DearStudent,
For the first time, I have the honour of leading the team in this electoral campaign. This year, we chose to focus on progress—on taking the next step forward—and that’s why we embraced the slogan "Nibnu fuq li ksibna." Because we truly believe that SDM has made great strides within the council, and now we carry the desire to keep moving forward, to build upon the successes we've already secured.
We want this year to be one of achievement and, more importantly, of involvement. We want students to connect with this team, to raise their voices and be heard. After all, a council without students is nothing. Your voice is our strength, and your engagement is our mission.
This journey isn’t just about policies and projects—it’s about students. It’s about each and every one of you who dreams of a better university experience, who wants to be part of something meaningful. Whether it’s through giving feedback, joining initiatives, or simply showing support, you make the difference. Help us make your University experience a better one.
Join us. Approach us. Speak with us. Let’s shape this year together, hand in hand. Together, we can be the difference.
NedvedRefalo
SDM President
To coordinate themed campus weeks (e.g., Health Week, Sustainability Week, Arts Week) to engage students with diverse topics throughout the academic year.
1. To lobby for better and more adequate study spaces across campus, particularly near the Medical School.
2. To refurbish the KSU - PwC Common Room to create a more student-centred space.
5. To organise capacity-building sessions (sessions that enable student organisations and representatives to develop and strengthen their skills and abilities).
3. To establish a KSU Alumni Network to strengthen student connections with graduates for mentoring and career advice.
6. To launch a mental health awareness campaign in collaboration with professional bodies, aiming to destigmatise mental health issues and promote accessible support services.
4. To form a subcommittee to prepare for the celebrations of KSU’s 125th anniversary.
7. To advocate for stronger student representation across various university structures.
8. To introduce a stationery vending machine to meet students’ daily needs.
To continue advancing the Quadrangle Greening Project, with the aim of making the university campus a more welcoming and sustainable space, while also contributing to environmental awareness and education.
9. To build on current efforts to enhance campus spaces such as the Quadrangle, through engaging initiatives like the life-size chess installation and similar studentfocused projects.
14. To continue ensuring that students’ voices are heard in decisionmaking processes, and that the student body is respected for its importance.
10.To regularly update the KSU website to improve access to key services and information, making it a more effective and student-friendly platform.
15. To work hand-in-hand with the Public Relations Officer to develop campaigns celebrating KSU’s 125th Anniversary, highlighting the Council’s history and promoting student activism.
11.To work to improve the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities within Students’ House.
12.To promote leadership development and capacity building within the KSU Executive and student organisations, strengthening our ability to represent and support the student body effectively.
13.To collaborate with the Education Officer and a number of NGOs to develop a KSU Academy aimed at building general life skills, such as financial management, self-care, and active citizenship.
16. To explore the possibility of creating a publication to commemorate KSU’s 125th Anniversary, showcasing the Council’s legacy to both the student body and the general public.
17. To work with each office to develop internal guides for key annual events and tasks, ensuring that sufficient time is allocated for the continuous improvement of the Council’s initiatives.
To focus on launching the Pharma Box, providing quick access to essential items for students.
18. To expand the network of corporate partners and maximise their positive impact on the student community.
19. To enhance student organisation presence during Freshers' Week and upgrade the conditions of the Organisations Tent.
22. To seek to extend the library’s opening hours, giving students access to study spaces for longer periods.
23. To continue organising the TEDxUniversityofMalta Conference, aiming to foster the spread of great ideas on university grounds.
20. To enhance student organisation visibility during KSU’s Organisations Day and Careers Week by providing a larger platform.
21. To open discussions with the University of Malta to explore the implementation of improved campus-wide security measures.
24. To organise regular meetings with student organisations to understand their needs and offer support.
25. To pursue sponsorships that directly benefit students, such as providing snacks for the Night Time Study Area.
26. To promote better use of the KSU lockers, offering students a secure space for temporary storage.
To consider allocating a dedicated budget to assist student organisations in establishing or upgrading their internal organisation, filing systems, and revamping their office spaces.
