During a press conference marking a €38 million financial commitment from the Government for the restoration of the Ta’ Saura National Empowerment Hub project, Prime Minister Robert Abela described this support as an important step towards bringing the project to life and making it operational. The project aims to nurture the creativity of many children and young people.The Prime Minister explained that this agreement is being implemented by the Government with the support of Komunità Malta, so that this historic building can be restored and the project can begin operating fully.He stressed that the agreement also reflects appreciation for the work of the Malta Trust Foundation, while sending a message of solidarity and commitment to support initiatives like this. He added that such partnerships between the State and civil society are the foundation for generating greater good within the community.Prime Minister Abela said that through Dar Saura, Malta will have a modern centre under one roof, in a beautiful setting, capable of welcoming up to 1,000 people at a time to receive services.He noted that beneficiaries will not only receive support but will also give back to society through the creativity and skills they develop. He added that children and young people who depend on others should be given the independence and dignity they deserve.He also referred to various social services and incentives offered by the State, including support for therapies paid for by parents to help children with disabilities progress further.“An incentive that we started in the form of a tax credit, then converted into a grant because we understood the need to strengthen support, and this year we have even increased it to €1,000 annually,” the Prime Minister noted while referring to government work in the disability sector.“What we are announcing today is a model already being used in other national initiatives, such as Puttinu Cares projects in Mosta and London, as well as in sport with the new Malta Premier stadium in Marsa,” the Prime Minister said. He added that this agreement shows Malta not only has a strong economy capable of investing in social causes, but also the moral and social values to support projects like this. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)Dr Abela also expressed appreciation to the Maltese Archdiocese, which was instrumental in transferring the property to the Foundation so that the project could be implemented and help individuals reach their full potential.“It is a great pleasure for me to see this Church property, Dar Saura, entrusted as a gift to the Malta Trust Foundation, continue to come to life through the joint commitment of civil society and the State. This is another oasis of inclusivity and healing that responds to the current needs of our people through positive synergy between the Church, civil society and the State,” said the Archbishop of Malta, Monsignor Charles J. SciclunaMinister for the Interior, Security and Employment Byron Camilleri said that when government and civil society work together, much good can be achieved. “A partnership like this brings together different experiences, values and skills. As Minister also responsible for citizenship, today I ensured that the Government will assist the Malta Trust Foundation in obtaining the necessary resources for the project to succeed. This project is shaped by people’s needs and will benefit hundreds, if not thousands, of children and families. Without a doubt, we will see it move from paper to reality and give new life to those who use it,” he said.Founder and Chairperson of the Malta Trust Foundation, President Emeritus Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, said that this agreement is not just about infrastructure, but about hope, dignity and a better future for hundreds of children and families in Malta. She added that through Ta’ Saura, they are building not just a space, but real opportunities that will make Malta a more inclusive and fair country.The project is being led by the Malta Trust Foundation, which has developed strong expertise over the years in social and educational support. The foundation is known for its programmes that use art, music and other creative methods as tools for integration, empowerment and personal expression for children and young people who often find themselves excluded from traditional systems.•