so far.

The last session saw trainers Vanessa Cassar and Blaine Schembri deliver a Disability Etiquette session for community police officers at the Academy for Disciplined Forces.

CRPD's Disability Equality Training (DET) Unit delivers disability awareness and equality training to public and private organisations. These sessions are delivered by persons with disability who have lived experience of a wide range of impairments.

05/06/2026

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Dora, beloved guide dog and loyal companion to our DET Manager Christine.

Dora’s passing has been deeply felt across the CRPD office. Her calm and gentle presence made her a cherished member of our community and a star at all of our events, and she will be greatly missed.

04/06/2026

This year marks two significant milestones: 10 years since the recognition of Maltese Sign Language (LSM) and 20 years of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

To celebrate these achievements, the Maltese Sign Language Council (KLSM) will be participating in a side event during the 19th Conference of States Parties to the CRPD at the United Nations on 11 June 2026.

The event will bring together Deaf organisations, advocates, experts, and community representatives from around the world to reflect on the progress made in advancing Deaf rights, language recognition, accessibility, and inclusion, while discussing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Together, we will celebrate Deaf identity, language, culture, and human rights, and highlight the importance of continued action towards a more inclusive society for all.

📅 11 June 2026
🕐 13:15-14:30 EDT | 19:15-20:30 CEST (Malta Time)
💻 Watch online: https://webtv.un.org/en

International Sign interpretation and closed captioning will be provided.

04/06/2026

Join us online as leading advocates, policymakers, and international partners come together to share lessons from 20 years of CRPD advocacy and discuss how stronger collaboration can create lasting change for persons with disabilities, including people affected by leprosy.

📅 Thursday, 11 June 2026
⏰ 3:00pm – 4:15pm (Eastern Time) | 9:00pm – 10:15pm (CEST / Malta Time)
💻 You can watch on https://webtv.un.org/en

The event will feature speakers from the United Nations, European Commission, governments, organizations of persons with disabilities, and advocates from around the world, including a session on Brazil’s successful government–civil society partnership to secure reparations for persons affected by leprosy, and grassroots perspectives on shaping the next 20 years of CRPD implementation.

Speakers include:

🔵 Rania Al Jazairi, First Social Affairs Officer and Head – Disability Portfolio, UN ESCWA
🔵Inmaculada Placencia Porrero, Senior Expert on Disability at the European Commission 5 minutes
🔵 Alex Agius Saliba, Co-Chair – Disability Intergroup, European Parliament
🔵 Dinara Dildabekova, Officer – Inclusive Political Participation, Office for Democratic Institutions

International Sign Interpretation and Closed Captioning will be provided.

03/06/2026

Join us online at CoSP19 for a series of side events exploring the intersection of autism, aging, health, rights, and inclusion.

As more Autistic people reach older adulthood, there is an urgent need to ensure healthcare systems, mental health services, policies, and communities are inclusive, accessible, and grounded in human rights. This event will be held in the UN's Headquarters and will bring together international experts, researchers, policymakers, and lived experience perspectives to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing aging Autistic individuals.

📅 9 June 2026
🕦 EDT 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM | CET (Malta) 05:30 PM – 06:45 PM (Malta Time)
💻 Watch online: https://webtv.un.org/en

Topics include:
• Inclusive healthcare and mental health support
• Community participation and social inclusion
• Supported decision-making and autonomy
• Lived experience and policy development
• International collaboration on ageing and autism

The session will feature speakers from Malta, the Bahamas, Canada, and the United States, including contributions from the 2025 UN Think Tank on Aging and Autism.

International Sign Interpretation and Closed Captioning will be provided.

29/05/2026

Training Seminar for Women with Disabilities

📢 CRPD is organising a training seminar as part of its ongoing work addressing the rights and experiences of women with disabilities in Malta.

The event will focus on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), strengthening advocacy and lobbying skills, exploring media storytelling and pitching, and learning how advocacy work can become more inclusive, accessible, and impactful for everyone.

📅 Date: 19 June 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Notch, Urban Valley Resort & Spa, San Ġwann
📝 Registration deadline: 8 June 2026
⚠️ Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you have any questions, you can contact Giulia at [email protected] or Allison at [email protected].

👉 Register for the Training Seminar here: https://shorturl.at/yJQGJ

CRPD would like to thank the European Disability Forum for its funding support towards this project.

DISCLAIMER: Sole responsibility for the content lies with CRPD, and the content may not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the European Disability Forum (EDF).

27/05/2026

Il-Kummissjoni Elettorali tinforma lill-votanti li persuni ta’ aktar minn 75 sena, każijiet ta' persuni fuq stretcher, u dawk li għandom l-EU Disability Card, jistgħu jgħaddu mingħajr ma jistennew fil-kju fil-jum tal-votazzjoni, mingħajr il-ħtieġa ta’ ċertifikat mediku. Se tingħata wkoll prijorità lil persuni bejn is-60 u l-75 sena bejn is-1:00 PM u l-5:00 PM.

Aktar dettalji jinsabu fil-links ta' hawn taħt.

Maltese version - https://electoral.gov.mt/pr1-15-05-26-mt
English Version - https://electoral.gov.mt/pr1-15-05-26-en

Please find translated English text in the comments below 👇

26/05/2026

Super Sibs by Aġenzija Sapport is back this summer! ✨

A free programme for children aged 7–12 who have a sibling with a disability. The programme provides a supportive environment where participants can connect with other siblings, engage in activities, and share experiences in a positive and inclusive setting.

📍 Aġenzija Sapport - Paola Day Centre
🕓 Twice weekly from 17:00 to 18:30
🗓️ Deadline for applications: Friday 12th June 2026

Apply now via email on [email protected]

If you need more information you can visit their website https://sapport.gov.mt/workshops/super-sibs/

Or call us on Aġenzija Sapport Helpline on Freephone Servizz.gov 153 (ext. 05).