A disability is any factor that affects the body or mind (impairment) that deter the person with the condition to do certain activities (activity limitation) and interact with the world around them. However, Disability is not inability, having certain condition is not a limiting factor to grow, or access services and be part of the community. In Malta, broad support is offered to disabled persons, and under the Convention for Rights of Persons with Disability, there are protections for disabled persons on the move, the real situation remains largely underexplored. TAMA aims to provide support through research and targeted awareness raising on disability issues among migrant communities, and the wider community. often times we ignore the slightest things which are of paramount to others, or we tend not to image that they are classified as disability. As TAMA and our partners we are doing our best to create awareness, inform and educate all our clients on the need to provide the necessary support and also find a way of seeking help whenever they are in need.

Mental health is our emotional, psychological and social-well being. it entirely affects our inner feelings, thoughts and how we cope and relate with others. Having awareness of the reasons for the so many people migrating from their original homelands and seeking refuge is enough to tell us how people are affected mentally, adding to that, the trauma of travelling through dangerous routes would be enough to cause anyone’s mental health to suffer. At TAMA, we believe that mental health has deep implications in all aspects of social life, and we are thus committed to providing mental health support where we can and work with relevant authorities to ensure fair and just access to mental health systems.

Gender-Based violence refers to harmful behaviors aimed at someone based on their gender. it stems from gender inequality, the stereotypical acts perpetrated on others based on cultural values and norms as well as abuse of power. Gender-based violence (GBV) is a serious violation of human rights and a life-threatening. TAMA explores the factors contribute to GBV, from economic reasons, political, cultural and social as the key contributors. The only way of ending this act is empowering society and community. TAMA works towards empowering and educating the community on the need and importance of respect of human rights, as well as engages in service provision for those affected by this type of violence.

Women and girls living in Malta have a high degree of risk and consequences due to physical and mental health complications. At the same time, there are a number of women at risk of suffering from new cutting as they grow up in Malta. TAMA channels its efforts in combatting this issue, combining outreach efforts and awareness raising with communities, research and capacity building among partner organizations.