Lifelong learning courses applications will be open from Wednesday 12th July to Friday 4th August.
The information booklet will be distributed in your local council in the coming days.
Courses can be viewed online on www.lifelonglearning.gov.mt
One can apply through various channels:
one can apply online
one can apply at the Directorate's office in Floriana - guidance services will be offered to provide necessary information on level and type of courses - payment is accepted either as card payment or by cheque - opening hours are from 8:30am till 12:00pm
one can apply at the one stop shops in local communities found in;
i. Vittoriosa (Birgu): Leap Center for the Southeastern Region, St Edward Str Vittoriosa
ii. Qormi: Oratory Str, Qormi
iii. Paola: Paola Local Council, Gnein Pawlu Boffa, Triq il-Knisja, Paola
iv. Birkirkara: Birkirkara Social Security District Office, Civic Centre, Floor 1, Triq Tumas Fenech, Birkirkara
v. Qawra Social Security District Office, Leap Centre, Triq il-Frejgatina, Qawra
Payment in the one stop shops is accepted either by card or by cash.
4. one can apply through the local councils - payment can only be accepted by card, if the person only has cash available kindly direct them to the closest one stop shop in the local community.
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Showing posts with label Education - Courses in lifelong learning. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Education - Courses in lifelong learning. Show all posts
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Lifelong Learning Courses 2016/7
A wide range of courses for children and adults are being offered for upcoming academic year, including courses held with the collaboration of Sliema Local Council.
Applications are open from 12th July to 7th August.
The full list of courses is available here:
http://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/Home.aspx
Website is available in Maltese and English
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Educational initiatives in Sliema: A good year
Michael
Briguglio - Local Councillor
(This article appears in Tas-Sliema magazine, December 2015)
2015 was a good year in terms of
educational initiatives involving Sliema Local Council. The council has tried to reach out
to people from different backgrounds so as to increase social inclusion and
educational potential. On behalf of the Council I would like to thank all educators for their
work.
The storytelling initiative for kids
aged between 5 and 7 is now in its fourth year. The initiative is held on
Saturday mornings at the Margaret Mortimer Public Library, Blanche Huber
Street, and helps encourage children to discover the wonderful world of libraries.
For the second consecutive year, a
reading and writing course for kids was held in Summer. This course helps
primary school children improve their skills in English and Maltese. This
summer, 25 children participated in the course.
Beading, a consistently-popular course,
is once again being held during the current months. This year’s course started
in October and attracted 16 participants.
During the
year, Sliema Local Council also held a number of talks in philosophy, art,
health education, and heritage.
219 persons applied for the Sliema
Lifelong Learning Courses, which are organized by the Ministry of Education
with the collaboration of Sliema Local Council. Sliema council is proud that 11
courses are being held in this regard, namely:
- English as a
foreign language Level 2 – 25 applicants
- English – 12
applicants
- English as a
foreign language level 1 – 22 applicants
- English
conversation – 24 applicants
- French – 20
applicants
- Health Wellbeing
and successful Ageing – 16 applicants
- Lace Making
(open class) – 24 applicants
- Maltese as a
foreign language Level 1 – 24 applicants
- Maltese as a
foreign language Level 2 – 20 applicants
- Spanish level
1 – 20 applicants
- Spanish level
2 – 12 applicants
Sliema Council has also had very
positive feedback for fitness classes (yoga and pilates), which are held in
conjunction with SkolaSport.
Sliema Local Council also proposed some
other courses, which unfortunately did not attract a significant number of
applicants. We hope that such courses will attract more interest in the future.
The Local Council is currently looking
into new initiatives, and we welcome feedback from the public in this
regard. Indeed, when deciding on which
courses to offer, two main considerations include public demand as well as
success of previous courses.
We also look into the social and
educational priorities of our locality. In this regard, Sliema Council is
giving increased importance to the concepts of social inclusion and
integration, and we are looking into possibilities of more courses which
emphasize such concepts, particularly since Sliema is a locality characterised
by much diversity.
I therefore invite those interested to
send me any feedback or proposals regarding the possibility of new courses.
Feedback on courses currently
in place and queries related to education are also most welcome.
Best wishes
for the festive season.
mbrig@hotmail.com
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Summer in Sliema
As we head into Summer, the Sliema Local Council will be involved in various activities, events and initiatives.
The Sliema Arts Festival will take place between 17 and 19 July, and promises to provide an exciting mix of activities which will cater for different tastes and styles. One can read more about the Festival elsewhere in the Sliema magazine and in other local council promotional material.
During the summer months, much focus will be made on Sliema’s beaches. Daily requirements such as accessibility, cleanliness and safety are top priorities for the Local Council which works in collaboration with Government Departments and entities in this regard.
I appeal to everyone using Sliema’s beaches to keep them as clean as possible, and also not to park cars on the rocks or other no-parking areas. Unfortunately, litter such as dog droppings, cigarette buts and plastic bottles are ever-present, despite the daily clean-ups and enforcement from wardens
Accessibility is also a major priority in play areas and other facilities in Sliema. The upgrading of the children’s playing area at Independence Garden was recently awarded for its accessibility features. This was an encouraging achievement for the local council and inspires us to keep giving priority to accessibility in upcoming projects.
The Sliema Council is also highly concerned with the Chalet structure, which suffered damage during the Winter months. Discussions are on the way to see what can be done to ensure safety and devise alternatives to the decaying structure.
During summer, the Local Council will be providing lessons in reading and writing in Maltese and English for Primary school children. Besides, applications will for the highly popular courses in Lifelong Learning and Performative Arts will be available between July 15 and August 7 from this website: http://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/. A wide range of courses will be on offer for the upcoming academic year. Sliema’s public library at Blanche Huber Street will be open as usual and I invite residents to make use of its services, which include lending of books and internet.
