Rotary La Valette’s Enduring Mission in Tamil Nadu: Compassion, Collaboration, and Change
Despite torrential monsoon rains, this year’s Rotary La Valette humanitarian visit to Tamil Nadu, India, by Dr Edward Fenech, reaffirmed the power of service and partnership. Working alongside local sisters, NGOs, and Rotary Madras, the team continues to uplift vulnerable children, support education, and empower communities through sustainable initiatives now entering their ninth successful year. This is the account of his experience there.
Rotary Club La Valette Champions Arts and Culture with Visit to the Storm Petrel Foundation
Rotary Club La Valette visited the Storm Petrel Foundation in Attard, where Ms Bernie Mizzi and her team shared insights into its mission to promote contemporary art and cultural dialogue. The visit highlighted Rotary’s dedication to supporting Malta’s creative community and fostering partnerships that enrich society through arts and education.
Rotary Club La Valette Supports Ukrainian Refugees in Malta
Rotary Club La Valette, in collaboration with volunteer Marina Ciarlo’, provided essential food and hygiene supplies to the Ukrainian Refugee Centre in Ta’ Xbiex. This initiative supports over 8,800 displaced Ukrainians in Malta under the EU’s Temporary Protection Directive, reinforcing Rotary’s humanitarian commitment to dignity, solidarity, and practical aid.
St Jeanne Antide Foundation’s Back-to-School Campaign-2025
Rotary La Valette has donated stationery and pencil cases to the St Jeanne Antide Foundation’s Back-to-School Campaign, helping children from vulnerable families start the school year with confidence. This annual initiative reflects the Club’s ongoing commitment to education, equity, and community support in partnership with one of Malta’s leading social service NGOs
Restoration of a Historic Manuscript
Rotary Club La Valette is sponsoring the restoration of Santo Uffizio Cartolario (1793–1797), a manuscript documenting the Maltese Inquisition. This initiative ensures its preservation through expert restoration, safeguarding a vital piece of Malta’s history for future generations. The project reinforces Rotary’s commitment to cultural heritage and scholarly research.