Nominations are now officially live for the FreeHour Youth Awards 2026, recognising some of the most talented, inspiring and impactful young people across Malta and Gozo.Anyone aged 13 to 27 can put themselves forward or nominate someone else across a wide range of categories spanning innovation, arts, sport, advocacy and achievement.This year’s categories include:Music Artist of the YearAthlete of the YearStudent Achievement of the YearEntrepreneur & Innovator of the YearEducator of the YearMental Health Advocate AwardEnvironmental Impact AwardPolitical Activist of the YearFitness Transformation of the YearSports Team of the YearStudent Organisation of the YearVisual Artist of the YearPerforming Arts ExcellenceContent Creative SpotlightGame Grandmaster AwardInternational Star AchievementSustainable Project of the Year.The awards aim to shine a spotlight on Malta’s next generation of leaders, creatives, changemakers and high achievers making a real difference in their communities and beyond.FreeHour thanked its partners and sponsors including Government of Malta, Bank of Valletta, Campus Hub and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism for helping make the initiative happen.Nominations are currently open online through FreeHour’s official platform.Who will you be voting for?•