On a final note, my roles in the Local Council have been confirmed by Mayor Anthony Chircop, for which I thank him. Hence, I have been confirmed as Chairperson for the committees for Education and for Accessibility and Disability; I am a member in the Finance, Tenders and EU Committees; and I also am a new member of the Committee for Public Gardens, Playing Fields and Promenade. My responsibilities for Coastal Environment and for Environmental pollution have been confirmed, too.
I invite those interested in contributing to these areas/committees to contact me at mbrig@hotmail.com
This article appears in Sliema Local Council magazine, Summer 2015
Click here for online view
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Lifelong Learning and Performing Arts Course Applications 2015/6
https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/Home.aspx
Website is available in Maltese and English
Monday, April 27, 2015
Friday, January 23, 2015
Yoga Classes at Sliema Local Council
Places are available for Yoga Classes at Sliema Local Council, as part of the Lifelong Learning Scheme.
Classes are held as follows at the hall, Sliema Primary School, Isouard Street.
Wednesday - 5:00pm-6:30pm
or
Wednesday - 6:30pm-8:00pm
To apply, please contact Sliema Local Council at your earliest convenience
sliema.lc@gov.mt
21337633
Classes are held as follows at the hall, Sliema Primary School, Isouard Street.
Wednesday - 5:00pm-6:30pm
or
Wednesday - 6:30pm-8:00pm
To apply, please contact Sliema Local Council at your earliest convenience
sliema.lc@gov.mt
21337633
Monday, December 22, 2014
Educational Courses by Sliema Local Council - A brief overview of 2014/5 scholastic year
As the new scholastic year is progressing, Sliema Local Council is once again providing a wide range of courses at different levels and for different age groups. As an inclusive council, we strongly believe that courses should be accessible to everyone, including foreign residents, who are most welcome to participate.
Storytelling sessions for kids aged 5-7 are being held for the third consecutive year in the Council Library in Blanche Huber Street. The sessions are held on Saturday mornings between 900 and 1000 and are proving to be popular with participants.
Kids up to 3 years old are now being offered a new scheme called ‘Read With Me – Aqra Mieghi’ , which involves stories and rhymes in English every Tuesday between 4pm and 5pm at Sliema Local Council, and stories and rhymes in Maltese every Thursday between 4pm and 5pm at Sliema Local Council. This initiative is being organized under the auspices of the Ministry for Education.
As regards the national lifelong learning scheme for adults, Sliema Local Council is hosting the following courses: Literacy – Maltese; Literacy – English; Literacy – Science; Literacy – Maths; English as a foreign language; Maltese as a foreign language; Spanish Language and Culture; Zumba; Yoga; Understanding Child Development; Lace Making and Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage. More information about this scheme may be obtained from https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
Sliema Local Council has also offered its popular course in beading, and will be once again organizing a course in basic computer skills for adults. More information can be obtained from the council.
In the coming weeks, the Committee for Education, which I chair, will be proposing a range of courses for the coming year, also taking into account the results obtained from courses offered in previous years. Sliema residents are most welcome to send any suggestions and feedback to mbrig@hotmail.com.
Note: This article features in Sliema Local Council magazine, December 2014
Storytelling sessions for kids aged 5-7 are being held for the third consecutive year in the Council Library in Blanche Huber Street. The sessions are held on Saturday mornings between 900 and 1000 and are proving to be popular with participants.
Kids up to 3 years old are now being offered a new scheme called ‘Read With Me – Aqra Mieghi’ , which involves stories and rhymes in English every Tuesday between 4pm and 5pm at Sliema Local Council, and stories and rhymes in Maltese every Thursday between 4pm and 5pm at Sliema Local Council. This initiative is being organized under the auspices of the Ministry for Education.
As regards the national lifelong learning scheme for adults, Sliema Local Council is hosting the following courses: Literacy – Maltese; Literacy – English; Literacy – Science; Literacy – Maths; English as a foreign language; Maltese as a foreign language; Spanish Language and Culture; Zumba; Yoga; Understanding Child Development; Lace Making and Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage. More information about this scheme may be obtained from https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
Sliema Local Council has also offered its popular course in beading, and will be once again organizing a course in basic computer skills for adults. More information can be obtained from the council.
In the coming weeks, the Committee for Education, which I chair, will be proposing a range of courses for the coming year, also taking into account the results obtained from courses offered in previous years. Sliema residents are most welcome to send any suggestions and feedback to mbrig@hotmail.com.
Note: This article features in Sliema Local Council magazine, December 2014
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Lifelong Learning Courses commencing next February
Applications for Lifelong Learning Courses commencing next February are available at this link:
https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
Deadline to apply: Friday 12 December.
https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
Deadline to apply: Friday 12 December.
Monday, August 18, 2014
Lifelong Learning Courses at Sliema Local Council 2014/5
In the next scholastic year, Sliema Local Council will once again be offering a number of courses within the very popular Lifelong Learning scheme offered by the Ministry of Education.
The applications will be open between 18th August and 6th September, applicants can either apply online or go to the Council premises at Depiro Street – Council can apply online for applicants through their bank card.
This year, Sliema Local Council will be offering the following courses in fully accessible premises:
Literacy – Maltese
Literacy – English
Literacy – Science
Literacy - Maths
English as a foreign language
Maltese as a foreign language
Spanish Language and Culture
Zumba
Yoga
Understanding Child Development
Lace Making
Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage.
One can apply through:
https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
The website, which is available in Maltese and English, also provides information on courses held at other localities.
Apart from the courses within the Lifelong Learning scheme, Sliema Local Council also intends to offer additional courses during the coming months.
