The Malta Health Network was set up in 2007 with the aim of representing in Malta, in the EU and internationally, the interests of patients and the health of the community, developing better coordination, collaboration and capacity building through exchange of best practice among Health Non Governmental (NGO) ‘not for profit’ (NPO) Organizations and Patient Representation Groups (PRGs). MHN is independent of the Government of Malta and of any political party or organization. The Network Currently started off with 20 funder member organisations and currently counts 30 organisations. It supports initiatives to protect patients’ health and is active in promoting The European Charter of Patients’ rights. MHN participates in consultation session related to health and patient issues, has regular communication with local health Authorities and gives a voice to member organisations as need arises.