Meet the Team
Marelaine Formosa
President
In Marelaine’s 5-year journey in student activism, she has held various roles in various student organisations, including the University Students of Performing Arts Association (USPA), the Malta Law Students’ Society (GħSL) and a period in the Malta National Youth Council (KNŻ). Due to her interest in travel and international relations, she went on her first MUN abroad in 2022, gratefully leading her to a journey within MaltMUN as International Officer, Executive Secretary, and now, as the current President.
Her academic experience as a Fourth Year LL.B. student at the University of Malta has evolved this love for MUNs into a great interest for European and International law, and the hopes for a career in diplomacy. With over 10 MUNs in her belt, and counting, she is proud to have the honour to lead the great team she has, passing on her knowledge and passion to new MUNers, working with youth for youth.
Rachel Galea Medati
Vice President
Rachel is eager to strengthen MaltMUN’s presence in her role as Vice President for the 2024/25 term. Having first joined MaltMUN out of a deep interest in current affairs, she previously served as Financial Officer for the 2023/24 term, where she played a key role in managing the organisation’s financial planning and sustainability. Throughout her time in MaltMUN, she has developed a strong appreciation for the impact of youth-led initiatives in fostering critical discussions and international engagement.
She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. Hons.) at the University of Malta. She is committed to working closely with the team to enhance MaltMUN’s impact and ensure its continued success.
Michael Gatt
Executive Secretary
Michael is a 21-year-old law student from Malta. His journey in student activism began with the Mini European Assembly, which he participated in and organized amongst other projects. Following this, he has participated in several conferences, simulations, and moot courts. Passionate about European and international affairs, Michael has actively shaped discussions on democracy and policy across Malta and Europe. From winning national debate and moot court competitions to representing Malta at major simulations like ConSIMium and Model European Union Strasbourg, and MUNs across the continent in various roles.
Beyond debates, he’s taken on various roles; organising the Mini European Assembly, MaltMUN 2024, and several projects. As President of JEF Malta, Senior EU Careers Ambassador, Young European Ambassador, and Executive Secretary of MaltMUN, he continues to work towards empowering young people. At the core of everything he believes in the power of dialogue and youth participation to drive meaningful change, locally and across Europe.
Nathan Portelli
Financial Officer
With a strong passion for international relations, conflict resolution, and geopolitics, Nathan was drawn to MaltMUN first as a member in 2023. Having attended a few events, he took interest in joining the Executive Board and did so for the 2023/2024 term as Deputy Secretary-General. Now he is excited to return to the organisation as this year’s Financial Officer.
His belief is that the organisation has the distinguished privilege in organising what he feels is the country’s most reputable simulation, and the only one that is representative of the United Nations and its various bodies. Nathan is currently reading for a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations (Hons.) with European & Global History at the University of Malta.
He is looking forward to build upon past successes in MaltMUN conferences, so that as a team we can provide the best possible experience for our delegates this coming August.
Yasmine Galea
Conference Manager
Ms Yasmine Galea is the Conference Manager for the 10th Edition of the MaltMUN Conference, where she focuses on promoting dialogue, innovation, and active participation. She recently graduated with a Master of Arts in Banking, Investments, and Finance at the University of Malta and currently serves as an Advisor at CLA Malta, assisting start-ups and SMEs in developing their business initiatives. Beyond her professional roles, her long-standing interest in acting has cultivated her adaptability, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
Yasmine has demonstrated a strong commitment to student activism, particularly in academic and environmental matters, viewing this as means to foster responsibility and approachability. Her leadership journey initiated within ASCS Malta progressing from a Subcommittee Member, then elected as Academic Officer and later serving as President. These experiences not only honed her strategic planning, and leadership capabilities, but reinforced her dedication to student empowerment and collaboration. She is eager to continue through her continued involvement with MaltMUN, striving for a meaningful and impactful conference experience.
Leanne Carabott
Public Relations Officer
Leanne serves as the Public Relatoins Officer at MaltMUN, integrating her interests in media, design, EU issues, and public relations. She is currently pursuing European Studies, focussing on economics, and possesses a robust comprehension of policy-making and international relations relevant to her position. Although this is her inaugural experience with a student organisation, she has consistently sought groups that align with her interests.
Through MaltMUN, she seeks to promote policy discourse and cultivate youth participation. Multilingual and inventive, they articulate her artistic inclinations through music and possess a profound passion for language, motivating them to seek advanced studies in interpretation. Leanne’s role at MaltMUN allows her to blend strategic communication with her enthusiasm for European affairs, making a meaningful impact in both media outreach and public discourse.
Ula Paberzyte
Events Officer
Ula looks at international affairs through the ethos “Think Globally, Act Locally”, in part due to her own intercultural upbringing, and in part due to her engagement with various issues on the international and local scales. This has manifested in her participation in various projects and simulations concerning youths and civic engagement, such as YMCA’s My Voice to Europe, European Youth Parliament, Mini European Assembly, which she recently achieved first place with her team, and of course, Model United Nations simulations.
Ula recognises the pricelessness of these experiences for both personal growth, and global progress, and hopes to be able to serve others to experience the same. Throughout her term, Ula wishes to foster youth engagement, as well as share her love of Model United Nations with others.
Juliana Zammit
Social Policy Officer
Juliana Zammit is the Social Policy Officer at MaltMUN, where she empowers youth through discussions on European social policies and global issues. A final-year Journalism student at MCAST, Her aspiration has always been to make a difference, no matter how small, because even the smallest change can create a ripple effect.
She aims to be that someone who pushes for that change, ensuring that young voices are heard in policy discussions and that real action is taken. You can also find her immersed in Formula 1, literature, or photography outside of her roles.
Malcolm Muscat
Logistics Officer
Malcolm is a dedicated first-year law student whose enthusiasm for public speaking and debates has been a driving force in his academic and extracurricular pursuits. With a keen interest in diplomacy, international relations, and structured argumentation, he thrives in environments that challenge him to think critically and communicate effectively.
This academic term, Malcolm will be serving as the Logistics Officer for MaltMUN, where he will channel his passion for MUNs into the detailed planning and seamless organization of the upcoming conference. His responsibilities will span the coordination of logistical elements, the smooth execution of various conference activities, and the strategic management of the many exciting events scheduled for the 2024/2025 term. Malcolm is eager to contribute to the success of MaltMUN by ensuring that every event is executed with precision, efficiency, and a touch of his signature enthusiasm for meaningful dialogue and global affairs.