Venue

The main venue of the 4th European Youth Work Convention will be the Mediterranean Conference Centre (MCC) in Valletta, an iconic and historically rich site that reflects both the heritage and the forward-looking vision of European youth work. Originally constructed in the 16th century by the Order of St. John, the MCC served as the Sacra Infermeria (Holy Infirmary), one of the most advanced hospitals in Europe at the time. With the capacity to care for up to 2,500 patients, the building played a central role in Malta’s medical and social history. Over the centuries, it has evolved under different names, including the Grand Hôpital during the French occupation and the Station Hospital under British rule.

Overlooking the Grand Harbour at the edge of the Valletta peninsula, the MCC today serves as one of Malta’s premier conference venues, offering state-of-the-art facilities within a setting of historical grandeur. It will host all Convention sessions and activities from 28 to 30 May 2025.