OKAY, HERE’S THE STORY

Set the scene.

In 1940 Vella Haber established a branch of the Xirka għat-Tixrid tal-Ilsien Malti in Nadur. Its activities included helping people claim their rights in writing.

Here’s the twist.

His Moviment tal-Malti encouraged young people, including girls, to take part. Participants could read their own writing over Rediffusion.

Why it still matters.

He also edited agricultural publications. Language promotion could reach both a young person at a microphone and a farmer reading practical information.

🧠 One to think about +

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