The applications will be open between 18th August and 6th September, applicants can either apply online or go to the Council premises at Depiro Street – Council can apply online for applicants through their bank card.
This year, Sliema Local Council will be offering the following courses in fully accessible premises:
Literacy – Maltese
Literacy – English
Literacy – Science
Literacy - Maths
English as a foreign language
Maltese as a foreign language
Spanish Language and Culture
Zumba
Yoga
Understanding Child Development
Lace Making
Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage.
One can apply through:
https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
The website, which is available in Maltese and English, also provides information on courses held at other localities.
Apart from the courses within the Lifelong Learning scheme, Sliema Local Council also intends to offer additional courses during the coming months.
Saturday, July 12, 2014
Education and Accessibility
Michael Briguglio
Sliema Local Council magazine - Summer 2014
Education courses within Sliema Local Council are as popular as ever, and this inspires us to organize more courses.
Indeed, this Summer we will be organising language courses for primary school children – Maltese and foreign - as well as courses for adults in leading a healthy lifestyle through the food we eat.
In addition, Sliema will also benefit from Government initiatives namely a comprehensive summer school scheme (Skola Sajf), childcare facilities (Klabb 3-16), and a catch-up literacy programme for children benefitting from Complementary Education (Klabb Sajf)
In mid-August, Sliema will launch its proposals for Life Long Learning courses for the upcoming scholastic year, and applications will be accepted until 5th September. These courses are very popular, and Sliema is frequently cited as a success story due to the high participation rate of adult students. For the upcoming year, the Local Council has applied for a number of courses in Literacy (Maltese, English, Science; Maths); English and Maltese as foreign languages; Spanish Language and Culture; Zumba; Yoga; Understanding Child Development; Lace Making and Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage.
Following summer we also plan to hold other courses including the ever-popular beading course and computer skills course for adults. Story-telling for children at the Council library will also take place for the third successive year.
Accessibility is a major priority in all courses and schemes. More details on both courses can be obtained by contacting the local council, through the respective Gov.mt websites or through the local council’s facebook page and noticeboards. One can also ask Sliema Local Council to add one’s address in the council email list, so as to receive such information.
On another note, in the first weeks of summer, the Local Council will inaugurate the new children’s play area in Independence Garden, which is going to be a flagship of accessibility. In this regard, Sliema Local Council carried out consultation with professionals and with experts in disability issues representing the Breaking Limits NGO so as to ensure that the swings are truly accessible.
Accessibility is also being given priority with respect to beaches in Sliema. We acknowledge that more needs to be done, yet a hands-on proactive approach is being adopted by Local Council.
I invite residents to contact me with suggestions and feedback especially on issues under my responsibility, namely education, disability and maritime affairs.
mbrig@hotmail.com
Sliema Local Council magazine - Summer 2014
Education courses within Sliema Local Council are as popular as ever, and this inspires us to organize more courses.
Indeed, this Summer we will be organising language courses for primary school children – Maltese and foreign - as well as courses for adults in leading a healthy lifestyle through the food we eat.
In addition, Sliema will also benefit from Government initiatives namely a comprehensive summer school scheme (Skola Sajf), childcare facilities (Klabb 3-16), and a catch-up literacy programme for children benefitting from Complementary Education (Klabb Sajf)
In mid-August, Sliema will launch its proposals for Life Long Learning courses for the upcoming scholastic year, and applications will be accepted until 5th September. These courses are very popular, and Sliema is frequently cited as a success story due to the high participation rate of adult students. For the upcoming year, the Local Council has applied for a number of courses in Literacy (Maltese, English, Science; Maths); English and Maltese as foreign languages; Spanish Language and Culture; Zumba; Yoga; Understanding Child Development; Lace Making and Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage.
Following summer we also plan to hold other courses including the ever-popular beading course and computer skills course for adults. Story-telling for children at the Council library will also take place for the third successive year.
Accessibility is a major priority in all courses and schemes. More details on both courses can be obtained by contacting the local council, through the respective Gov.mt websites or through the local council’s facebook page and noticeboards. One can also ask Sliema Local Council to add one’s address in the council email list, so as to receive such information.
On another note, in the first weeks of summer, the Local Council will inaugurate the new children’s play area in Independence Garden, which is going to be a flagship of accessibility. In this regard, Sliema Local Council carried out consultation with professionals and with experts in disability issues representing the Breaking Limits NGO so as to ensure that the swings are truly accessible.
Accessibility is also being given priority with respect to beaches in Sliema. We acknowledge that more needs to be done, yet a hands-on proactive approach is being adopted by Local Council.
I invite residents to contact me with suggestions and feedback especially on issues under my responsibility, namely education, disability and maritime affairs.
mbrig@hotmail.com
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Education, Accessibility, Environment
Michael Briguglio - Sliema Local Council Magazine - December 2013
Education is a priority for Sliema Local Council. By education, we don’t simply mean the awarding of certificates, but we are increasingly referring to various life skills and abilities which can be learned in an inclusive atmosphere, where participants share a sense of belonging to their locality.
During 2013, Sliema Local Council was busy organizing various educational courses. These included computer courses for children and adults, first aid, drama, nutrition, breast cancer awareness, alongside others such as the popular courses within the Lifelong learning scheme, which varied from languages to physical activity, with alot of other courses in between. The Lifelong learning scheme in Sliema is the 2nd most popular in Malta, and courses are fully accessible for persons with physical disability.
Investment in the public library in Blanche Huber Street ensured internet and Wi-fi access in addition to an ever expanding collection of books. Story-telling sessions for children, on Saturdays between 9am and 10am, are now in their second year. The library is also fully accessible for persons with physical disability.
Indeed, the Local Council is giving priority to the need for universal access to public services and infrastructure. Works on pavements, gardens and beaches are examples in this regard. Other plans for the future include having more accessible swings and playing areas.
