The third event of MSF 2023, centred around the theme Sustain Tomorrow Today, aims to raise awareness about the need for affordable housing solutions. Having adequate and affordable housing is a key driver and contributor towards achieving all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The event will showcase perspectives from local and foreign experts, backed by research, and shed light on the current housing situation. A dynamic panel discussion will examine current affordable housing solutions in Malta and their sustainability. The session will conclude with practical suggestions towards future sustainable actions.

17:30 Introduction, Dr Daniel Gravino, Resident Academic, Department of Economics, University of Malta

17:35 Welcome address, Mr Marcel Cassar, CEO, APS Bank

17:40 Keynote Address, Hon. Roderick Galdes, Minister for Social and Affordable Accommodation

17:50 Malta’s Housing Affordability Insights, Dr Brian Micallef, Executive Head – Policy, Housing Authority

18:05 International perspective on Affordable Housing, Ms Sorcha Edwards, General Secretary, Housing Europe

18:20 Panel Discussion with Q&A, moderated by Dr Daniel Gravino:

- Dr Jake Adam Azzopardi – CEO, Foundation for Affordable Housing

- Mr Miguel Calleja – Product Portfolio Manager, APS Bank

- Dr Rachael M Scicluna – Lead Researcher & Consultant, SOS Malta and Chairperson, Guardian of Future Generations

- Mr Matthew Zerafa – CEO, Housing Authority

19:15 What’s Next? Ms Charmaine Mangion, Chairperson, The Housing Development Fund

19:25 Concluding Remarks, Ms Liana DeBattista, Chief Strategy Officer, APS Bank