Newly promoted Gunners and Officer Cadets from the Armed Forces of Malta have raised €1,000 for two organisations following a week dedicated to leadership, teamwork and giving back to the community.
The initiative took place after their Passing Out Parade on Thursday, 18 June.
During the week, the Officer Cadets were responsible for communicating with civilian organisations and coordinating the recruits taking part in the different activities.
This gave them practical experience in leadership, organisation and working with members of the public.
A varied programme of community activities
The recruits participated in several activities aimed at supporting the community and encouraging teamwork.
These included cleaning beaches, carrying out voluntary work at animal sanctuaries, organising a bocċi tournament and holding a car wash.
A blood donation drive was also held as part of the programme.
Through these activities, the participants experienced first-hand the importance of cooperation, responsibility and public service beyond their military duties.
€1,000 shared between two organisations
More than €900 was initially raised through the recruits’ efforts.
Further contributions from personnel within Training School 4 Regiment brought the final amount to €1,000.
Half of the funds, €500, was donated to St Michael’s Hospice in Santa Venera. The organisation was recommended by the Officer Cadets of Cadetship 261.
The remaining €500 was presented to the Association for Abandoned Animals.
The donation will support the work carried out by volunteers and animal welfare organisations caring for abandoned animals and helping to reduce the suffering caused by animal abandonment.
The initiative offered the newly promoted personnel an opportunity to develop their leadership skills while making a positive contribution to people, animals and the wider Maltese community.
Credit: Armed Forces of Malta