We are also one of the only five local councils to assign dog-friendly beaches. Part of the beach in Tigne’ near Fortina hotel has been assigned for this purpose, and by next summer we intend to have it better equipped.
Sliema Local Council has also been meeting the Bicycle Advocacy Group to increase awareness on the rights of pedestrians and bicycle users. We are doing our utmost to ensure safety for everyone, yet it is important to point out that we depend on approval from Transport Malta for certain initiatives which we are proposing.
As regards the environment, one main initiative by the local council was our official feedback to MEPA for the Local Plans public consultation process. Amongst others, Sliema Council expressed its opposition to more large-scale development similar to those at Tigne’ Point and Fort Cambridge; that the coast should be free from further development and should be fully accessible to the public; that permitted building heights should not increase, and should actually decrease in certain cases; that the area near the Police Station should be revived so as to function as a community centre with public services; that a park-and-ride scheme to Sliema be introduced at Manoel Island; that Tigne’ seafront should remain residential rather than be commercialized; that development in urban conservation areas should not simply preserve facades, but also important internal characteristics; that more buildings be scheduled; and that MEPA dedicates more funds to compensate for the impact on development in Sliema.
We expect MEPA to give the Local Council proposals the importance they deserve.
Education is a priority for Sliema Local Council. By education, we don’t simply mean the awarding of certificates, but we are increasingly referring to various life skills and abilities which can be learned in an inclusive atmosphere, where participants share a sense of belonging to their locality.
During 2013, Sliema Local Council was busy organizing various educational courses. These included computer courses for children and adults, first aid, drama, nutrition, breast cancer awareness, alongside others such as the popular courses within the Lifelong learning scheme, which varied from languages to physical activity, with alot of other courses in between. The Lifelong learning scheme in Sliema is the 2nd most popular in Malta, and courses are fully accessible for persons with physical disability.
Investment in the public library in Blanche Huber Street ensured internet and Wi-fi access in addition to an ever expanding collection of books. Story-telling sessions for children, on Saturdays between 9am and 10am, are now in their second year. The library is also fully accessible for persons with physical disability.
Indeed, the Local Council is giving priority to the need for universal access to public services and infrastructure. Works on pavements, gardens and beaches are examples in this regard. Other plans for the future include having more accessible swings and playing areas.
We are also one of the only five local councils to assign dog-friendly beaches. Part of the beach in Tigne’ near Fortina hotel has been assigned for this purpose, and by next summer we intend to have it better equipped.
Sliema Local Council has also been meeting the Bicycle Advocacy Group to increase awareness on the rights of pedestrians and bicycle users. We are doing our utmost to ensure safety for everyone, yet it is important to point out that we depend on approval from Transport Malta for certain initiatives which we are proposing.
As regards the environment, one main initiative by the local council was our official feedback to MEPA for the Local Plans public consultation process. Amongst others, Sliema Council expressed its opposition to more large-scale development similar to those at Tigne’ Point and Fort Cambridge; that the coast should be free from further development and should be fully accessible to the public; that permitted building heights should not increase, and should actually decrease in certain cases; that the area near the Police Station should be revived so as to function as a community centre with public services; that a park-and-ride scheme to Sliema be introduced at Manoel Island; that Tigne’ seafront should remain residential rather than be commercialized; that development in urban conservation areas should not simply preserve facades, but also important internal characteristics; that more buildings be scheduled; and that MEPA dedicates more funds to compensate for the impact on development in Sliema.
We expect MEPA to give the Local Council proposals the importance they deserve.
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Lifelong Learning Courses in Sliema 2013/4
Sliema Local Council will be participating in the Lifelong Learning scheme, in partnership with the Directorate for Lifelong Learning (Ministry for Education and Employment) for the coming year, 2013/4.
To date, Sliema Local Council is one of the two most popular local councils as regards lifelong learning courses.
From the coming year, all courses offered in Sliema will be fully accessible for persons with physical disability, and, as in previous years, will be fully accessible to non-Maltese residents, in line with the Local Council's drive for full accessibility and social inclusion.
Courses on offer at Sliema Local Council for the coming year, and their respective level, are:
Maltese as a Foreign Language (MQF Level 1)
English as a Foreign Language (MQF Level 1)
French (Level 2)
Spanish (MQF Level 1)
Health Wellbeing and Successful Ageing (MQF Level 1)
Understanding Children with Emotional and Behavioural Challenges (Certificate of Attendance)
Lace Making (VET level 1)
Drama for Personality Development (VPA level rating is in progress)
Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage (MQF level rating is in progress) - this course includes on-site outings.
Zumba Fitness (Certificate of Attendance)
Yoga (Certificate of Attendance)
Keep Fit (Certificate of Attendance)
General Science (Core competences basic level)
One may obtain a free hard copy of the prospectus (which also includes courses at other local councils and centres) from the Sliema Local Council offices. More details can be found by clicking on this link: https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/public/frmCoursesVenue.aspx?ven=43
One can apply online for the courses mentioned above between 19 August and 6 September through the following website:
http://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
One may also access facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/Lifelonglearningmalta
In the coming weeks Sliema Local Council will announce other new courses which will be held during winter 2013/4.
More information and assistance may be obtained from the Sliema Local Council
To date, Sliema Local Council is one of the two most popular local councils as regards lifelong learning courses.
From the coming year, all courses offered in Sliema will be fully accessible for persons with physical disability, and, as in previous years, will be fully accessible to non-Maltese residents, in line with the Local Council's drive for full accessibility and social inclusion.
