About

Matthias Iannis Portelli (he/him) is a 20 year old Maltese-European who grew up in L-Andrijiet Rabat and is currently residing in Paola.

Matthias’ educational path is centred around his passion for politics and history, thus, he has pursued European and Classic Studies.

Matthias holds a deep-seated ambition to enter politics and make a meaningful difference in his homeland. His passion for political science has transformed into an unwavering commitment to utilise his knowledge and skills for the betterment of Malta and Europe.

This dedication was further cemented during his university years and his involvement with Volt Malta, which further fuelled his dedication to the field of politics.

Matthias joined VoltMalta and VoltEuropa in 2020, serving in various roles including Policy Lead which played a crucial role in constructing the party’s manifesto for the 2022 General Election.

In December 2022, he was elected as the Vice-President of Volt Malta and will help lead the party in the upcoming European Parliament and Local Council elections due 2024.

Spokesperson for policies on:

• Agriculture
• Business
• Cybersecurity
• Gozo
• Golden Passports
• Maltese Diaspora
• Prison System
• Robotics
• Sex Work
• Students

Responsibilities in the party:

• Expansion
• Events
• Policy