What is Act On?
Act On is a programme which uses drama to engage young people to find joy in self-expression and self-image, gain confidence, reduce stress and acquire team-building skills.
Young people who like drama and are between 12 to 15 years of age.
I will learn to:
- Boost my self-esteem;
- Become more confident;
- Work in a team;
- Become aware of my non-verbal gestures and body language;
- Practice different tonalities and pitches.
What is Find the Superhero in You?
The Find the Superhero in You program is an exciting non-formal education programme for young people aged 12 to 15. It helps them discover their own powerful values and beliefs to unleash the superhero in them.
The programme is for young people between 12 to 15 years of age.
Young people in this program will:
- Develop a sense of initiative,
- Strengthen their leadership skills,
- Build resilience,
- Work within a team,
- Enhance their confidence,
- Understand the importance of identity.
What is Democracy Camp?
The non-formal education programme Democracy Camp is a two-day educational programme designed to equip young people aged 13-16 with the knowledge and skills needed to become active citizens in a democratic society. Our sessions aim to promote inclusion, equity, diversity, and human rights through the democratic ideal. This programme will encourage participants to dialogue, exchange ideas and stand up for something that matters to them.
The programme is for young people between 13 to 16 years of age.
Young people in this program will:
- Develop knowledge related to democracy and civic engagement.
- Improve communication, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
- Gain an appreciation for diversity and the benefits it brings to society.
- Build confidence to advocate for one’s beliefs and act on issues one cares about.
- Understand the importance of voting and its role in advocacy and democracy.
- Become active, responsible citizens who value democracy in daily life.
What is Plan It?
Plan it is a one-week non-formal educational programme with a focus on safeguarding the planet.
Young people between 13 to 16 years of age.
Young people in this program will:
- Young people in this program will:
- Increase their familiarity with sustainable living practices and environmental issues.
- Improve their appreciation for the planet’s natural resources and the need to protect them.
- Enhance their connection to nature and the outdoors.
- Develop practical skills that contribute to sustainable living.
- Understand the importance of community involvement and activism.
What is Hashtags and Headlines?
Hashtags and Headlines is specifically designed for young people to develop various skills and techniques to create engaging and impactful online content.
Young people between 13 to 16 years of age.
Young people in this program will:
- Improve their self-expression and communication skills
- Increase their creativity and ability to think outside the box
- Develop time management and organisational skills
- Boost their confidence in showcasing talents and abilities
- Experience peer-to-peer learning and collaboration
- Enhance their ability to filter and assess information
- Extend their media literacy awareness
- Create engaging content
What is Stage On?
Stage On is a program aimed to allow young people to develop a sketch related to realities and issues young people face. Through drama exercises, young people will have the opportunity to express their views.
Young people between 12 to 15 years of age.
Young people in this program will:
- Improve their communication skills.
- Increase their confidence.
- Enhance critical thinking abilities.
- Understand the power of non-verbal communication.
- Develop their teamwork skills.
- Strengthen their perseverance and determination
What is Moneywise?
Youth is a transitional period through which young people negotiate their independence. As part of this negotiation young people start striving for financial freedom. It is a time when pocket money and summer jobs start gaining currency.
Moneywise offers the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes in money matters and acts as a foundation for young people to build strong money habits at an early age and avoid developing habits which could lead to lifelong struggles.
It aims to help young people increase their financial literacy through knowing how to manage their earnings and learning how to save and borrow money responsibly; it also explores the importance of prioritising your savings. The activities in this program also cover the beating of financial setbacks, the understanding of how to plan for a good pension and other issues.
Young people between 13 to 16 years of age.
I will learn to:
- choose which products best meet their needs
- budget effectively, throughout various stages of your life
- borrow sensibly and manage debts effectively
- understand debt traps which can help you avoid debt cycles
- plan to make your goals financially achievable
- understand and practice the basics of safe use of the Internet
What is Take Action through Photos?
Millions of photos are posted daily on different social media platforms. These photos capture a moment in time and communicate an action or a situation for viewers to react.
Take Action through Photos aims to engage young people on how to advocate a message on different matters through visual media.
Young people who like photography and are between 12 to 15 years of age.
I will learn to:
- Explore photography as a creative and exciting medium to raise awareness of certain issues
- Interpret, identify and use visual techniques to take action
- Express myself creatively
- Understand that I can become advocate for a good cause
What is Sound On?
Sound On is a hands-on radio project designed for young people who want to explore and venture in radio broadcasting.
Sound On is for young people who are between 12 to 15 years of age.
I will learn to:
- Enhance my public speaking skills
- Research and plan topics and music for a radio programme
- Set-up the radio equipment
- Record and edit the radio programme
What is Fine Online?
The Fine Online programme is designed to present information and generate discussion and reflection to enable young people manage their digital health and well being more effectively – the first aid of digital well-being.
Fine Online is open for young people between 10 to 13 years of age.
I will learn to:
- Become aware about the importance and scope of digital wellness.
- Acquire strategies to enable virtual well-being
- Be able to self-manage a healthy online/offline balance.
What is Award in Youth Leadership?
Aġenzija Żgħażagħ provides many different opportunities for youth to develop life skills including leadership skills. These include participation in its empowerment programmes, volunteering, planning an event, speaking in front of groups or networking with youth organisations. Providing training for young people who serve in these leadership positions is essential so that young people feel confident in fulfilling the challenges required of them. Once they have achieved a measure of success, young people will continue to strive for more demanding and difficult roles.
Award in Youth Leadership is for young people (13+) involved in youth organisations/ groups/secondary or post-secondary schools.
I will learn the following:
- Module 1: Introduction to Leadership
- Module 2: Communicating Effectively
- Module 3: Strategic Planning
- Module 4: Civic Responsibilities and Active Leadership
What is InTune with Myself?
In Tune is a programme that will precisely focus on identifying and expanding young people’s emotional vocabulary and dealing with stressful situations effectively. Furthermore, the programme promotes empathy, an attitude that fosters understanding and cooperation.
In Tune is a two-tier programme for young people between 10 years to 13 years of age
I will learn to:
- Expand my emotional vocabulary;
- Get in touch with my feelings from a personal perspective;
- Discuss how relationships play an essential role in emotional literacy;
- Understand the connection between emotional literacy and mental and physical health;
- Outline several actions on who to deal with emotional challenges;
- Equip myself with the necessary skills and tips to overcome related challenges.
What is Youth Workout?
Youth Workout is a programme for young people enrolled in sports organisations that is intended to strengthen and complement their physical training routine. It is aimed at retaining the young people’s participation in sport and their overall wellbeing.
Young people aged 13 – 19 actively enrolled in a sports organisation.
Sports Organisations
Will be able to offer the young people an additional programme that specifically focuses on young people’s social and mental wellbeing, through sustained participation in sport.
Young People
This programme targets Goal Setting, Time Management and Team Dynamics. Using goal setting young people will measure their personal improvements through identifying, planning and working on their goals. Time management is key in maintaining a healthy balance between sports, education and/or employment and personal relationships. Team dynamics will enhance team development and success.
Register your interest to participate in this programme by sending an email to agenzija.zghazagh@gov.mt