Rodianne Abela discovered an unexpected calling during a restorative trip to Bali. Inspired by the transformative power of slowing down and receiving care, she returned to Malta determined to create Presence — a bodywork studio that invites people, especially women, to reconnect with themselves through mindful touch, movement and the senses.

Equal pay for equal work should be a given - regardless of gender or nationality - yet disparities persist. As Malta begins fully implementing the EU Pay Transparency Directive, aimed at tackling the gender pay gap, new reporting obligations and transparency measures are coming into force in June 2026. But beyond employer readiness, what can workers do if they feel discriminated against? The National Commission for the Promotion of Equality explains.

Photographer Therese Debono revisits sites where women were killed, capturing them years later in her photographic series In Place: Where the Land Holds. Here’s what she had to say about this project.

When Annabelle Xerri was presented with a microphone to speak at an event, she turned away from it and, instead, delivered her speech in Maltese Sign Language. Her message may have been a silent one – but its impact resonated loudly and clearly: She placed Maltese Sign Language, and its users, at the centre of attention.

What does real growth look like for women today? Four women dedicated to empowering others share the lessons they’ve learned about courage, boundaries, resilience and using your voice… Here’s what they had to say when asked to list three messages they would like to share with women out there.

Speaking up at work can feel harder than it should. Organisational consultant and Positive Psychology coach Mireille Pellegrini Petit shares research, insight and practical guidance on what keeps women silent - and how to change it.

For athlete Raissa Camilleri, life has been a series of moments that demanded pause, perspective, and courage: motherhood, ambition, burnout, and rediscovery. This is a story of learning when to keep going, when to let go, and how redefining success can become the most powerful step forward.

For many, the path from a childhood hobby to a real career is anything but straightforward. There are doubts, detours, and a few unexpected turning points along the way. For Chloe Cachia, co-founder of Blur Studios, it all began with a borrowed camera and a curiosity she just couldn’t shake. Her story is a gentle reminder that sometimes the best careers don’t come from detailed plans - they come from following that tiny spark of passion and seeing where it leads.

From the familiar Maltese waters, to the depths of the Indian Ocean, Nikki Muscat’s life has always revolved around the sea. A two-time Olympian turned freediver and conservationist, she speaks about passion, purpose, and how believing in yourself can transform not only your life, but also the world around you.

For Jenny Zammit, creativity has always been a lifeline - and now it’s the driving force behind Made by Mothers, a social enterprise offering flexible, dignified work for mums. In this interview, Jenny shares her journey from struggling with traditional work to building a project that empowers mothers while creating beautiful, meaningful jewellery.