Think Equal

Objectives:

The initiativeThink Equalsought to:

• Stimulate debates on, and enhance a shared understanding of, equality, non-discrimination, diversity and multiple discrimination;
• Disseminate good practices, sensitise and empower youths to live diversity; and
• Provide data through studies upon which legislation, policy and action may be designed.

To reach these objectives, Think Equal targeted youths, professionals and academics having a role of influence for their potential multiplier effect.

Research:

As part of this initiative, four research studies were carried out, and two booklets were developed. The research studies included two qualitative studies on discrimination experienced by LGBT persons and by racial minorities respectively, and two quantitative studies on the measurement of discrimination with youths and public employees. An Information Booklet and a Compilation of Case Law were also developed as part of this project.
Compilation of Case Law –Part 1/Part 2
LGBT Discrimination Research Report – Qualitative Study
Measurement of Discrimination among Youths – Quantitative Study
Racial Discrimination in Malta – Qualitative Study
Measurement of Discrimination among Public Service

Awareness Raising:

ASeminar for Youthsbrought together youths, persons who experienced discrimination and experts from different racial, sexual and cultural backgrounds who analysed and discussed local cases of discrimination and the causes and consequences of these experiences.
Press Release: Let’s talk about discrimination … Youths discussing their commitment against discrimination and for equality EN/MT
Youth Leaflet/Fuljett għaż-Żgħażagħ

AMultiple Discrimination Symposiumwas held with the aim of sensitizing professionals and academics, at the national level, on the concept of multiple discrimination, as well as to stimulate debate within various sectors which have a ripple effect on further discussions.
Press Release: A new starting point from which to challenge discrimination … A Symposium on Multiple Discrimination EN/MT
Papers delivered throughout the Multiple Discrimination Symposium:
Tackling Double Victimization of Muslim Women in Europe: The Intersectional Response– Federique Ast & Riem Spielhaus
Multiple Discrimination in Law – Dr Erica Howard
Gender and Disability – Vickie Sciberras Marianne Debono

TheEquality in Arts and Photo Competitions and Exhibitionwere targeted to youth and the general public.These aimed at encouraging and stimulating self-expression and reflection on issues of equality and non-discrimination, and discrimination taking place locally.The art and photo submissions were then displayed through a roving exhibition which travelled to 10 post-secondary schools, the Notte Bianca and the Final Conference.Selections of the entries were also published into a desk calendar.The prizes for the winners of the said competitions were presented during the Diversity through Music Concert.

Press Release: Think Equal: Launch of two competitions and exhibitions –EN/MT
TheDiversity Through Music Concertbrought together musicians and singers from different backgrounds, exposing music and musical instruments originating from different cultures, and it also included beat boxing, break dancers and hip hop-rap music.
Press Release: Celebrating Diversity….. A Diversity through Music Concert EN/MT
Also forming part of the campaign targeting youths, an online video campaign, posters and leaflets were developed, the latter including quotes from the youths participating in the Seminar for Youths.

Videos:

Discrimination – Age
Discrimination – Disability
Discrimination – Gender & Religion
Discrimination – Race
Discrimination – Sexual Orientation

Other Activities:

Launch Conference:
Press Release: Think Equal: Launched by NCPE –EN/MT
Final Conference: Press Release: Where Next for Equality? EN/MT

Project Ref.	VS/2010/0569
Project Name	Think Equal
Fund	European Union Programme for Employment and Social Solidarity – PROGRESS (2007-2013)
Start Date	December 2010
End Date	December 2011