6 June 2026

The National Center for Social and Criminological Research announces the opening of submissions for research paper proposals to participate in its 26th Annual International Conference, titled “Cities and New Urban Communities in Egypt: Developmental Horizons and Future Visions.”

Researchers wishing to participate are invited to submit their paper proposals in accordance with the conference requirements and timelines, which are outlined in the conference brief available via the following link:
Conference Information and Submission Details

18 June 2026

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector organized, on Monday, 18 May, the initiative titled “Together… for a Safe Work Environment”, aiming to enhance preventive awareness among employees of the General Administration of Rest Houses and Faculty Members’ Housing. The initiative runs over two days under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Ahmed El-Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, and in the presence of Mr. Osama El-Sayed and Mr. Ayman Shehata, Assistant University Secretaries.

Professor El-Minshawy affirmed that Assiut University is committed to embedding a culture of occupational safety and health across all its sectors through specialized awareness and training programs that enhance employees’ efficiency and strengthen their ability to respond effectively and consciously to risks and emergencies. He noted that providing a safe and sustainable work environment is a key pillar of the University’s strategy to support human resources and improve the quality of the working environment.

The initiative is implemented in cooperation between the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, the Energy Management Center, the University’s Civil Protection Administration, and the General Administration of Rest Houses and Faculty Members’ Housing. It is held under the supervision of Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset, Supervisor of Occupational Safety and Health across university sectors and university hospitals; Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Malek, Director of the Energy Management Center; Brig. Gen. Ibrahim Aanous, Advisor to the University President for Civil Protection; Mr. Mostafa Gaber, General Director of the General Administration of Rest Houses and Faculty Members’ Housing; and Mr. Mohamed Abdel-Aal, Supervisor of Civil Protection at the University.

During his lecture titled “Your Safety is Our Responsibility,” Professor Mohamed Ahmed El-Adawy emphasized the importance of implementing occupational safety and health regulations and procedures. He explained that the initiative is grounded in the University’s belief in the importance of the human element, and that safeguarding employees’ health and safety is not only a legal obligation but also an ethical responsibility that contributes to a safe and stable work environment. He further highlighted that a safe workplace is a fundamental pillar of sustainable development, as it reduces risks, increases productivity, and enhances employee satisfaction.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset presented the concept of occupational safety and health in accordance with the international ISO 45001 standards, outlining its various fields, including industrial safety, occupational health, electrical safety, structural safety, as well as awareness and training. He also reviewed occupational safety requirements across different sectors, stressing that prevention is the first line of defense in protecting lives and property.

Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Malek, Director of the Energy Management Center, in collaboration with Mr. Mahmoud Ibrahim, Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, and Mr. Mustafa Hussein, Technician at the same department, delivered an interactive lecture addressing personal skills development, risk management, time management, coping with stress, and effective teamwork practices.

Brig. Gen. Ibrahim Aanous delivered a lecture titled “Fundamentals of Civil Protection,” in which he discussed the causes of fires, prevention methods, firefighting strategies, and practical training on the correct use of fire extinguishers during emergencies.

In the same context, Mr. Mostafa Gaber highlighted the importance of the initiative in raising preventive awareness among employees regarding occupational safety and health standards, rationalizing electricity consumption, and preventing electrical hazards. He also emphasized proper procedures in emergency situations, contributing to the establishment of a safe work culture and achieving the highest levels of safety and security for staff.

The second day of the initiative will include theoretical and practical training on preventing electrical hazards and proper handling of electrical risks in the workplace, delivered by Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Malek, Mr. Mahmoud Ibrahim, and Mr. Mustafa Hussein. It will also feature applied workshops on occupational safety and health, including inspection and monitoring procedures, documentation of observations, and immediate problem-solving approaches to prevent escalation, presented by Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Basset and Engineer Shaimaa Mohamed, Acting Director of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Additionally, a workshop on handling gas leaks and emergency situations will be delivered by Mr. Mohamed Abdel-Aal.

