Intergenerational Voluntary Organisations Scheme
Intergenerational engagement is increasingly recognised as a key driver of social cohesion, active ageing, and youth empowerment. In Malta, demographic trends show an ageing population alongside evolving social dynamics among younger generations. However, opportunities for meaningful interaction between age groups remain limited. This initiative seeks to bridge that gap by supporting projects that connect younger and older generations through shared activities, knowledge exchange, and community participation.
Intergenerational Voluntary Organisations Scheme (IVOS)
General Information About the Scheme
Intergenerational engagement is increasingly recognised as a key driver
of social cohesion, active ageing, and youth empowerment. In Malta, demographic
trends show an ageing population alongside evolving social dynamics among
younger generations. However, opportunities for meaningful interaction between
age groups remain limited.
This initiative seeks to bridge that gap by supporting projects that
connect younger and older generations through shared activities, knowledge
exchange, and community participation.
The Intergenerational Voluntary Organisations Scheme (IVOS) shall be
managed and administered by the Malta Council for the Voluntary Sector (MCVS)
and supported by the Ministry for Inclusion and the Voluntary Sector (MIV). The
IVOS shall have an allocated budget of €1,000,000.00. The amount of €900,000
shall be directly allocated to support the project-based initiatives.
The Grant request for each initiative by a beneficiary voluntary
organisation shall be set at a maximum of €30,000 and a minimum of €10,000. The
budget supported by the Scheme shall amount to 80% of the initiative budget.
Enrolled Voluntary Organisations only are eligible to apply under this Scheme.
This Scheme aims to address challenges by both the Malta Vision 2050 and
the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development 2026 (IVY
2026).
The Malta Vision 2050 sets out a long-term framework for a resilient,
inclusive, and sustainable society, addressing demographic change, economic
transformation, and social wellbeing. A key challenge identified within this
vision is Malta’s ageing population, coupled with the need to empower younger
generations to actively contribute to society. Intergenerational initiatives
directly respond to this challenge by fostering solidarity, knowledge exchange,
and shared responsibility across age groups.
The International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development 2026
(IVY 2026) is a global initiative that highlights the role of volunteering in
achieving sustainable development, with a strong focus on Inclusion, Community
resilience, Civic participation, and Sustainable impact.
Aligning the Scheme with IVY 2026 shall provide international visibility
and relevance, and opportunities for EU and global partnerships.
The Aim of the Scheme is to strengthen social cohesion and mutual
understanding between generations by supporting voluntary organisations in
implementing impactful intergenerational projects.
The main objectives of the Scheme are to:
· - Promote active
ageing and reduce social isolation among older persons
· - Encourage
youth participation and civic engagement
· - Facilitate
knowledge and skills transfer between generations
· - Strengthen
community bonds and inclusion
· - Preserve and
promote cultural heritage and collective memory
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