World Day of the Poor

World Day of the Poor

Today, 19th November 2017,  is the first World Day of the Poor as declared by Pope Francis.
“Old is Gold” programme for the elderly in Albania

“Old is Gold” programme for the elderly in Albania

The elderly of Albania are increasingly isolated and lonely. To address the growing number of forgotten elderly people in society, the Albanian Relief Service has established a programme to assist those who are suffering, without the support of their families or the...
Healthcare and nutrition in Kenya

Healthcare and nutrition in Kenya

The Daasanach community live in the remote district of Illeret, Kenya, only accessible by rough tracks and 400km from the nearest tarmac road. The community have a traditional, semi-nomadic way of life, which relies heavily on their environment. Centuries of neglect...
Order of Malta’s Work with the Homeless

Order of Malta’s Work with the Homeless

This map shows just some of the many works being undertaken by our Order to support the homeless worldwide. This Christmas the Global Fund for Forgotten People will draw attention to the work that our Order does with those who are without shelter, food or...
The Forgotten Homeless

The Forgotten Homeless

This Christmas the Global Fund for Forgotten People will draw attention to the work that our Order does with those who are without shelter, food or family; the forgotten homeless. The Order of Malta runs many projects across the world and supports tens of thousands of...
Italian Relief Corps Rescuing Refugees and Migrants at Sea

Italian Relief Corps Rescuing Refugees and Migrants at Sea

Since 2012, the Global Fund for Forgotten People has awarded four grants to the Order of Malta’s Italian Relief Corps (CISOM) for their continued work with refugees and migrants. The Order is active around the island of Lampedusa, providing round the clock first aid...