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LILIAN, A NO-NONSENSE WOMAN, IN ACTION ON THE GROUND IN ALBANIA AND KOSOVO

A TRIBUTE TO LILIAN MICELI FARRUGIA, 1924 - 2022
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CLAUDIA TAYLOR EAST, CEO SOS MALTA
These were two places she loved and through which she was truly motivated by a deep sense of compassion and generosity for the poor and the most vulnerable.
Her call from Mother Teresa to help Albania in 1991 led her to the massive humanitarian operations of SOS Albania to help the Sisters of Charity start their Mission in Elbasan, after which operations moved on to Korce. In Korce, Preca College and a centre for palliative care were initiated. Today these two leading projects in Albania are recognised nationally. The financial contribution towards the building of the Catholic church in Korce, to be able to bring the Sisters of Mother Teresa wherever Lilian was, still stands today in all its glory. She was relentless in achieving all the implementing actions on the ground, too numerous to mention. Her determination to assist the Albanians and give them the opportunities saw Lilian following many Albanians through their education in Malta. One, in particular, managed to get his PhD. Korce remembers Lilian with affection today by honouring her dedication and commitment with a plaque at the Korce church centre.
Working in a war zone in Kosovo in 1999 reflected the dynamic woman Lilian truly was in times of crisis. Living in simple conditions during curfew was not easy, however Lilian faced the daily challenges of the war with faith, hope and dignity. She brought inspiration to the suffering people of Kosovo, especially those who had lost their sons in the war. She was exceptional with refugee children and made sure that Malta would help to transport playgrounds for the schools to help the kids through their psychological traumas.

Lilian could never say no to the most vulnerable and needy of society, continually expressing love and charity. Her mission was a great one: she taught others around her the importance of truth and justice. Her legacy will live on through SOS Malta.



WHAT IS YOUR ROLE AT FARSONS?
I am Head of Quality and Product Development, where I lead the Quality Control, Quality Systems and Product Development functions within SFC.
WHAT ATTRACTED YOU TO FARSONS?
I have always been a loyal consumer of many SFC products. Looking back, I recall so many fond memories spent with family and friends drinking pretty much the whole array of Cisk products, from the iconic “Cisk Lager” to the tasty “Blue Label” and “Pilsner” – you name it, we had it! Beach days with my grandparents were always great especially after treating me with an ice cold “Kinnie” from a typical seaside gabbana. Till this day, when I fall sick or feel under the weather, a glass of 7Up will always sooth my mood. When you rack up so many great memories, you cannot but feel proud that the same quality products which formed part of our daily lives for so many years have been successfully pioneered by a great Maltese company both locally and overseas. It is indeed a great pleasure to be part of this dedicated team and to be looking forward to positively contribute to SFC’s rich history and heritage.
CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF?
I am 35 years old, and I have been working in Quality Management within various food industries for the past 13 years. My lifelong passion is producing electronic music. I have been performing and organising events for the past 17 years.