The 2026 European Social Services Conference will be an opportunity for decision-makers in public authorities, third sector organisations, social services professionals, providers of technology solutions, and researchers to share and exchange their knowledge and experiences with peers from across Europe and other regions of the world.
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING ORGANISATIONS FOR THEIR SUPPORT WITH ESSA 2025
Institutional Partners
Malta's Foundation for Social Welfare Services was established in 1998. Its aims to provide social welfare services, to develop and promote social and other related studies and scholarships, and to collaborate with similar entities, at regional and international levels. The Foundation is governed by a board of members who contribute through their experience in the field of social welfare practice and research.
Active Ageing and Community Care (AACC) aims to be partners with older people and society through holistic client oriented policies and support, so that elderly people continue to enjoy life to their maximal potential in their individual settings. AACC provides over twenty different community services to senior citizens in Malta in order to support them to continue living in the community.
Agenzija Sapport (Support Agency) is Malta’s National Agency that offers and provides services, support and guidance to persons with disabilities, their support networks, and their communities.
The Social Care Standards Authority (SCSA) of Malta is the public authority responsible for the regulation and licensing of all social welfare service providers in Malta. SCSA is also the designate Central Authority under the Adoption Administration Act and Foster Care Act.
Positive Parenting focuses on building a connection and a healthy relationship with children while also providing children with boundaries, structure and natural consequences when needed. The aim of Positive Parenting Malta is to promote psycho-educational material and support for parents to enable them to provide a healthy environment and foster the development of a secure attachment with their children.
The Commission for the Rights of Persons with Disability (CRPD) is committed to rendering Maltese society an inclusive one, in a way that persons with disability reach their full potential in all aspects of life, enjoying a high quality of life thanks to equal opportunities.
In fulfilling this mission, CRPD works to eliminate any form of direct or indirect social discrimination against persons with disability and their families, while providing them with the necessary assistance and support. CRPD is also the independent monitoring mechanism as defined under UNCRPD Article 33 (b) and the market surveillance authority for the European Accessibility Act.
VisitMalta Incentives & Meetings (VMIM), part of the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA), works to position Malta as a preferred destination for conferences, meetings, and incentive travel. With international connections, modern facilities, and a rich cultural backdrop, Malta provides an ideal setting for international events. By supporting the 34th European Social Services Conference, organised by the European Social Network, VMIM demonstrates its commitment to encouraging collaboration and knowledge sharing across Europe. Events like these help shape better policies and foster innovation, and we are pleased to play a role in that process. Malta offers not only the infrastructure for successful events but also the beauty of its Mediterranean surroundings, creating an atmosphere where ideas and connections can thrive.
MARAM stands for Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Meeting. As part of the Gender-Based Violence and Domestic Violence Strategy and Action Plan, MARAM coordinates the intelligence and operations of different entities who work directly with victims of domestic violence and gender-based violence and their children.
MARAM was established in February 2023, following a recommendation made in the inquiry led by Judge Geoffrey Valencia. In the conclusions of the inquiry, it was recommended that through MARAM, the system should provide a “set-up for sharing expertise and experience in handling high-risk cases.” MARAM is based on collaboration between various entities, represented by professionals who are specifically trained for this purpose. MARAM falls under the responsibility of the Ministry for Social Policy and Children’s Rights.
The role of MARAM is to facilitate, monitor, and evaluate effective information sharing between entities, and to enable appropriate actions to be taken towards the reduction of harm risk to victims of domestic violence and to increase public safety.
Private Partners
Gold Partners
Tietoevry Care is a leading provider of health and social care software in the Nordics. We are modernising the health and social care sector with our modular, open, and interoperable Lifecare software, supporting the daily lives of over 10 million Nordic citizens. Our data-driven approach empowers care professionals to uncover critical insights and deliver the right support at the right time, ensuring a smoother and more personalized care experience for everyone.
We are part of Tietoevry, a leading technology company with annual revenue of approximately EUR 3 billion. Tietoevry’s shares are listed on the NASDAQ exchange in Helsinki and Stockholm, as well as on Oslo Børs.
KPMG firms operate in 142 countries, and collectively employs more than 275,000 partners and people, serving the needs of business, governments, public-sector agencies, not-for-profits and through KPMG firms' audit and assurance practices, the capital markets. KPMG is committed to quality and service excellence in all that we do, bringing our best to clients and earning the public's trust through our actions and behaviours both professionally and personally. We lead with a commitment to quality and integrity across the KPMG global organization, bringing a passion for client success and a purpose to serve and improve the communities in which KPMG firms operate. In a world where rapid change and unprecedented disruption are the new normal, we inspire confidence and empower change in all we do.
Magic Notes, developed by Beam, is transforming the way social care organisations capture and report information. Used by over 100 organisations, it enables frontline teams to create accurate case notes and reports in seconds ,reducing administrative burden and freeing more time for person-centred care.
Accessible through any web browser on mobile or desktop, Magic Notes records audio from in-person, online, or hybrid meetings. Users can review, edit, and finalise outputs directly within the tool before populating case management systems.
Proven in demanding frontline environments, the tool delivers exceptional accuracy, even in noisy settings or with strong regional accents. Each deployment is customised to the partner’s workflow, ensuring outputs meet their unique reporting and compliance needs.
Teams can also upload documents for AI-driven summarisation and report drafting, with outputs matching the tone, structure, and fields required by the organisation. The Magic Notes team works closely with every partner to tailor templates, optimise workflows, and ensure seamless integration. By combining cutting-edge AI with deep sector expertise, Magic Notes enables partners to enhance efficiency, improve quality, and empower frontline staff to focus on delivering effective, person-centred support.
Edenred designs and delivers innovative solutions to assist public authorities in the implementation of their social policies. Edenred provides public entities with efficient means of distributing social benefits, respecting policy’s objectives and beneficiaries’ needs. These solutions are based on a wide range of technological options, from chip cards to biometrics tools and fully digital programmes.