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Plants, migration and memory

This article reflects on previous work carried out in Malta by members of N.a.di.r, exploring how plants, food, healing practices and traditional ecological knowledge can connect migration, memory, belonging and environmental care. It reflects N.a.di.r’s broader vision of biocultural diversity, community-centred knowledge and socio-ecological wellbeing in the Mediterranean.

Ethnobotanical Workshop 

The Migrant Commission in Malta, in collaboration with Nadir, organised a workshop exploring the role of plants and landscapes in shaping memory, belonging, and cultural identity.Through shared stories and activities, participants reflected on traditional plant knowledge and how botanical practices help migrant communities preserve their heritage, build connections, and create a sense of home in Malta