7 May 2026

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, Professor Mohamed Ahmed El-Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, received a delegation of representatives from information technology and training companies to explore avenues of joint cooperation and open new prospects for partnership in practical training programs. The initiative aims to better prepare University students for the requirements of the labor market.

The delegation included Engineer Ayman Eiad, Director of the Information Technology Institute (ITI) in Assiut; Mr. Ahmed Reyhan, Head of Sutherland Company for Facilities and Government Relations in Egypt and the Middle East; Mr. Omar Maher, Head of Sutherland Company for Human Resources in Egypt and the Middle East; Mr. Mohamed El-Keiky, Head of Sutherland Company for Operations in Egypt and the Middle East; and Ms. Rania Sabry, Chief Executive Officer of Trilogy in Egypt and the Middle East.

The meeting discussed mechanisms for providing specialized training programs for University students, particularly in the fields of information technology, artificial intelligence, and digital services. These programs aim to enhance students’ practical skills and improve their readiness for integration into the labor market at both the local and international levels, within the framework of preliminary proposals for future cooperation.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy emphasized the University’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with leading technology institutions to prepare graduates who are qualified and competitive. He highlighted the University’s efforts to provide real training opportunities aligned with the rapid developments in information technology and artificial intelligence.

For his part, Professor Mohamed Ahmed El-Adawy welcomed the delegation, affirming Assiut University’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with leading institutions in a way that serves students’ interests and supports capacity building. He noted that the meeting comes as part of exploratory discussions and exchange of perspectives in line with the University’s vision of quality and sustainability.

The meeting was attended by several academic leaders from Assiut University, including Professor Atef El-Naggar, Director of the Russian Language Center; Professor Noha Abdel Aziz Rizk, Director of the French Language Center; Professor Mona Hassan El-Sawy, Director of the German Language Center; and Mr. Sameh Alphonse, representing the English Language Center.

Under the patronage of Professor El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the first meeting of the Board of Directors of the Environmental Impact Assessment Center at the Faculty of Engineering was held, attended by Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development and Chairman of the Center’s Board of Directors, and Khaled Salah, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering. The meeting followed the issuance of Decision No. 1542 dated April 14, 2026, regarding the restructuring of the Board of Directors.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy affirmed that the Environmental Impact Assessment Center represents an important addition to the university’s institutional system and reflects the university’s orientation toward expanding its contributions to community service through providing specialized studies and environmental consultations based on accurate scientific foundations. He explained that the center aims to support various institutions in addressing environmental challenges, in addition to contributing to the preparation of qualified personnel with the necessary skills in the field of environmental impact assessment, thereby enhancing opportunities for cooperation with relevant institutions and keeping pace with sustainable development requirements.

At the beginning of the meeting, Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy expressed his appreciation to the university administration, headed by Professor El-Minshawy, for supporting the establishment of the center. He emphasized the center’s importance in preparing environmental impact assessment studies for various projects and providing environmental consultations needed by the community, especially in light of the growing attention to environmental issues at both the local and international levels. He also praised the role of the Faculty of Engineering and its distinguished scientific staff in supporting the center’s activities and achieving its objectives.

For his part, Dr. Khaled Salah explained that the meeting discussed several important topics, most notably initiating the procedures for registering the center with the Environmental Affairs Agency as an accredited center, in addition to organizing training courses to qualify environmental reviewers, which would contribute to enhancing the efficiency of human resources in this vital field.

The council also approved opening registration for experts cooperating in the center’s activities from among faculty members and teaching assistants at the faculty and the university. Furthermore, a specialized committee was formed to prepare the carbon footprint report for the Faculty of Engineering, along with contacting institutions interested in preparing carbon footprint studies to be implemented through the center. Several organizational and procedural matters were also discussed during the meeting.

The establishment of the Environmental Impact Assessment Center at the Faculty of Engineering comes within the framework of Assiut University’s vision to strengthen its societal role and support sustainable development efforts through providing specialized scientific and consultancy services that contribute to environmental protection and achieving a balance between economic development and the preservation of natural resources.

