Alison graduated from the University of Malta with a B.A. in Legal and Humanistic Studies (European Studies), followed by a Doctor of Laws (LL.D). She has also obtained her warrant to practice law. With a special interest in EU affairs, her LL.D. thesis focused on democratic legitimacy in EU decision-making processes. She then went on to the College of Europe in Bruges where she read for an M.A. in European Politics and Administration. She has undertaken an internship with a Maltese MEP, and has worked for a short period within the field of legal practice. She is currently employed in policy development in the area of justice and home affairs, in the Maltese public service. Alison speaks fluent English and Maltese, almost-fluent Italian, basic French and some Spanish.

"My European dream is an area of dialogue, diversity and continued peace. It is a level of integration and cooperation through which members are better placed to face the challenges of globalisation in an ever-changing world. Success and difficulty are shared with a view to continued progress across the Member States. It is an area in which equality and justice are upheld above all."