Egyptian
Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsi attended the signing of a co-operation
protocol between the Ministry of Social Solidarity and the Sawiris Foundation
for Social Development to support social solidarity units at Egyptian
universities.
Morsi expressed her
gratitude to the Sawiris Foundation for its ongoing partnership with the
ministry, highlighting the importance of the social solidarity units’ project
in providing essential support to university students.
She emphasized that
universities today play a broader role beyond academics, as they now focus on
equipping students with practical and professional skills to integrate into the
labor market.
Mohammad El-Aqabi,
Assistant Minister of Social Solidarity and General Supervisor of Social
Solidarity Units at Egyptian Universities, explained that the protocol aims to
establish clear frameworks for co-operation. The initiative will focus on
empowering students economically and implementing development programs agreed
upon by both parties.
As part of the
agreement, 2,000 final-year university students will receive professional
training through an accredited training company to meet high-quality standards.
Additionally, an integrated marketing plan will be developed to promote the
project’s objectives and activities.
Laila Hosni,
Executive Director of the Sawiris Foundation, affirmed that this collaboration
reflects a shared commitment to empowering young Egyptians and expanding their
opportunities.
She noted that the
initiative is part of a larger effort to establish social solidarity units in
universities, reinforcing the foundation’s dedication to sustainable
development based on scientific principles.
Source: The Egyptian
Gazette