27. To assess the potential to collaborate with the University to re-purpose the existing university track into a multifunctional space, including the installation of a synthetic turf pitch alongside a functional athletics track.
30. To secure additional funding for initiatives supporting UM students participating in international conferences, competitions, and cultural exchanges.
28. To investigate the implementation of a streamlined and student-friendly booking system for facilities across campus, particularly sports venues, to enhance accessibility and convenience for all students.
31. To introduce a regular newsletter addressed to student organisations, providing concise updates on key decisions made by the KSU to enhance transparency and communication.
29. To examine the viability of extending the Student-Athlete Support Programme to include a broader range of student-athletes, particularly those representing the University of Malta in various sports.
32. To launch a downloadable guidebook to assist student organisations with event planning, including templates for risk assessments, checklists, marketing strategies, and access to rentable materials.
33. To propose the installation of additional water fountains, focusing on high-traffic areas and sports facilities, to promote hydration and sustainability on campus.
To re-establish the KSU newspaper in a digital format on the KSU website, featuring student journalism, student organisation opinion pieces, interviews, alumni testimonials, and updates on the overall happenings at the University of Malta.
34. To further enhance awareness of the Social Policy Office’s ‘Social Speak’ platform on the KSU website, encouraging discussion on free expression and thoughtful discourse regarding current affairs.
38. To increase visibility of the Kokka Fondi initiative through media outreach and information sessions, ensuring student organisations and individuals are aware of and can access this important financial resource.
35. To implement targeted outreach and public relations campaigns that align with KSU’s mission while allowing flexibility to evolve with student needs throughout the year.
39. To consider rolling out an informative campaign to educate students on their rights in academic settings, tenancy, part-time work, and internships, in collaboration with legal aid services and NGOs
36. To conduct the Organisations Video in the lead-up to Freshers’ Week, offering new students a vibrant, updated introduction to the many opportunities for involvement on campus.
37. To explore the idea of co-creating an International Student Guide in collaboration with student organisations, including practical advice, testimonials, accommodation tips, local culture insights, academic support, and event listings to help international students settle into life at UM.
40. To collaborate with external experts to offer University of Malta student organisations a comprehensive workshop aimed at professionalising their branding and public relations strategies. This initiative seeks to enhance their outreach capabilities, optimise event engagement, and foster a unified, impactful presence both on and off campus.
41. To foster stronger communication between KSU, student organisations, and the student body through a more hands-on, proactive approach, building on current initiatives such as What’s On Quad to increase student engagement and organisational visibility.
To push for funding towards enhancing student life through investment in outdoor social and study spaces across campus.
42. To conduct a comprehensive needs assessment across student organisations to ensure that the Kokka Fondi are aligned with their actual needs.
43. To release the Kokka Fondi earlier in the academic year, enabling more projects to be planned with their funding.
44. To launch a mini-campaign featuring testimonials and success stories from organisations and students who have benefited from the Kokka Fondi, highlighting their value and encouraging wider engagement.
45. To work towards collaborating with OCVO, MBR, and Senate to develop an Organisations Set-Up and Handover Handbook, easing transition periods and helping to reduce the stress of legal and financial obligations for KSU and student organisations.
46. To strive to organise capacitybuilding workshops on financial literacy, budgeting, revenue diversification, and funding opportunities for student organisations, building a stronger, more independent student community.
47. To assist in developing a policy paper on medical education, advocating for improvements to the medical school.
48. To continue advocating for and working towards updates on a clear and actionable plan regarding the promised medical school.
49. To discuss and publish quarterly financial summaries outlining how student funds are being managed and allocated, boosting financial transparency.
50. To help organise a commemorative campaign for KSU’s 125th Anniversary, including merchandise, historical showcases, and sustainable, well-planned events.
