The Equal Partners Foundation recently held its annual general meeting at the Corinthia Palace, Attard.

During this year's AGM, an overview of the work carried out by the foundation was presented to the members. This year, three new members were co-opted into the committee to replace other members who had stepped down.

The audited accounts of the foundation were also presented to the members and approved. These same audited accounts with a copy of the administrative report for 2009 were presented to the Office of the Commissioner of Voluntary Organisations.

Prior to the meeting, a seminar was held that discussed the effect of educational policies on the schooling and inclusion of people with learning difficulties.

The foundation was established 11 years ago and is a parent-run, non-profit organisation. It works for and with people with disability and/or learning difficulties. It also works towards promoting and advancing the rights and equal opportunities of children and people with disability and/or learning difficulties, raising awareness in society and empowering people with a disability to make their own choices, to have a voice and to live fulfilling lives in the community. The foundation supports close to 270 members.

For more information call 2125 0400, e-mail info@equalpartners.org.mt or visit www.equalpartnersmalta.org.