The Board of Directors of the center is chaired by the Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development. It includes the Dean of the Faculty, the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering for Community Service and Environmental Development, in addition to a distinguished group of specialized professors: Mohamed Abdel Salam Ashour, Mohamed Abou El-Qassem Mohamed, Magdy Mohamed Redwan Hamed, Adel Abdo Hussein Ahmed, and Nabil Yassin Abdel Shafy.

Under the patronage of Professor El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the South Egypt Cancer Institute organized a seminar on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, entitled “Crisis Management in the Medical Work Environment.” The event was held under the supervision of Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Mohamed Abou El-Magd, Dean of the Institute; Amr Farouk, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development and seminar coordinator; and Ibrahim Abou El-Oyoun, Director of the University Oncology Hospital. The seminar lecture was delivered by Amani Mohamed Sherif.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy emphasized that crisis management has become a fundamental element in improving the healthcare system, especially in light of the rapid challenges facing the medical sector. He noted that the university is keen on supporting the development of medical and administrative staff capabilities and enabling them to deal with emergencies efficiently and flexibly, in a way that enhances the quality of healthcare services provided to citizens and aligns with international safety and quality standards.

The seminar was attended by Hosny Badrawy, along with a number of faculty members, physicians, nursing staff, and institute employees.

Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy stated that organizing the seminar comes within the framework of the university’s support for community-oriented activities aimed at improving institutional performance. He pointed out that the medical work environment naturally faces crises, which require prior preparedness and the establishment of effective response mechanisms to ensure the continuity of medical services with high efficiency and quality.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Abou El-Magd explained that the seminar represents an important step toward raising staff awareness regarding crisis management of all types, especially in dealing with patients and their families. He stressed the institute’s commitment to qualifying medical and administrative teams to handle emergencies with a high level of professionalism.

Dr. Amr Farouk added that organizing such events reflects the institute’s orientation toward adopting modern management concepts, particularly crisis management, which contributes to improving the work environment and enhancing the safety of both patients and healthcare workers.

During her lecture entitled “Crisis Management in Medical Institutions,” Dr. Amani Mohamed Sherif discussed the concept of crises and their various types within the healthcare sector, including medical, operational, environmental, and human-related crises. She also reviewed the stages of crisis management, starting from prevention, moving through preparedness and response, and ending with recovery and lessons learned.

She further addressed the structure of crisis management teams, which includes logistics, communication, operations, and medical emergency teams, stressing the importance of integration among these teams to ensure rapid and efficient response. In addition, she reviewed the emergency response plan at the Oncology Hospital, which includes early warning and reporting systems, activation of the operations room, field response, evacuation procedures, recovery stages, and the importance of effective communication during crises.

At the conclusion of the seminar, Dr. Amani Sherif recommended establishing a permanent crisis management committee within the hospital, developing a specialized emergency plan for the radiotherapy department, conducting regular simulation drills, training all staff on first aid procedures, regularly updating emergency contact information, and connecting the hospital to the regional emergency network.

Under the auspices of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Vice Deanship of the Faculty of Engineering for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs organized a scientific symposium entitled "Waste Management and Energy Saving to Achieve Sustainable Development", under the supervision and presence of Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Adawi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Khaled Salah, Dean of the Faculty, and Dr. Salwa Abdel Rahman Megahed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development.

The seminar witnessed the participation of a group of faculty members, their assistants and staff at the college, during which Dr. Mohamed Abou Al-Qasem, Professor in the Department of Mining and Metallurgical Engineering, and Eng. Osama Saeed Anis, Head of the Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development Sector at CEMEX Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, lectured.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy stressed that the organization of this symposium comes within the framework of the university's keenness to spread environmental awareness within the university community, introduce the latest waste management practices, and promote the culture of optimal use of natural resources, in addition to linking the academic aspect with industrial applications, in support of the state's directions towards achieving sustainable development in accordance with Egypt's Vision 2030.