51. To act as a point of communication for other organisations and committees, assisting them with VO compliance, recognition, and any related issues.
To offer a shared library of editable Canva and Photoshop templates, icons, and assets to help student organisations create high-quality, consistent visuals with ease.
52. To lobby for the creation of a dedicated space where student photographers, videographers, editors, illustrators, and designers can connect, collaborate, and contribute to KSU campaigns.
53.To explore the possibility of partnering with local Maltese illustrators, photographers, and digital artists to co-create limitededition content or design pieces (such as wallpapers, zines, or posters) themed around student life, celebrating local talent while refreshing the KSU brand.
54.To invite students to reimagine a campus space or event, blending creativity with community vision, and spotlighting submissions across media platforms.
55.To focus on delivering student life hacks, mini-interviews, fast facts, and campus trends in an authentic and relatable manner.
56.To discuss the possibility of expanding visual storytelling across media platforms, using studentsubmitted videos, reels, posters, and recipes celebrating different backgrounds.
57. To organise quick, informal creative brainstorming meetups between student organisations and media volunteers to boost campaign ideas.
58. To propose bold, portrait-based posters highlighting real students, staff, and volunteers behind the scenes, printed and shared digitally.
59. To spotlight students working in design, media, communications, or advertising through short-form features, linking KSU media activities to future career development opportunities.
60. To develop a "Year in Review" digital showcase, highlighting visuals, student quotes, events, and stories from the entire academic year.
61. To implement a live online board or a physical display showcasing upcoming campaigns, events, deadlines, and media volunteer opportunities.
To hold monthly academic workshops on essential skills such as research methods, academic writing, coding fundamentals, and data analysis — for example, a “How to Structure Your Dissertation” session accessible to students across all faculties
62. To build on last year's short courses by organising in-person sessions on public speaking, CV writing, time management, study skills, and other practical topics that support students' academic and personal growth.
63. To organise tailored events within each faculty, such as career-focused talks with local firms and networking mixers with alumni, to give students direct access to industry insights and future opportunities.
64. To talk with companies for a possible collaboration to offer paid internships to students.
65. To explore the implementation of hybrid lectures for Gozitan students during cases of severe weather, especially when the Fast Ferry service is unavailable.
66. To introduce student-led sessions within the KSU Academy, where experienced students can share tips on coping with courses, placements, and thesis work.
68. To collaborate with transport authorities and university administration to explore options for guaranteed ferry reservations for Gozitan students, ensuring reliable travel to and from Malta.
69. To work towards establishing consultations between KSU and faculty representatives to review and improve timetable scheduling, aiming to reduce excessive gaps between classes and improve student well-being and productivity.
70. To develop a support system for students uncertain about their course or career path — including personalised career counselling, workshops for career exploration, and expanded tools through the KSU Career Finder app.
71. To advocate for earlier communication of placement locations for Gozitan students, particularly within health sciences faculties, to allow sufficient time for accommodation and travel planning when placements are scheduled in Malta.
67. To work with university administration to ensure timely and constructive assignment feedback, with clearer guidelines provided across faculties.
72. To address the issue of limited support from some thesis supervisors by proposing clearer guidelines outlining supervisor responsibilities, and by introducing a system for students to report concerns when necessary.
To fight for increased work opportunities closer to the University by negotiating with Jobsplus for the expansion of the Work Exposure and Traineeship Schemes, enabling full-time students to work at KSU, within the University, and in nearby areas
73. To investigate the availability of non-commercialised community and green spaces in Malta, and to lobby for the refurbishment and enhancement of these areas nationwide, culminating in a policy paper with the aim of sparking a national movement.
74. To highlight potential improvements to the Erasmus+ Study Programme based on feedback from past students, while also working towards subsidising both international and national travel for students more broadly.
75. To advocate for the revival of the Student Worker Schemes, through which students can access paid summer jobs tied to student organisation-led projects, supported by government or private funding.
