The Alfred Mizzi Foundation (TAMF) is supporting research through the University of Malta Research, Innovation and Development Trust (RIDT). Over the years, TAMF, supported RIDT and research in the areas of stroke, diabetes and digital marketing. This time TAMF chose to support research in the social field, namely that of loneliness.

The Third Cycle of the Malta Loneliness Study 2025, continues to build on previous studies conducted in 2019 and 2022, which examined the prevalence and correlations of loneliness among Maltese individuals aged 11 years and older. This third cycle is fundamental because it will confirm (or otherwise) trends in loneliness which were established in the first parts of this research.

The donation was presented by the Chairman of The Alfred Mizzi Foundation, Julian Sammut to the CEO of RIDT, Wilfred Kenely.

Julian Sammut said that, “The Alfred Mizzi Foundation believes strongly in giving back to our society and this research falls directly within our remit. We look forward to the findings and hope that they will help to create strategies and policies for the good of the people of Malta and Gozo.” Along with material poverty, loneliness is one of the biggest issues plaguing modern society. Supporting this research is in line with TAMF’s commitment to social solidarity.