About Us
Għaqda Festa Esterna Madonna Ta’ Lourdes San Ġwann is a community-based non-profit organization established to preserve, celebrate, and promote the cultural, historical, and social traditions surrounding the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes in San Ġwann, Malta. Built upon the dedication of passionate volunteers and community members, our organization serves as a platform where heritage, faith, culture, education, and social responsibility come together for the benefit of the entire community.
For many years, our members have worked tirelessly to organize traditional celebrations, artistic decorations, cultural exhibitions, musical performances, educational programs, volunteer initiatives, and charitable activities that enrich local life and strengthen community bonds. We believe that cultural heritage is a living legacy that should be protected, celebrated, and shared with future generations.
Our organization welcomes individuals of all ages who wish to contribute their skills, creativity, and passion to meaningful community projects. Through collaboration with local institutions, volunteers, artists, educators, businesses, and residents, we create opportunities that encourage civic participation, cultural appreciation, and lifelong community involvement.
Beyond organizing annual feast celebrations, we strive to make a lasting positive impact throughout the year by supporting educational initiatives, youth development, environmental awareness campaigns, charitable outreach, cultural preservation projects, and public events that unite people from diverse backgrounds.
Integrity, transparency, inclusion, volunteerism, and respect remain the foundation of everything we do. Every project reflects our commitment to strengthening social cohesion while preserving the traditions that define the identity of San Ġwann and the wider Maltese community.
As we continue to grow, we remain committed to embracing innovation while respecting tradition, ensuring that our cultural heritage remains vibrant, accessible, and inspiring for generations to come.
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve and promote the cultural, historical, and community traditions associated with the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes while fostering volunteerism, social responsibility, education, and community participation throughout San Ġwann.
We are committed to:
- Preserving Maltese cultural and religious heritage.
- Organizing inclusive community celebrations.
- Encouraging volunteer engagement across all age groups.
- Supporting educational and cultural initiatives.
- Promoting arts, music, and traditional craftsmanship.
- Strengthening community unity and social inclusion.
- Encouraging youth leadership and civic responsibility.
- Building partnerships with local organizations and institutions.
- Supporting charitable and community welfare projects.
- Preserving traditions through innovation and sustainability.
Our Vision
Our vision is to become one of Malta's leading community organizations dedicated to preserving cultural heritage while inspiring future generations through education, volunteerism, innovation, and community engagement.
We envision a vibrant community where traditions continue to flourish alongside modern ideas, where young people actively participate in preserving their heritage, and where every individual has opportunities to contribute to meaningful cultural and social initiatives.
Through collaboration, transparency, inclusiveness, and sustainable development, we aspire to create a stronger, more connected community that values its history while embracing the future.