76. To lobby for issues such as the cost-of-living crisis and the quality of tertiary education to be placed at the forefront of political agendas, including those of the Government, Opposition, and third parties.
77. To join KNZ in its campaign against unpaid internships, promoting fair compensation for student contributions.
78. To review and highlight the three major expenses affecting the majority of the student body, both on campus and beyond, and to work with relevant entities to identify solutions that ease these financial pressures.
79. To “Turn the Tables” by launching a KSU Policy Office initiative that assesses and grades the performance of the Government and Opposition during the 2025–2026 scholastic year.
80. To promote “representation that follows you ” by initiating discussions with professional unions regarding reduced membership fees for recent graduates during their first one or two years of membership.
To explore the possibility of organising visits to Natura 2000 (N2K) sites in Malta — such as Buskett, Xrobb l-Għaġin, and other walking trails — to highlight Malta’s natural beauty while promoting healthy lifestyles.
81. To maintain KSU’s representation within the European Students’ Union and all other affiliated organisations, while working to shed more light on this important aspect of KSU’s work.
85. To continue supplying period lockers as needed and to broaden their scope by including sexual health products.
82. To continue developing and promoting the Erasmus+ booklet, ensuring it is easily accessible to all students while also highlighting other international opportunities.
86. To continue organising campus tours and orientation events to help international students feel informed and welcomed.
87. To work more closely with the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) to open more opportunities for student involvement.
83. To consider reintroducing the buddy system for international students to help them familiarise themselves with life in Malta.
88. To collaborate with the Public Relations Officer to create awareness campaigns highlighting taboo topics and current issues affecting the student body.
84. To continue organising events for international students that allow them to embrace their own cultures while gaining a deeper understanding of Maltese culture.
89. To act as an intermediary to assist international students in finding suitable accommodation.
To widen the scope of KSU Art Fund to include a KSU Culture grant dedicated to supporting student-led cultural initiatives, original performances, art exhibitions, or creative campaigns.
To revive and modernise Festa Campus, building upon the original concept introduced in previous years.
90. To extend the tradition of the annual Orgs BBQ an event that connects individuals from various student organisations across different faculties, with the aim of building a stronger sense of community.
91. To organise a hands-on workshop series exploring the creative, technical, and logistical elements of forming and sustaining a band
92. To explore improvements to the Kokka Cooks initiative.
93. To relaunch and elevate ‘Set to Stage’ as a dynamic series of workshops and panel discussions focused on different roles and sectors in the arts industry, offering students direct exposure to professionals in film, theatre, music, and visual arts.
94. To reinvent the annual Car Treasure Hunt by introducing a fresh and engaging format.
95. To establish a platform or website that facilitates networking and collaboration opportunities for emerging artists and creatives.
96. To organise a Freshers' and a Welcome Back Party that serve as vibrant celebrations to mark the beginning of the academic year
97. To invest in upgrading KSU’s audiovisual and media equipment, ensuring students and organisations have access to professional tools that elevate the quality of their events, content, and performances.
98. To introduce a day-long indoor sports tournament bringing together students from various backgrounds
99. To collaborate with local studios or producers to offer subsidised recording opportunities for student musicians, podcasters, and content creators, encouraging creative output and professional development.
100. To broaden the scope and accessibility of the Arts Fund in collaboration with the Financial Officer, enabling more students to participate in national cultural festivals, independent productions, and artistic opportunities beyond campus.
101. To continue the 'Battle of the Orgs' event, strengthening bonds between student organisations and encouraging friendly competition.
102. To partner with the Malta Football Association (MFA) and Malta Rugby Football Union (MRFU) to promote and sell discounted tickets for national team matches, encouraging student engagement with local sport.
103. To host a formal, celebratory event dedicated to congratulating recent graduates, providing them with meaningful recognition and a memorable conclusion to their university journey.