Courses on offer at Sliema Local Council for the coming year, and their respective level, are:
Maltese as a Foreign Language (MQF Level 1)
English as a Foreign Language (MQF Level 1)
French (Level 2)
Spanish (MQF Level 1)
Health Wellbeing and Successful Ageing (MQF Level 1)
Understanding Children with Emotional and Behavioural Challenges (Certificate of Attendance)
Lace Making (VET level 1)
Drama for Personality Development (VPA level rating is in progress)
Maltese Cultural and Natural Heritage (MQF level rating is in progress) - this course includes on-site outings.
Zumba Fitness (Certificate of Attendance)
Yoga (Certificate of Attendance)
Keep Fit (Certificate of Attendance)
General Science (Core competences basic level)
One may obtain a free hard copy of the prospectus (which also includes courses at other local councils and centres) from the Sliema Local Council offices. More details can be found by clicking on this link: https://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/public/frmCoursesVenue.aspx?ven=43
One can apply online for the courses mentioned above between 19 August and 6 September through the following website:
http://lifelonglearning.gov.mt/
One may also access facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/Lifelonglearningmalta
In the coming weeks Sliema Local Council will announce other new courses which will be held during winter 2013/4.
More information and assistance may be obtained from the Sliema Local Council
Friday, June 21, 2013
Summer Courses for Children and Adults at Sliema Local Council
Nutrition (for adults)
Tuesdays from 9.00 till 10.00.
2nd July - 27th August
2nd July: Basics in nutrition
9th July; Reading food labels
23rd July: Steps to decrease your weight
30th July: Diet for a healthy heart
6th August: Controlling high blood pressure through diet
13th August: Diabetes, what can I eat?
20th August: Diet to decrease cholesterol
27th August: Managing
Irritable bowel symptoms
Fee 10 Euros for the whole course
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First Aid Course -also including First Aid for Child and Baby- (for adults) by St John’s Ambulance
9 sessions in all.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am – 1pm
Starting Thursday 11 July
Fee 10 Euros for the whole course
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Drama courses for kids (up to 13/14 years of age)
Fridays 9.30am-11am (5th July - 20th September)
Fee - 10 euros for the whole course
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iKids - Computer courses for children during Summer.
More details at http://ikids.com.mt/
Apply within Sliema Local Council or through http://ikids.com.mt/
Course is free
All courses held at Sliema Local Council
For more info, and to apply, please contact Sliema Local Council
sliema.lc@gov.mt
Note: Sliema Local Council will announce more courses, including those under the Lifelong Learning scheme, in the coming weeks
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Tuesdays from 9.00 till 10.00.
2nd July - 27th August
2nd July: Basics in nutrition
9th July; Reading food labels
23rd July: Steps to decrease your weight
30th July: Diet for a healthy heart
6th August: Controlling high blood pressure through diet
13th August: Diabetes, what can I eat?
20th August: Diet to decrease cholesterol
27th August: Managing
Irritable bowel symptoms
Fee 10 Euros for the whole course
--
First Aid Course -also including First Aid for Child and Baby- (for adults) by St John’s Ambulance
9 sessions in all.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am – 1pm
Starting Thursday 11 July
Fee 10 Euros for the whole course
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Drama courses for kids (up to 13/14 years of age)
Fridays 9.30am-11am (5th July - 20th September)
Fee - 10 euros for the whole course
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iKids - Computer courses for children during Summer.
More details at http://ikids.com.mt/
Apply within Sliema Local Council or through http://ikids.com.mt/
Course is free
All courses held at Sliema Local Council
For more info, and to apply, please contact Sliema Local Council
sliema.lc@gov.mt
Note: Sliema Local Council will announce more courses, including those under the Lifelong Learning scheme, in the coming weeks
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Thursday, May 30, 2013
Disability, Education and Maritime Affairs
Michael Briguglio
Sliema Local Council Magazine, Summer 2013
It is with pleasure that this is my fourth legislature as Sliema local councillor since 2003. It is also very satisfying to note that the previous council won a vote of confidence in March’s local elections. The positive and forward-looking attitude by councillors and staff surely played an important role in this regard.
My responsibilities for the 2013-17 legislature are issues related to disability, education and maritime affairs. I also form part of the Council’s committees on finance, public offers and EU affairs.
In this article I wish to point out some of my priorities in the respective fields.
As regards disability, it is important to note that there are various forms of disability. Despite the increased awareness on the rights of persons with disability, ignorance still persists on this issue. For example, people with disability should not be seen as one homogenous group. There are various degrees and types of disability, from the physical to the intellectual and such identities intersect with other identities that each individual has such as gender, class, sexuality, age, and ethnicity. If one translates this to social policy, one would realize that, while all persons with disability should have their rights guaranteed, one cannot adopt one-size-fits-all policies. Persons with disability should have full access to the political, social, economic and cultural spheres of everyday life. Otherwise, it would be society which is disabling people.
One important priority regarding disability is to ensure that Sliema is a fully accessible locality. The current council is working on safer pedestrian pathways, more accessible pavements and public buildings and more accessible beaches. We also intend to ensure that all public spaces, including playing fields, are fully accessible.
As regards education, the Sliema Local Council will shortly launch the Lifelong Learning scheme for 2013-4. As was the case with previous years, the scheme was very successful last year. Next year we aim to further diversify courses on offer, where we also aim to include courses related to wellbeing, social and cultural issues and healthy living, in addition to language courses.
Following various upgrades at the Sliema Library, which is situated in the Primary School building, this year we aim to keep giving this service the importance it deserves. The library is constantly purchasing new books and also offers services such as storytelling for children, internet access and WI-FI.
As regards Maritime Affairs, one main priority is to ensure that beaches are well-organized, accessible and clean. It is for this reason that apart from the public cleaning services, Sliema Local Council works with NGOs and civic-minded persons for beach and underwater clean-ups. As regards the latter, much more awareness has to be created. This is important not only for the maritime ecology, but also for our diving industry, which is an important touristic niche. Sliema Local Council is also ensuring that beaches are not glorified carparks.