The President of the University pointed out the importance of developing students' environmental awareness and refining their innovative abilities in the fields of recycling and energy saving, to qualify them to participate effectively in achieving the sustainable development goals, pointing out that the symposium came out with several recommendations that can be implemented within the college, in addition to a proposal for a waste management plan on the campus, and the presentation of ideas for graduation projects and applied research in this field.

For his part, Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy explained the need to expand the application of waste-to-energy technology, pointing to the importance of integrating academic and industrial efforts to achieve tangible results in the fields of waste and energy management, as well as supporting scientific research in the fields of clean energy, increasing community awareness of the importance of preserving the environment, and enhancing cooperation between universities and industrial institutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

In the same context, Dr. Khaled Salah explained that this symposium comes within a series of seminars organized by the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector at the College, within the framework of developing awareness of environmental and community issues, and proposing engineering solutions for them, as part of the activities of the College's strategic plan for the years 2026-2030.

The Dean of the Faculty of Engineering added that today's seminar succeeded in combining two very important issues, namely waste management on the one hand, and rationalization and energy consumption on the other hand, pointing out that a pioneering experience of the Assiut Cement Factory in producing energy from waste, which provides a practical model for a sustainable solution that combines waste treatment and energy generation at the same time.

The seminar addressed several important topics, including: the link between waste management and energy, the concept of the circular economy, the role of universities in achieving sustainability, scientific research and training opportunities, and mechanisms to transform the College of Engineering into a sustainable model, in addition to reviewing the latest scientific methods and practical applications in waste management, and ways to benefit from them in energy production to contribute to reducing the environmental impact.

The symposium came out with several important recommendations, which stressed the need to work on establishing complexes for the production of energy from waste in a way that contributes to maximizing its optimal utilization, in addition to seeking to spread community awareness and provide the necessary mechanisms and incentives to implement the waste separation system from the source, as well as studying providing incentives to industrial entities to encourage them to use waste in energy production or rely on the energy sources resulting from it, to support efforts to achieve sustainable development.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, received, on Monday, May 4, a delegation of the National Center for Studies, which included Major General Ahmed Al-Shehabi, President of the Center, Major General Dr. Ahmed Farouk, Advisor to the Center, and Mr. Hani Al-Asr, Executive Director of the Center.

This meeting comes within the framework of enhancing aspects of joint cooperation between the two sides, and continuing the implementation of educational and training programs directed to university leaders and faculty members, in a way that contributes to raising the level of awareness of contemporary challenges and enhancing the readiness of academic cadres to deal with various variables.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Adawi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Sameh Abdel Salam, Advisor to the President for Financial Affairs, and Mr. Shawkat Saber, Secretary General of the University.

During the meeting, Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy welcomed the delegation of the National Center for Studies, expressing his appreciation for the fruitful cooperation between the two sides, stressing that this cooperation contributes to supporting efforts to develop the educational process, enhance training and qualification programs, and raise the efficiency of academic cadres, which reflects positively on the quality of university performance.

The President of Assiut University also praised the prominent role played by the center in enhancing strategic awareness and building national capacities in various fields, in line with the requirements of the current stage and the accelerated regional and international challenges, pointing out that the educational programs and activities provided by the center contribute to the preparation of conscious cadres capable of analyzing variables and understanding their dimensions, in a way that enhances the efficiency of state institutions at the local and international levels.

professor El-Minshawy stressed the importance of developing the skills of students and faculty members in the fields of strategic studies, national security, and modern management, explaining that these programs reflect the importance of integration between the academic and training aspects, and contribute to raising the efficiency of participants and enhancing their awareness of contemporary issues, in a way that supports the university's ability to prepare qualified cadres that keep pace with the requirements of development.

The President of the University praised the scientific content of the educational seminar organized by the National Center for Studies, stressing that it contributes to spreading awareness of strategic issues and developing the capabilities of faculty members and researchers to understand and deal with international challenges

For his part, Major General Ahmed Al-Shehabi expressed his pride in cooperation with Assiut University, stressing the keenness of the National Center for Studies to continue implementing training and awareness activities aimed at supporting building awareness of contemporary challenges, and promoting the concepts of intellectual security among faculty members and researchers, in a way that contributes to preparing cadres capable of dealing with accelerated changes efficiently and consciously.

