The Order of Malta’s Response to the Italian Earthquake

The Order of Malta’s Response to the Italian Earthquake

After an earthquake measuring 6.2 magnitude on the Richter scale struck central Italy on Wednesday the Italian Relief Corps of the Order of Malta (CISOM) was among the first to respond, mobilising search dog units and health care teams for medevac and first aid. The...
Spotlight on the Refugees: Germany

Spotlight on the Refugees: Germany

The first facilities for migrants and refugees in Germany were established more than 25 years ago. Today the Order of Malta in Germany is responsible for 140 facilities on behalf of the federal counties and municipalities with space for more than 44,000 refugees. A...
Spotlight on the Refugee crisis – Malteser International: Africa

Spotlight on the Refugee crisis – Malteser International: Africa

In DR Congo at the beginning of May 2016, Malteser International began a project to improve health and hygiene services for 21,000 refugees and vulnerable locals by delivering medication, financing the purchase of medical equipment, training medical staff, and...
9th August: International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

9th August: International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

Today is the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. Unfortunately many of the world indigenous communities have become marginalized. The Global Fund for Forgotten People supports projects which provide aid and medical assistance to marginalized...
Spotlight on the Refugee crisis – Austria: integrating migrants

Spotlight on the Refugee crisis – Austria: integrating migrants

Across the country from Vienna to Linz, from Salzburg to Innsbruck many projects are run by the Order of Malta to facilitate the integration into the local communities of migrants and refugees. Welcome services and medical assistance are provided at the Vienna...