Empowering Maltese Authors and Publishers: MEIA’s feedback on the Malta Book Festival 2024
Empowering Maltese Authors and Publishers: MEIA’s feedback on the Malta Book Festival 2024 The Malta Book Festival is a significant event that serves as a vital platform for authors, publishers, and readers to connect and engage. As the Malta Book Festival concluded a few days ago, MEIA would like to take this opportunity to express […]
The ripple effects of late payments on the creative sectors
The Ripple Effects of Late Payments from Public Entities to the Creative Sectors PRESS RELEASE 12th November 2024 The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) is raising alarm over the significant ripple effects of late payments in funding and services to creative professionals from public entities, particularly the Malta Film Commission (MFC). Recent reports […]
MEIA’s Response to Budget 2025
The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) responds to the 2025 budget, highlighting both concerns and positive developments. MEIA continues to advocates for a strategic approach that addresses immediate needs while fostering long-term sustainability, which is still lacking in this budget. The association underscores the importance of a holistic integrated vision, emphasising collaboration among […]
MEIA BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS 2025
MEIA Budget Recommendations 2025 The creative sector in Malta is a critical driver of economic growth, social cohesion, and cultural identity. Since its founding in 2020, the Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) has been committed to fortifying and advocating for the sector’s fair and sustainable development. While the government has made notable progress […]
New role openings
New Role Openings within MEIA’s Executive and Advisory Committees MEIA has new position openings within its committees. We are seeking passionate individuals willing to join us in creating a stronger creative industry. We have recently also added two new sectors to MEIA’s mission, we are seeking the ideal candidates to help us integrate and elevate these […]
Mediterrane Film Festival Overlooks Grassroots Realities – MEIA and MPA Call for Fulfilment of Promises
Mediterrane Film Festival Overlooks Grassroots Realities – MEIA and MPA Call for Fulfilment of Promises PRESS RELEASE: 3rd JULY 2024 The Mediterrane Film Festival wrapped up last Sunday with a lavish gala, during which Malta Film Commissioner Johann Grech proclaimed that “the growth of filmmaking in Malta has paralleled the growth of Malta as a nation.” […]
MEIA Demands Proper Consultation and Transparency on the proposed Cultural Hub in Marsa
Press Release: MEIA Demands Proper Consultation and Transparency on the proposed Cultural Hub in Marsa A computer-generated image of the proposed development in Marsa. Photo: PA PRESS RELEASE: 20TH MAY 2024 The Malta Entertainment Industry and Arts Association (MEIA) acknowledges the recent announcement regarding the proposed cultural hub in Marsa’s Albert Town. The proposed cultural […]
MEIA calls for transparency and accountability – maltabiennale.art 2024
PRESS RELEASE Date: 08/04/2024 MEIA calls for increased transparency and accountability – maltabiennale.art 2024 The Malta Entertainment & Arts Association (MEIA) together with MEIA’s Visual Arts Advisory Committee welcomes the organisation of a large-scale biennial across the Maltese Islands. This initiative resonates with the vision which MEIA proposed during the stakeholder’s consultation of the Malta […]
BUDGET 2022
MEIA Budget Recommendations 2022 Download PDF
Press Release – 30th July 2021 – Valletta, Malta
MEIA is disappointed to note that the guidelines for standing events, expected to start in two weeks with a capping of 100 people per cluster, increasing to 300 by the end of August, have not yet been published by the Health Authorities. Seated events are expected to be increased from the current 150 seats per […]