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Hello and welcome. In this video, we will talk about social life in Malta.

You will learn how people greet each other, how men and women are treated,

religion is respected, and how to behave in public.

Let's start.

In Malta, people are friendly.

A handshake is the most common greeting when meeting someone for the first time,

a colleague or an acquaintance.

It shows respect.

Which means, hello, how are you?

Which means, good, thank you. And you?

Which means, I'm good too.

Close friends may greet with a kiss on both cheeks.

In shops or on buses, greet and thank the staff.

Malta has made great progress in equality.

In the past, roles were more traditional, but today men and women

kinds of jobs.

The law protects equality, and it is common to see women in leadership

positions.

Men may help at home, and women may work outside the home. Everyone should be

treated equally.

Malta also protects LGBTIQ plus people, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,

intersex, and queer.

The law says you cannot treat someone badly because of their gender or who

love. Same -sex couples can marry and have the same rights as other couples.

At work, at home, and in public spaces, discrimination is not allowed.

Respect each person's name and the pronoun they prefer.

Insults, bullying, or threats are not acceptable.

If someone treats you badly, you can report it to the police or ask for help

from an equality office or an NGO.

Everyone has the right to live with dignity and respect.

Most Maltese are Roman Catholic.

There are churches in every town, and church bells ring regularly, especially

Sundays and during special occasions.

The biggest celebrations are Festus, honoring a patron saint with music,

processions, and fireworks.

Malta also welcomes other religions.

You do not have to follow a religion, but you must respect all beliefs, even

they are different from yours.

If you visit a place of worship, dress modestly and be quiet.

In public, avoid loud talking.

Wait your turn in queues and respect personal space.

On buses, in coffee shops, in offices, and in public spaces, speak quietly and

be polite.

Maltese people are generally welcoming. If you are invited to someone's home,

you will be welcomed warmly and offered food or drink.

It is polite to accept, even just a little.

Kindness, patience and respect help you make friends in Malta.

By following these customs, you will feel part of the community and make good

contacts with Maltese people.

By showing respect and kindness, you will make friends and feel part of the

community.

Thank you for watching and see you in the next video.