From content creators to athletes, musicians to mental health advocates — Malta’s brightest young talents are being recognised for their passion, impact, and hustle.
🌟 Celebrating the Young Changemakers of Malta
The FreeHour Youth Awards are back — and they’re shining the spotlight on the incredible achievements of Malta’s youth aged 13 to 25.
From bold entrepreneurs and student leaders to standout artists and sports stars, this event is all about giving credit where it’s due. It’s more than just a trophy — it’s a movement to empower, inspire, and elevate the voices and talents of our generation.
Taking place annually, the Youth Awards recognise individuals across a broad range of categories, highlighting those who are making waves in their field, driving change, and keeping the energy real.
🗳️ How to Vote
Head to the Youth Awards website to cast your votes. You can vote once per category, so choose wisely & spread the word! 📲
🕛 Voting closes on Wednesday 21st at midnight — don’t miss your chance to support your faves! 🗳️
🚨 Here Are This Year’s Nominees for the FreeHour Youth Awards 2025:
🎵 Music Artist of the Year
- ReLoad
- Kristy Spiteri
- Luke Chappell
- Aleandro Spiteri Monsigneur
🧠 Mental Health Advocate
- Matteo Grima
- Hailey Borg
- JeanFred Agius
- Tiffany Camilleri
💙 Spirit of Gozo
- Simona Refalo
- Maria Curmi
- Abigail Pace
- Matthew Grech
🌍 Social Impact Leader Of The Year
- Ella Micallef Darmenia
- Ella Manduca
- Kelly Vassallo
- Jenson Elsworth
🏆 Student Achievement Award
- Kelly Ann Micallef
- Bradley Cachia
- Matteo Panzavecchia
- Emma Brownrigg Fenech
✊ Political Activist Of The Year
- Belle De Jong
- Gabriel Borg Ferrando
- Izak Catania De Giovanni
- Jean Romario Borg Calleja
🌍 International Star Achievement
- Julian Scerri
- Cara Borg Aquilina
- Edward Carabot
- Hayley Ghiller
🎭 Performing Arts Excellence
- Carla Abela
- Miguel Azzopardi Portelli
- Margerita
- Jamie Cardona
📱 Content Creative Spotlight
- Denzel Vassallo
- Riana Xerri
- Alyss Zammit
- Mariah Zammit
🏐 Sports Team of the Year
- Synchro Knights Junior / Senior Team
- Phoenix Volleyball
- Kempo Arnis Federation
- Sliema ASC Panta Swimming
🎨 Visual Artist Of The Year
- Sara Xuereb
- Mathias Apap
- Max Russ
- Denilson Zammit
🌱 Environmental Impact Awards
- Green Bean Guru
- Adam Borg Mercieca
- Matthew Luke Asicak
- Luke Said
🧑🎓 Student Organisation Of The Year
- ASCS
- JEF
- BetaPsi Malta
- Gozo University Group (GUG)
🎮 Game Grandmaster Award
- Lyon Buhagiar
- Nathan Bonello
- Matthias Farrugia
- Milena Stagno
🚀 Tech & Science Excellence
- UM Rocketry
- Benjamin Spiteri
- Rebecca Clark
- Beewise
🏃 Athlete of the Year
- Tommy Wallbank
- Philippa Busuttil
- Francesca Curmi
- Kai Azzopardi
💼 Entrepreneur & Innovator Award
- Megan Marie Briffa
- Gabriel Falzon
- Sarah Casha
- Luke Debattista
🏁 Why the Youth Awards Matter
The FreeHour Youth Awards aren’t just about the claps and recognition — they’re a chance for young people to see what’s possible. By highlighting those making an impact today, this event encourages the next wave of creatives, thinkers, athletes, and change-makers to step up and chase their own version of success.
🚨 Stay Tuned
Whether you’re cheering for a friend, a fan of someone’s work, or just hyped to see Malta’s youth getting the love they deserve — this is the awards show to watch. 👀
Keep your eyes on FreeHour and Vibe FM for more updates and stories on the nominees. The future’s not just bright — it’s full-on blazing. 🔥
