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Press Release 15/11/08 -"UNIONS SHOULD FORM TRADE UNIONS COUNCIL" Zminijietna - Voice of the Left
Following the historic demonstration involving all Malta's trade unions against Government's revision of utility rates, Zminijietna - Voice of the Left reiterated its appeal to Maltese trade unions to form a trade union council which works in the interest of the working class.
Zminijietna, which participated in the demonstration said
"Trade Union Councils exist in various countries whereby trade unions discuss policies and strategies and come up with proposals in the interests of workers. Trade Unions should unite whilst respecting each others' identities".
"Due to the neo-liberal direction Malta is moving towards, the country is witnessing an increase of non-unionised workers, part-time workers, workers on contract and informal workers, and once again, this requires strong trade union action, given that much of such employment is characterised by a lack of rights".
"It is through solidarity and collective action that the working class can improve its situation. A Trade Union Council would therefore be a step in the right direction against the 'race to the bottom' of neo-liberalism".
David Pisani
Zminijietna - Voice of the Left
Mob 7953 6914
Press Release -17/11/08 - New Executive Committee for Zminijietna Voice of the Left
Zminijietna – Voice of the Left elected its new executive committee for the coming year. The committee is made up of the following members
President: Michael Camilleri
Vice-President: Alfred Vella
Secretary: Victor Degiovanni
Assistant Secretary: Michael Briguglio
Public Relations Officer / Cashier: David Pisani
Assistant Public Relations Officer: Andre’ Damato
Editor: Christopher Cutajar
Committee Member: Richard Mifsud
Committee Member: Joe Attard
Zminijietna also updated its statute, whereby the NGO resolved that it shall keep publishing its quarterly self-titled review from a progressive left perspective, and take initiatives in order to help strengthen the political Left, even through civil society activism.
More information on Zminijietna can be obtained from the website www.zminijietna.org, via email at zminijietna@yahoo.com ; or from Public Relations Officer David Pisani at 79536914.
David Pisani
Zminijietna - Voice of the Left
Mob 7953 6914
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Diskussjoni Pubblika li Jmiss :: Next Public Discussion
PUBLIC DEBATE ON CIVIL SOCIETY NETWORKING
Data/Date: Nhar is-Sibt 15 ta' Novembru, 2008 / Saturday 15th November, 2008
Post/Place: 60A, Triq id-Dejqa, Valletta
Hin/Time: 10.00-12.00 (filghodu/morning)
Dhul/Entry: B'xejn / Free
Zminijietna – Voice of the Left is inviting interested civil society organisations to participate in a public debate on civil society networking which will be held on Saturday 15 November, 10am at 60A, Strait Street Valletta.
The scope of the debate is to have a round-table discussion on how various civil society actors (NGOs, political parties, trade unions and other organisations) can work together in various areas by building networks and alliances.
Those interested in participating are to contact Zminijietna at zminijietna@yahoo.com by 8th November.
DIBATTITU PUBBLIKU DWAR HIDMA FLIMKIEN FIS-SOCJETA’ CIVILI
Zminijietna – Lehen ix-Xellug qed tistieden lill-organizazzjonijiet tas-socjeta’ civili sabiex jippartecipaw f’dibattitu pubbliku dwar hidma flimkien fis-socjeta’ civili li ser tigi organizzata nhar is-Sibt 15 ta’ Novembru, 10am f’60A Triq id-Dejqa, Valletta.
L-iskop tad-dibattitu huwa li jkun hemm diskussjoni f’forma ta’ round table dwar kif rapprezentanti varji mis-socjeta’ civili (ghaqdiet non-governattivi, partiti, unjins, u organizazzjonijiet ohra) jistghu jahdmu flimkien f’oqsma varji.
Dawk interessati li jippartecipaw ghandhom jikkuntatjaw lill-Zminijietna f’ zminijietna@yahoo.com sa mhux aktar tard 8 ta’ Novembru.