Another initiative in which I am involved with other fellow councillors is the drive to make Sliema the most bicycle-friendly locality. Last year we increased bicycle racks, but now is the time to introduce policies to make sure that this green form of transport is enhanced. Bikers’ and pedestrians’ safety is a key priority in this respect. For this reason, Sliema Local Council is regularly meeting persons involved in the field, including members of the Bicycle Advocacy Group.
I wish to emphasize that in various matters, Sliema Local Council depends on approval and/or assistance from Governmental Ministries/Departments/Authorities. In relation to local council reform, this is is a matter that in itself deserves due attention and discussion.
I invite all those who wish to give a helping hand or to send me suggestions regarding the areas I referred to above by emailing me at mbrig@hotmail.com.
Online version of Sliema Local Council Magazine - click here
Sliema Local Council Magazine, Summer 2013
It is with pleasure that this is my fourth legislature as Sliema local councillor since 2003. It is also very satisfying to note that the previous council won a vote of confidence in March’s local elections. The positive and forward-looking attitude by councillors and staff surely played an important role in this regard.
My responsibilities for the 2013-17 legislature are issues related to disability, education and maritime affairs. I also form part of the Council’s committees on finance, public offers and EU affairs.
In this article I wish to point out some of my priorities in the respective fields.
As regards disability, it is important to note that there are various forms of disability. Despite the increased awareness on the rights of persons with disability, ignorance still persists on this issue. For example, people with disability should not be seen as one homogenous group. There are various degrees and types of disability, from the physical to the intellectual and such identities intersect with other identities that each individual has such as gender, class, sexuality, age, and ethnicity. If one translates this to social policy, one would realize that, while all persons with disability should have their rights guaranteed, one cannot adopt one-size-fits-all policies. Persons with disability should have full access to the political, social, economic and cultural spheres of everyday life. Otherwise, it would be society which is disabling people.
One important priority regarding disability is to ensure that Sliema is a fully accessible locality. The current council is working on safer pedestrian pathways, more accessible pavements and public buildings and more accessible beaches. We also intend to ensure that all public spaces, including playing fields, are fully accessible.
As regards education, the Sliema Local Council will shortly launch the Lifelong Learning scheme for 2013-4. As was the case with previous years, the scheme was very successful last year. Next year we aim to further diversify courses on offer, where we also aim to include courses related to wellbeing, social and cultural issues and healthy living, in addition to language courses.
Following various upgrades at the Sliema Library, which is situated in the Primary School building, this year we aim to keep giving this service the importance it deserves. The library is constantly purchasing new books and also offers services such as storytelling for children, internet access and WI-FI.
As regards Maritime Affairs, one main priority is to ensure that beaches are well-organized, accessible and clean. It is for this reason that apart from the public cleaning services, Sliema Local Council works with NGOs and civic-minded persons for beach and underwater clean-ups. As regards the latter, much more awareness has to be created. This is important not only for the maritime ecology, but also for our diving industry, which is an important touristic niche. Sliema Local Council is also ensuring that beaches are not glorified carparks.
Another initiative in which I am involved with other fellow councillors is the drive to make Sliema the most bicycle-friendly locality. Last year we increased bicycle racks, but now is the time to introduce policies to make sure that this green form of transport is enhanced. Bikers’ and pedestrians’ safety is a key priority in this respect. For this reason, Sliema Local Council is regularly meeting persons involved in the field, including members of the Bicycle Advocacy Group.
I wish to emphasize that in various matters, Sliema Local Council depends on approval and/or assistance from Governmental Ministries/Departments/Authorities. In relation to local council reform, this is is a matter that in itself deserves due attention and discussion.
I invite all those who wish to give a helping hand or to send me suggestions regarding the areas I referred to above by emailing me at mbrig@hotmail.com.
Online version of Sliema Local Council Magazine - click here
Friday, December 14, 2012
Beaches and Education (2)
Michael Briguglio
(This article appeared in the Sliema Local Council magazine, December 2012)
In the last edition of the Sliema Local Council magazine, I highlighted some of the work done by Sliema Local Council in areas under my responsibility as local councillor, namely maritime affairs and education respectively. In particular, as regards maritime affairs, I referred to issues such as beach cleaning, accessibility in beaches, bicycle racks, swimmers’ zones, enforcement against littering, and the proposed upgrading of the Taormina area.
As regards education, I referred to initiatives such the lifelong learning programme and storytelling for children at the Sliema public library.
In this article, I would like to discuss some recent developments in these two areas.
As regards maritime affairs, the Sliema Local Council approved the proposal of a bye-law to regulate Bar-b-ques. This was discussed in the maritime subcommittee which I chair, and I also invited residents to send me proposals.
In short, Sliema council is proposing that even though no prior authorization would be required from the council to authorize BBQs, due its unpractical nature, those organizing such events would be held responsible for their activities.
We are proposing the application of existing legislation regarding littering; that no loud music or excessive noise pollution would be allowed; that no cars would be allowed on the rocks/beaches; that no open fires would be permitted on rocks/beaches and that BBQs are to be held on BBQ equipment. If these proposals would be approved by the respective authorities, the bye-law would be in place Green wardens would then have better facility to enforce accordingly. Thus a balance between peoples’ recreational activities and responsible behaviour on public land would be reached.
As regards education, with pleasure I announce that the lifelong learning courses in German, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Italian, French, Maltese, English, Lace Making and Energy Saving are proving to be succesful, with high attendance. This only ecourages
Sliema Local Council to keep investing in education.
