The Malta Crafts Foundation facilitated the placement of 24 young people with 10 different artisans operating at the Ta’ Qali Artisan Village for two-week internship between May 13th and 24th, during which they had the opportunity to learn how businesses operate, as well as to assist the artisans in the manufacturing aspect and running of their business.
On the last day of their programme, the students gave a presentation of their work experience and also came up with recommendations to the artisans about actions that could be taken to improve their business.
During the latter session, the Malta Crafts Foundation also addressed participants to give an overview of its work and the initiatives being taken to assist young people. Amongst others, reference was made to the Foundation’s participation in the NEXT project, within the context of which a discussion on the thematic topic of NEETs and youth employment and the issue of gender (in)equality was also held.