Educator · Policy Advocate · Activist

Democratising education through ethics, policy and activism.

I believe that education is primarily a public good, to be valued intrinsically. In this spirit, my work revolves around ethics education, policy advocacy, and activism. Based in Malta, Europe.

Luke Fenech standing by the Maltese coast

Areas of work

My passion for educational activism extends beyond the classroom.

Teaching and Lecturing

From the secondary to the postgraduate level, I delve into ethics, multicultural narratives, giftedness, and democratic education.

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Research and Policy

Participating in policy forums, writing academic publications and policy documents, and advocating for education reform.

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Activism and Engagement

Creating youth activism spaces, engaging in public dialogue, media contributions, and co-organising education projects.

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Featured work

Ideas translated into policy and participation.

Two current initiatives represent the central direction of my work: reforming education through democratic means and creating spaces for young people to shape public life.

Printed copy of Humanising the Maltese Education System: A Manifesto of Hope
Policy · 2025

Humanising Education: A Manifesto of Hope

A framework of 100 recommendations addressing educational purpose, educator agency and students as human beings.

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Members and participants of Żgħażagħ għall-Bidla at a youth activism event
Youth participation · 2026

Żgħażagħ għall-Bidla

An independent youth initiative creating spaces for dialogue, civic participation and practical proposals for change.

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Selected research

Education, philosophy and social justice.

Peer-reviewed work examining whiteness in Maltese education, multicultural narratives and philosophical inquiry in educational communities.

2024
The Representation of Whiteness in Malta and Maltese Education
Springer Handbook of Critical Whiteness · Luke Fenech
2023
From Aesthetics to Awakeness
Theology & Philosophy of Education · Luke Fenech
2023
The Pedagogical Role of Philosophy in a Community of Inquiry
Malta Review of Educational Research · Luke Fenech & Christian Colombo

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Luke Fenech presenting at the University of Malta

Media and speaking

Connecting educational ideas with public debate.

I contribute to various media, academic spaces and public discussions on education and social issues.

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Work with me.

For educational projects, research collaborations, or speaking engagements.

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