I am also proud to announce that the Sliema library hosted library day on 5th December, is being made more accessible through investment in a wi-fi system. The library area is also being given greater attention, for example through better signage. Story telling sessions for children are being held every Saturday morning from 9am to 10am and a variety books are being purchased, including for persons with special needs. The library has also benefitted from kind donations.
I encourage all those who would like to propose improvments with regard to maritime affairs and education to contact me. In the meantime I wish a merry Christmas and happy new year to all Sliema residents.
mbrig@hotmail.com
(This article appeared in the Sliema Local Council magazine, December 2012)
In the last edition of the Sliema Local Council magazine, I highlighted some of the work done by Sliema Local Council in areas under my responsibility as local councillor, namely maritime affairs and education respectively. In particular, as regards maritime affairs, I referred to issues such as beach cleaning, accessibility in beaches, bicycle racks, swimmers’ zones, enforcement against littering, and the proposed upgrading of the Taormina area.
As regards education, I referred to initiatives such the lifelong learning programme and storytelling for children at the Sliema public library.
In this article, I would like to discuss some recent developments in these two areas.
As regards maritime affairs, the Sliema Local Council approved the proposal of a bye-law to regulate Bar-b-ques. This was discussed in the maritime subcommittee which I chair, and I also invited residents to send me proposals.
In short, Sliema council is proposing that even though no prior authorization would be required from the council to authorize BBQs, due its unpractical nature, those organizing such events would be held responsible for their activities.
We are proposing the application of existing legislation regarding littering; that no loud music or excessive noise pollution would be allowed; that no cars would be allowed on the rocks/beaches; that no open fires would be permitted on rocks/beaches and that BBQs are to be held on BBQ equipment. If these proposals would be approved by the respective authorities, the bye-law would be in place Green wardens would then have better facility to enforce accordingly. Thus a balance between peoples’ recreational activities and responsible behaviour on public land would be reached.
As regards education, with pleasure I announce that the lifelong learning courses in German, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Italian, French, Maltese, English, Lace Making and Energy Saving are proving to be succesful, with high attendance. This only ecourages
Sliema Local Council to keep investing in education.
I am also proud to announce that the Sliema library hosted library day on 5th December, is being made more accessible through investment in a wi-fi system. The library area is also being given greater attention, for example through better signage. Story telling sessions for children are being held every Saturday morning from 9am to 10am and a variety books are being purchased, including for persons with special needs. The library has also benefitted from kind donations.
I encourage all those who would like to propose improvments with regard to maritime affairs and education to contact me. In the meantime I wish a merry Christmas and happy new year to all Sliema residents.
mbrig@hotmail.com
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Beaches and Education
Michael Briguglio
From Sliema Local Council magazine - Autumn 2012
http://issuu.com/pierreport/docs/sliema_autumn_2012
In this article I would like to highlight some of the work done by Sliema Local Council in areas under my responsibility as local councilor, namely maritime affairs and education respectively.
One of the main challenges faced by the Sliema local council this year was beach cleaning. For this purpose, and for other matters related to beaches, a subcommittee chaired by myself was formed. We highlighted main challenges to the Cleansing Department and to the Malta Tourism Authority, and various improvements were made, such as placing of practical bins and increased cleaning efforts. However, various challenges remain. We should avoid having our beaches littered with dog pooh, plastic bottles, cigarette butts and other waste!
Suffice to say that a civic-minded NGO, 'That's Rubbish', carried out two beach clean-ups from Fortizza to the area past Surfside lido, in collaboration with Sliema Local Council – and a total of 65 Kg of cigarette butts and other waste were collected in one instance and 40kg in the other.
Another challenge relates to accessibility in beaches. In this regard, I am pleased to report that following the local council’s collaboration with Malta Tourism Authority, various ramps and ladders have helped increase accessibility in our beaches. The increase in swimmers’ zones also helped increase safety. I am pleased to announce that Sliema Local Council has applied with Transport Malta for two new swimmers’ zones next year, namely another one at Exiles (under the Taormina area, to the left of the pier) and one at Qui-si-sana.
Sliema Local Council is also considering introducing a bye-law to regulate Bar-B-Ques, in order that people may recreate themselves responsibly, thus ensuring that beaches are left clean. I invite those interested in sending suggestions in this regard to email me with your feedback.
In order to promote green mobility in Sliema, we have also installed four new bicycle racks along the Sliema promenade, from Exiles to Ghar id-Dud, and near the pedestrianized Bisazza Street. This will make life easier for cyclists, and will hopefully help contribute to the greening of Sliema.
Enforcement by wardens has also been increased at Sliema’s beaches, particularly with regards to cars parked on the rocks under it-Torri and to those who litter our beaches with dog pooh. Such enforcement will remain in place until such problems are done away with.
Sliema Local Council has also approved plans for better management of parking, berthing of boats and swimming in the area under Taormina. Following consultation with fishermen, garage owners and others, the Beaches and Transport subcommittees proposed a plan which was approved by the Local Council and which will hopefully increase safety and accessibility in the area. It was very difficult to please everyone to the full, but the approved plans take into consideration the different interests and needs of the area.
An exciting project supported by Sliema Local Council is the Putting Colour Into the Streets Project by the ‘Troglodyte’ artists, which in the case of Sliema includes the painting of murals at Qui-si-sana beach. This is surely a breath of fresh air when compared to the drab grey cement walls which were previously in place!
As regards education, one of the successes of the local council was its lifelong learning programme, in collaboration with the Lifelong Learning Directorate and the Department for Local Government. Various courses were held, and participation was very good. Another series of courses will take place between October and May. The areas under consideration, depending on demand from prospective applicants, including the following: Litterizmu fil-Malti; English Literacy; Maths/Numeracy; Maltese as a foreign language; English as a foreign language; French; German; Spanish; Italian; Russian; Arabic; Lace-making and Energy-saving initiatives at home.
