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The MFPA was set up to create the climate necessary for the development of an interdisciplinary approach to their work.

MFPA comprises of 17 professional organisations representing more than 10,000 professionals in Malta. It was founded in 1971 by 7 associations, 4 of which are still members today: Chamber of Engineers, Dental Association of Malta, Malta Institute of Accountants and the Medical Association of Malta. MFPA aims to promote professions for excellence in professional standards, promote interprofessional relationships and contribute towards the advancement of the interests of society. The current members are:
Association of Podiatrists of Malta
Association of Speech-Language Pathologists
Chamber of Engineers
Dental Association of Malta
Kamra tal-Periti
Malta Association for the Counselling Profession
Malta Association of Occupational Therapists
Malta Association of Physiotherapists
Malta Association of Professional Conservators and Restorers
Maltese Association of Social Workers
Maltese Association of Youth workers
Malta Chamber of Pharmacists
Malta Chamber of Psychologists
Malta Institute of Accountants
Malta Veterinary Association
Medical Association of Malta
Society of Medical Radiographers

17/09/2026

Wednesday 16th September 2026

*Small states do not necessarily need greater distance between people. They need greater clarity between roles.*

*STATEMENT*

Recent public discussion has highlighted the close proximity that can exist in Malta between political decision-makers, regulators, professionals and major economic operators.

The Malta Federation of Professional Associations (MFPA) does not seek to prejudge the conduct of any individual or enter into partisan political debate. It does, however, believe that the issues raised provide an opportunity to reflect on good governance within the realities of a small jurisdiction such as Malta.

Malta’s size can be one of its greatest strengths. Short lines of communication and accessibility between institutions, professionals and enterprises allow our country to respond quickly, solve problems pragmatically and punch above its weight. We should not lose this advantage through unnecessary bureaucracy.

However, proximity must be supported by clear safeguards. Access should never become privilege, nor should informal communication create, or appear to create, different standards of treatment.

The MFPA therefore encourages Government, public authorities and regulators to maintain clear, proportionate and transparent protocols governing access, conflicts of interest, material representations and regulatory decision-making, applied equally and consistently to all.

Good governance should not make a small country less agile. It should provide the clarity and confidence that allow accessibility to remain one of its strengths.

*Small states do not necessarily need greater distance between people. They need greater clarity between roles.*

17/07/2026

We are pleased to announce that MCP President Ms. Gail Debono has been elected to represent the professional sector within the Civil Society Committee (CSC) of the Malta Council for Economic and Social Development (MCESD).

This appointment follows her nomination through the Malta Federation of Professional Associations (MFPA). Ms. Debono also serves on the MFPA Council, representing the Malta Chamber of Psychologists.

Congratulations to Ms. Debono on this well-deserved recognition and appointment.

27/06/2026

The Malta Federation of Professional Associations' President, James Licari and Vice-President (Administration) Tias Camilleri De Marco attended the CEPLIS General Assembly in Portugal. CEPLIS is the European Confederation of Independent Liberal and Permanent Professions, representing and supporting liberal professionals across Europe. During the assembly, key topics such as professional gender equality, governance, and AI's impact on professions were discussed. Maltese representation in these forums remains vital!

15/05/2026

A delegation from MFPA attended the closing conference for SD4EU, an EU-funded project, which was held at EESC - European Economic and Social Committee, Brussels.

MFPA is proud to have partnered once again with the project leaders Confprofessioni on such an important topic: Gender Equality. We have moved forward but there is still a lot of work to be done and it is our duty, as representatives of professionals in Malta, to maintain communication with different policymakers and social partners to continue working for a Union of Equality.

06/02/2026

🔎 Gender equality in EU policies: a “moving target”

Gender equality in the European Union is often presented as a settled and well-defined principle.
However, our Deliverable D2.1 – Report on the concept of gender equality in EU policies and law, developed within the project Social Dialogue for a Union of Equality (SD4EU) and led by Confprofessioni, shows why this is not the case.

📌 Key message
Gender equality in EU policies is not a fixed concept, but a moving target.

The analysis of EU law and public policies highlights that gender equality:
▪️ evolves alongside social change
▪️ responds to transformations in the labour market
▪️ is continuously shaped by political priorities and legal developments

Rather than a stable definition, gender equality emerges as a dynamic and evolving concept, reflecting changing understandings of work, care, rights and inequalities across policy areas and over time.

This perspective is central to the objectives of SD4EU, supporting more coherent, inclusive and future-oriented EU equality policies.

📄 Deliverable D2.1 is part of WP2 and contributes to ongoing relections within the project on the evolving meaning of gender equality in EU policies and law: https://lnkd.in/dvgVYeXz

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30/01/2026

The Malta Federation of Professional Associations continues meetings and discussions with policymakers and different entities to emphasise our role in contribution to society.

Together with David Agius we discussed the importance of maintaining professional standards to safeguard the service citizens receive, volunteering, our role in society and much more.

13/01/2026

A delegation of MFPA Council attended a meeting with Prime Minister Dr Robert Abela, and Ministers Michael Falzon, Julia Farrugia and Jo Etienne Abela. We discussed various matters related to professionals including the importance of consultation with professional organisations in policy making.

05/11/2025

MFPA today held a meeting with Opposition leader Dr Alex Borg, and MPs David Agius and Ivan Castillo We discussed the importance that professionals are involved in policy making, the dire need to review regulatory bodies and the involvement of professional organisations in policies.

31/10/2025

🚀 The SD4EU project newsletter is online and available on our website!

From innovative approaches to practical results, this newsletter is your gateway to understanding how SD4EU is driving more inclusive and effective social dialogue across Europe.

📩 Don’t miss out – read it now and stay inspired: https://tinyurl.com/39mjytst

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