Attivita Socjali li Jmiss :: Next Social Event
Join Zminijietna - Lehen ix-Xellug
at Irrera Restaurant, Ta' Xbiex (near Ta' Xbiex Waterpolo pitch)
Friday 14th November @ 8:30 pm
Feel free to order what you like
If coming send sms to David Pisani 79536914 by not later than Thursday 13th November
Attivita Kulturali li Jmiss :: Next Cultural Event
To be announced soon, below poster of last event
Visit Cuba July 2009
Zminijietna Left Youth is supporting the organisation Malta Cuba Friendship Association for the Jose-Marti European Solidarity camp covering a full two weeks next July. The International Work Brigade consists of groups from solidarity and socio-political organisations of several European countries mostly youths. Members of the Brigade spend two weeks in Caimito - Havana as a ‘Brigadista’, working and socialising with Cubans and people from all across Europe. It is a unique opportunity to experience the Cuban Revolution firsthand and show that Cuba is not alone. This event is organised by ICAP (Cuban Association of Friendship with other Nations).
This camp is ideal for students, youths, teachers, political activists and those wanting a different holdiay.
Participants will have the opportunity to see and experience the real Cuba:
- Visit and work in the Cuban agricultural system
- Learn Spanish and Salsa
- Visit primary and secondary schools, art schools, universities and gymnasiums
- Meet social and political organisations
- Meet many european cuban-solidarity organisations
- Visit hospitals and clinics
- Try authentic Cuban cigars, rum and tropical food
- Visit museums, galleries and beaches
- Get involved in a range of cultural activities
- See and discuss the Cuban political system
- Visit food, tobacco, rum and other small industry factories
Participation in any of the events is non-obligatory.
Brigadistas also take part in a full programme of activities including educational and political events plus visits to hospitals and schools to see for yourself the successes of the Revolution. Entertainment is provided at the camp with live bands and dance lessons, whilst excursions to some of Cuba’s fantastic beaches and places of interest are organised. The brigadistas will also stay a weekend at a hotel in Pinar del Rio, an adjacent province to Havana, which also has its distinct characteristics from Havana.
More information can be obtained by emailing ZLY on zzxmalta@hotmail.co.uk or phoning/sms to 7928 3716 or 7937 0523 or from the maltacuba Society's website. www.maltacuba.org
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Archbishop Interviewed by Zminijietna
In an interview with Zminijietna, Malta’s Archbishop Paul Cremona said that it would be positive to look at alternative social models and think about them, adding that it would be good to see what results from new models such as those of Chavez’s Venezuela and Lula’s Brazil. The full text of the long interview, which was carried out by Michael Grech, can be read in the latest edition of quarterly review Zminijietna. In the interview the Archbishop also discusses issues such as work, immigration, housing, war, religious feasts and the Catholic Church.
The review also includes articles by David Pisani on the Lisbon Treaty; Christopher Cutajar on the experience of three Maltese youths who carried out voluntary work in Cuba; Victor Degiovanni on Divorce; Alfred Consiglio on Capital’s appropriation of people’s life; and Nina Zita on Ethical Procurement.
The review also includes a report on the public debate held by Zminijietna on the future of the Left which included participation of various leftist politicians, intellectuals, activists, students and workers.
Entires for next issue
The editorial board of the trimestral review Zminijietna is accepting articles for its next edition by Wednesday 22nd October, 2008.
Articles in this review are mainly political, social and historical. Articles dealing with arts, music, culture, health, sports and any other subjects are welcome.
Please send articles electronically to: chriscut@onvol.net or by post, being addressed: The Editor, Zminijetna, 14/8, Vincenti Buildings, Strait Street, Valletta
To subscribe with Zminijietna review for a year (4 issues), one should send Euro 2.50 (cheque or stamps) to Zminijetna, 14/8 Vincenti Buildings, Strait Street, Valletta
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