Theme: Hindsight

As we navigate the complexities of contemporary society, one would be forgiven for giving in to the urge to glimpse at the past for solace and the reassurance in finding parallels with challenges long since overcome. As our realities bolt at hyperspeed towards a future unknown, unchartered and uncertain, the value of retrospection reveals itself as a powerful fount of knowledge and wisdom. Indeed, hindsight need not be a reactionary process. Drawing from the past can truly serve to fuel our collective future.

Valletta Campus Theatre
University of Malta Valletta Campus
Valletta, Valletta, VLT1216
Malta

Emily Jones

Influencer

Emily is a plus-size influencer based in Malta. After losing her city job in London due to ill health, & dealing with a family crisis in Malta after her mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer, Emily decided to put her energy into starting an Instagram page, with this becoming her full-time gig. As a chronic-pain sufferer Emily’s focus has been to bring awareness to invisible disability, diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis & fibromyalgia in her mid-twenties. Emily is passionate about promoting diversity, particularly in the body positive space, demonstrating that every BODY is worthy of respect & self-love at every stage of one's health journey. Emily manages a successful Onlyfans page & is enthusiastic about breaking the taboos around this controversial platform. Her food page @missjoneseats is a fun approach to restaurant reviews & recipes whilst challenging social expectations about eating in public as a plus-sized woman

Iggy Fenech

Editor Writer & Blogger

Iggy Fenech is an editor, writer, and blogger for local newspapers, magazines, and news websites. With his foci being culture, art, lifestyle, and fashion, Iggy helped set up one of Malta’s most respected cultural PR agencies, served as a theatre reviewer for The Times of Malta, and edited the Sunday Circle between 2019 and 2020. Iggy has also made a name for himself in local fashion circles, particularly through the incorporation of vintage accessories and items of clothing, as well as historically inspired elements, into his outfits.

Jonathan Mizzi

Architect & Designer

Jonathan Mizzi is a Maltese-British architect and designer, who runs Mizzi Studio: a multidisciplinary practice specialising in Bioarchitecture and Biophilic design, dedicated to making the world a better place through inventive, climate-responsive design solutions. Powered by optimism, driven by context, inspired by nature and science, and brought to life through ecologically friendly construction; the studio’s mission is to reconnect humanity with the natural world. It is their pledge to Mother Nature to treat planet Earth as their primary client and their clients also include The Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, The Royal Parks and The Science Museum. Whether it be for respite, care, mobility or education, their work looks to inspire people to live environmentally socially responsible lives with a determined and positive spirit, fulfilling our time on earth with meaning and leaving it in a better place for the collective progress and prosperity of humanity and planet earth.

Maria Theuma

Researcher & Writer

Maria Theuma is a researcher, writer. She has studied at the University of Malta and Goldsmiths, University of London and holds a PhD in English. Her research interests include posthumanism, literary theory, comparative literature and visual cultures. Her poetry, both in Maltese and English, has appeared on various literary platforms such as The Rumpus and Isles of the Left and is set to be included in Scintillas: New Maltese Writing 1 (Praspar Press, London, UK) to be published later this year. Her work has also appeared in various collaborative multimedia projects, with her latest collaborative project being Transformations and Translations, commissioned by and presented at Malta’s Three Palaces Festival in November 2020 and shortlisted for a Premju għall-Arti 2021.

Roberta Rizzo

Genetic Counsellor

Roberta Rizzo is a UK and European Registered Genetic Counsellor. The work involves counselling families affected by genetic conditions and familial cancer. She currently works in Southampton Hospital, having previously gained experience in London. Her special interests include oculogenetics and psychiatric genetic counselling. She is a member on the committee for the UK Association of Genetic Nurses and Counsellors (AGNC) where she works with national bodies to promote and safeguard the work of genetic counsellors. Roberta is working with the Department of Health and Mater Dei to establish genetic counselling as a service in Malta.

Sarah Young

Luxury Event Planner

Sarah Young, a luxury event planner, specialises in extravagant weddings and celebrations. With over 20 years of experience and over 1,000 events planned, Sarah creates lavish and enthralling experiences for her discerning clients. Having graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications (Hons) from the University of Malta, Sarah continued her studies in the UK, receiving her Master’s from the University of Southampton. In 1998, Sarah’s was appointed Marketing Manager of Time International, responsible for brands like Cartier, Nike and Tag Heuer in addition to several international conferences throughout Europe. She then took on the same role for Coca-Cola, Malta. At 24, Sarah became a pioneer as Malta’s first wedding planner. Her keen eye for detail resulted in being handpicked the prestigious task of organising the Commonwealth Businesswomen Awards during the CHOGM, London.