After the meeting, Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy and the delegation of the National Center for Studies honored the deans, vice deans of colleges, and faculty members participating in the activities of the educational symposium, in appreciation of their scientific contributions and efforts in the success of the training program.

Assiut University organized, on Sunday, May 3, an educational seminar for university leaders and faculty members in the fields of hybrid warfare and security measures on scholarship tasks and international cooperation, in cooperation with the National Center for Studies, under the auspices of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of the University, and the supervision of Major General Ahmed Al-Shehabi, President of the National Center for Studies, and Dr. Mohamed Ahmed Adawi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, in the presence of Dr. Gamal Badr, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research, along with several deans and vice presidents. Colleges, faculty members, and researchers.

Dr. Gamal Badr stressed the importance of adopting the strategy of internationalization of education as a national trend, pointing to the need to raise the awareness of faculty members about the security measures related to academic work outside the country, explaining that preparing academic and research cadres capable of dealing with various international environments requires a comprehensive awareness to ensure the optimal use of scholarship opportunities and international cooperation.

For his part, Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy explained that the symposium aims to develop the awareness of faculty members and researchers in the fields of decision-making and analysis of the internal environment, in addition to addressing several topics related to Egyptian foreign policy and hybrid wars, and the challenges they pose in various international environments, stressing the importance of preparing academic cadres capable of absorbing and dealing with the rapid international changes efficiently, in a way that supports the role of universities in serving development issues and enhancing intellectual and societal security.

In the same context, Major General Ahmed Al-Shehabi, President of the National Center for Studies, during his lecture entitled "Security Measures to Be Taken Outside the State", addressed the nature of Egyptian missions abroad in the modern era, pointing to the importance of the role of envoys, stressing that the envoy abroad represents a valuable goal, which requires awareness of potential challenges and readiness to deal with any difficulties appropriately.

Major General Dr. Ahmed Farouk, Advisor to the National Center for Studies, also reviewed the concept of hybrid wars and related concepts, such as gray zone conflicts, psychological wars, cognitive wars, and cyber wars, explaining the objectives of these wars that seek to dismantle family and societal ties, in addition to addressing their stages, features, and ways to confront them, whether at the individual level by adhering to identity without intolerance, developing critical thinking skills, and selecting role models, or at the state level through monitoring and awareness mechanisms.

Mr. Hani Al-Asr, Executive Director of the National Center for Studies, pointed out the keenness of the Egyptian state to maintain the coherence of its foreign policy and its positions towards regional and international issues, while adopting a balanced approach that employs various capabilities to serve the goals of foreign policy effectively, stressing that the starting point of Egyptian foreign policy is based on protecting the interests of the state and safeguarding its national security.

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, Dr. Mohamed Adawi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, participated in the activities of the celebration organized by the Assiut Media Complex entitled "The Liberation of Sinai... The Epic of Land and Peace."

The ceremony came within the framework of the directives of Ambassador Alaa Youssef, President of the State Information Service, and Major General Tamer Shams El-Din, Head of the Internal Media Sector, and under the supervision of Mr. Hamdi Said, Head of the Central Administration of North and Central Upper Egypt, and the follow-up of Ms. Abeer Jumaa, Director of the Assiut Media Department, and the management of the events was taken over by Ms. Fatima Ahmed, Media Specialist.

The activities were attended by Major General Mohamed Abdel Salam, security advisor and strategic expert at the Nasser Higher Military Academy, Sheikh Murtaja Abdel Raouf, Director General of the Assiut Al-Azhar Preaching Region, and His Eminence Pastor Nehemiah Abdullah, representative of the Orthodox Church in Assiut.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy stressed that the anniversary of the liberation of Sinai represents a bright milestone in the history of the country, reflecting the ability of the Egyptian state to protect its capabilities and preserve its lands, pointing out the university's keenness to support and participate in national events that contribute to enhancing community awareness and highlighting the size of the sacrifices made by the people of the country to restore the land and preserve the identity.

Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy stressed that the liberation of Sinai was not just the restoration of land, but represented an integrated model for conflict management, as the Egyptian state succeeded in achieving a balance between military power and rational diplomacy, reflecting the solidity of the national will and unity of rank. He also reviewed a number of important axes, including: the results of the October War, the concept of just and unjust wars, the limits of gains and losses, the role of military power in the outbreak of wars, mechanisms for negotiation and settlement of disputes, as well as human security and the future development of Sinai.

For his part, Major General Mohamed Abdel Salam addressed the military dimensions of the liberation battle, pointing to the heroism of the Egyptian Armed Forces, which wrote the most wonderful images of sacrifice and redemption, stressing that what was achieved came as a result of careful strategic planning and a solid combat doctrine, with the importance of preserving the gains of security and stability.

In the same context, Sheikh Murtaja Abdul Raouf stressed that defending the homeland is a religious and moral duty, and that love of the land and belonging to it is at the heart of Islamic teachings, calling for instilling these values in the hearts of the youth, stressing that religion and the homeland are one message.

His Eminence Pastor Nehemiah Abdullah also stressed that throughout history, Egyptians have provided a unique model in the unity of the national fabric, and that the liberation of Sinai was the fruit of this cohesion, calling for the continuation of this spirit in building the future.

The celebration included a number of artistic and cultural paragraphs, where the choir of the Huda Shaarawy School presented national performances that expressed the heroics of the armed forces, in addition to poetry paragraphs and patriotic songs that received wide interaction from the attendees, in an atmosphere characterized by pride and pride.

Under the auspices of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Vice Deanship of the Faculty of Sugar Industry Technology for Community Service and Environmental Development organized the activities of a workshop entitled "Domestic Violence: A Silent Wound that Threatens Society", in the presence of Dr. Mohamed Adawi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Saleh Mahmoud Ismail, Dean of the Faculty, and Dr. Raymond Milad Zaki, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development. The workshop was lectured by Dr. Raghda Abdel Mohsen, Professor at the Faculty of Law, with the participation of a group of members of the Teaching staff, their assistants, and staff, in addition to a distinguished student presence.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy stressed that raising issues such as domestic violence within the university contributes to raising community awareness and enhances the role of Assiut University in discussing challenges that affect the stability of the family, pointing out the importance of providing spaces for meaningful dialogue between students and specialists to support building a balanced awareness based on knowledge and respect for societal values.

In this context, Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy explained the keenness of the university administration to organize awareness programs that address influential societal issues, stressing that this workshop represents an important opportunity to exchange experiences and offer practical visions to deal with the phenomenon of domestic violence, in a way that contributes to supporting societal stability. He added that such events contribute to raising students' awareness, promoting the values of dialogue and understanding within the family, in addition to introducing them to legal rights and protection mechanisms from various forms of violence.

For his part, Dr. Saleh Mahmoud Ismail stressed that the role of the college is not limited to educational and applied aspects, but extends to include effective social responsibility and awareness, pointing out the importance of raising these issues within the campus because of their direct impact on shaping students' awareness and building their personalities, as well as its role in spreading awareness of issues that affect the stability of the family and society.

Dr. Raymond Milad Zaki also explained that the college is keen to organize educational workshops and seminars on an ongoing basis, to spread awareness of societal issues and enhance students' participation in community service, pointing out that awareness is the first step towards making a positive change and building a society based on awareness and mutual respect.

During the lecture, Dr. Raghda Abdel Mohsen addressed several important topics, foremost of which is the introduction of the concept of domestic violence and its various types, whether physical, psychological, or economic, in addition to reviewing its most prominent social and cultural causes. She also addressed the negative effects of this phenomenon on family cohesion and its repercussions on the mental health of individuals, especially children and women, stressing the pivotal role of the law in confronting these practices and promoting justice within society.