Order of Malta

The Order of Malta, officially known as the Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem, Rhodes, and Malta, is a historic Catholic organization dedicated to humanitarian and medical work worldwide. It operates as a sovereign entity with diplomatic status, providing emergency relief, healthcare, and support to vulnerable populations regardless of religion or background. While it has religious origins, its primary focus today is charitable service, and it collaborates closely with governments and international agencies to promote health, safety, and human dignity.