The Sliema Local Council is also actively supporting its library, and a new service was introduced, namely story telling for children, which is carried out by librarian Ms Therese Attard Previ. These sessions are held on Saturday mornings between 9am and 10am. Even though turnout in the Summer months was rather low, one expects a higher turnout in the coming months. Those interested in registering their children for this educational opportunity are kindly requested to contact me with their details.
Last but not least, I welcome feedback on matters related to Sliema in general and maritime affairs and education in particular.
mbrig@hotmail.com
From Sliema Local Council magazine - Autumn 2012
http://issuu.com/pierreport/docs/sliema_autumn_2012
In this article I would like to highlight some of the work done by Sliema Local Council in areas under my responsibility as local councilor, namely maritime affairs and education respectively.
One of the main challenges faced by the Sliema local council this year was beach cleaning. For this purpose, and for other matters related to beaches, a subcommittee chaired by myself was formed. We highlighted main challenges to the Cleansing Department and to the Malta Tourism Authority, and various improvements were made, such as placing of practical bins and increased cleaning efforts. However, various challenges remain. We should avoid having our beaches littered with dog pooh, plastic bottles, cigarette butts and other waste!
Suffice to say that a civic-minded NGO, 'That's Rubbish', carried out two beach clean-ups from Fortizza to the area past Surfside lido, in collaboration with Sliema Local Council – and a total of 65 Kg of cigarette butts and other waste were collected in one instance and 40kg in the other.
Another challenge relates to accessibility in beaches. In this regard, I am pleased to report that following the local council’s collaboration with Malta Tourism Authority, various ramps and ladders have helped increase accessibility in our beaches. The increase in swimmers’ zones also helped increase safety. I am pleased to announce that Sliema Local Council has applied with Transport Malta for two new swimmers’ zones next year, namely another one at Exiles (under the Taormina area, to the left of the pier) and one at Qui-si-sana.
Sliema Local Council is also considering introducing a bye-law to regulate Bar-B-Ques, in order that people may recreate themselves responsibly, thus ensuring that beaches are left clean. I invite those interested in sending suggestions in this regard to email me with your feedback.
In order to promote green mobility in Sliema, we have also installed four new bicycle racks along the Sliema promenade, from Exiles to Ghar id-Dud, and near the pedestrianized Bisazza Street. This will make life easier for cyclists, and will hopefully help contribute to the greening of Sliema.
Enforcement by wardens has also been increased at Sliema’s beaches, particularly with regards to cars parked on the rocks under it-Torri and to those who litter our beaches with dog pooh. Such enforcement will remain in place until such problems are done away with.
Sliema Local Council has also approved plans for better management of parking, berthing of boats and swimming in the area under Taormina. Following consultation with fishermen, garage owners and others, the Beaches and Transport subcommittees proposed a plan which was approved by the Local Council and which will hopefully increase safety and accessibility in the area. It was very difficult to please everyone to the full, but the approved plans take into consideration the different interests and needs of the area.
An exciting project supported by Sliema Local Council is the Putting Colour Into the Streets Project by the ‘Troglodyte’ artists, which in the case of Sliema includes the painting of murals at Qui-si-sana beach. This is surely a breath of fresh air when compared to the drab grey cement walls which were previously in place!
As regards education, one of the successes of the local council was its lifelong learning programme, in collaboration with the Lifelong Learning Directorate and the Department for Local Government. Various courses were held, and participation was very good. Another series of courses will take place between October and May. The areas under consideration, depending on demand from prospective applicants, including the following: Litterizmu fil-Malti; English Literacy; Maths/Numeracy; Maltese as a foreign language; English as a foreign language; French; German; Spanish; Italian; Russian; Arabic; Lace-making and Energy-saving initiatives at home.
The Sliema Local Council is also actively supporting its library, and a new service was introduced, namely story telling for children, which is carried out by librarian Ms Therese Attard Previ. These sessions are held on Saturday mornings between 9am and 10am. Even though turnout in the Summer months was rather low, one expects a higher turnout in the coming months. Those interested in registering their children for this educational opportunity are kindly requested to contact me with their details.
Last but not least, I welcome feedback on matters related to Sliema in general and maritime affairs and education in particular.
mbrig@hotmail.com
Monday, July 30, 2012
Courses in Lifelong Learning - Applications open
As announced earlier, Sliema Local Council in collaboration with the Lifelong Learning Directorate and the Department for Local Government, will be organising a series of courses in various areas between October 2012 and May 2013, including the following:
Litterizmu fil-Malti
English Literacy
Maths/Numeracy
Maltese as a foreign language
English as a foreign language
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Russian
Arabic
Lace-making
Energy-saving initiatives at home
Those interested can apply online or at the Sliema Local Council between 13 and 31 August - Online applications: http://www.eveningcourses.gov.mt
Those interested in further details are to email me at mbrig@hotmail.com.
Saturday, July 7, 2012
Courses in Lifelong learning
Once again, Sliema Local Council in collaboration with the Lifelong Learning Directorate and the Department for Local Government, will be organising a series of courses in various areas between October 2012 and May 2013, including the following:
Litterizmu fil-Malti
English Literacy
Maths/Numeracy
Maltese as a foreign language
English as a foreign language
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Russian
Arabic
Lace-making
Energy-saving initiatives at home
Those interested in further details are to email me at mbrig@hotmail.com.
Litterizmu fil-Malti
English Literacy
Maths/Numeracy
Maltese as a foreign language
English as a foreign language
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Russian
Arabic
Lace-making
Energy-saving initiatives at home
Those interested in further details are to email me at mbrig@hotmail.com.
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