In 2023, Global Mindset Development conducted over eighty training sessions, engaging participants from more than 80 countries. In total, more than 1,500 individuals were trained over the course of the past year in intercultural management, diversity and inclusion, and cultural awareness. In alignment with GMD's core competencies and mission, the organization is currently implementing the ERASMUS+ Small Scale Partnership project, "ORRAJT - On the road: new routes, alternative journeys and fair tracks. Challenging perspectives on migration, walking different narratives." This venture, funded under Key Action 2, has successfully secured a grant of 60,000 euros. Leveraging the established success of the Migrantour methodology with 24 partners across 8 EU countries, ORRAJT aims to introduce an experiential new narrative about migration and integration to Malta. The project uniquely incorporates local walking tours guided by migrants, providing an authentic and engaging perspective. Key objectives of ORRAJT encompass enhancing the belonging, civic involvement, and active citizenship of migrants and refugees through meaningful engagement with cultural heritage. The project addresses migrants' specific needs, offering training, recognition of their expertise, and fostering a sense of belonging through civic participation in cultural tourism. Global Mindset Development aims to actively engage Maltese schools, universities, and colleges in the ORRAJT project by extending invitations for participation in its tours to students. The objective is to provide a valuable opportunity for the younger generation to contemplate issues surrounding migration and integration. By offering these tours, GMD seeks to foster meaningful reflections on crucial themes such as acceptance, diversity, and inclusion. The initiative is designed to contribute to the educational and experiential growth of students, encouraging them to broaden their perspectives and become more informed global citizens. GMD offers a specialized course titled "Train the Trainer." In this comprehensive training programme, participants have the opportunity to gain insights and knowledge from our extensive expertise in the intercultural field; explore cultural dimensions developed by the pioneers in the field, delving into the historical context; stay updated with the latest studies and research on cultural diversity, inclusion, and innovation; the training also provides valuable networking opportunities. Participants not only benefit from GMD's wealth of experience but also gain access to our extensive international network. This network extends beyond professional connections, fostering a sense of global citizenship and community. The "Train the Trainer" initiative has already seen four successful editions, showcasing its effectiveness and positive impact on participants. GMD collaborates with the Institute for Education in Malta (IFE) to deliver Professional Development Sessions on intercultural communication, intercultural relations, cultural diversity, intercultural and interreligious conflict management, capacity building for teachers and parents in Maltese schools. The Institute for Education provides various modes of continuing professional development that inject the 21st-century skills and competencies into the educators at all levels of leadership and infuse equity and social justice within all the learning programmes. Since 2019, GMD has been collaborating with Learning Works Academy. For them, GMD has created and coordinated the Level 4 award, discovering diversity potential at the workplace. The aim of the course is to train trainers and managers on cultural awareness and diversity and inclusion at the workplace. In June 2020 the first cohort of students graduated and started working as Diversity and Inclusion officers in their respective organizations. GMD is also involved in various vocational education and training activities in Malta, Italy and other EU countries in different sectors. Together with Learning Works, GMD also offers training to local companies and organizations, like CareMalta, Farsons Group and the Malta Football Association on topics related to cultural intelligence and cultural awareness. Since 2018 Viviana Premazzi, GMD’s CEO, has worked as a lecturer for the University of Malta for the courses: “Building Bridges". Developing skills to work with people from different cultures”, “Responding to Multicultural contexts”, “Entrepreneurship: from ideas to action”, “Equality at the place of work”, “Gender and Social Policy” and as a dissertation supervisor for the Center for Labour Studies. GMD regularly offers team-building programs to businesses. These programs include "The Glocal Malta - A Global Mindset Development Cultural Immersion Experience" and "Life in the Mediterranean Sea", in partnership with EcoMarine Malta. These activities encourage reflection and skill development among participants from participating companies. As self-employed before creating GMD, the founder Viviana Premazzi and her network of collaborators were involved in various vocational education and training activities in Malta, Italy and other EU countries in different sectors. GMD records proven experience and expertise in innovative learning methodologies, online and offline training and educational technologies. GMD's work is inspired by the UN's Sustainable Development Goals which focus on addressing social and economic development issues across a range of subject areas including: education, social justice, diversity and inclusion and equality, social innovation.
