Building an Inclusive Future Through Music

Mikiel Anton Vassalli College (MAVC), through the Malta School of Music, has formally renewed its collaboration agreement with the Malta Trust Foundation, reaffirming a shared commitment towards inclusive arts education and equal access to musical opportunities for all learners.

The agreement strengthens the long-standing partnership between the two institutions in promoting initiatives that support children and young people, particularly those facing social, educational or physical challenges, enabling them to participate actively in musical and creative experiences. Through this collaboration, both institutions continue to promote the values of inclusion, participation, accessibility and empowerment, ensuring that every learner is given the opportunity to develop their potential through music.

The signing ceremony was attended by the Hon. Clifton Grima, Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation, the Head of Mikiel Anton Vassalli College Victor Galea, and H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, Founder and Chairperson of the Malta Trust Foundation, who each addressed those present and highlighted the importance of partnerships that place inclusion and wellbeing at the heart of education.

H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca stated:
“Inclusion is not an act of charity but a matter of justice and dignity. Together we are building a society where diversity is recognised as a source of strength and where no one is left behind.”

“Through this renewed agreement, MAVC Malta School of Music will continue collaborating with the Malta Trust Foundation’s Centre for Music and the Arts at Villabianca to provide supportive and accessible learning opportunities for students, including those with different individual abilities or other challenges. The partnership also promotes joint workshops, ensemble activities and performances that foster creativity, collaboration and social inclusion” told the Head of MAV College.

The Minister concluded this event by applauding the continued collaboration between Mikiel Anton Vassalli College and the Malta Trust Foundation, noting that “such partnerships play an important role in ensuring that education remains accessible and inclusive”. The Minister emphasised that initiatives which combine artistic development with social inclusion contribute significantly to the holistic growth and wellbeing of young learners.

This agreement further provides opportunities for professional development for educators and structured support for learners, strengthening an educational environment where diversity is valued and artistic expression becomes a pathway towards personal growth and confidence.

This renewed collaboration reflects Mikiel Anton Vassalli College’s continued commitment to ensuring that music education remains inclusive, accessible and meaningful for all members of the community.