With the participation of universities from the Delta Region Universities Alliance, Dr. Sherif Khater, President of Mansoura University, inaugurated on Monday, June 16, 2025, the Delta Region Universities Summit for Sustainability and Development – From Challenge to Launch – organized by the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector at Prof. Dr. Magdy Abou Rayan Hall, Faculty of Engineering.

The opening was attended by Dr. Reda Hegazy – Former Minister of Education and President of Al-Reyada University, Prof. Dr. Abdelrazek Desouky – President of Kafr El-Sheikh University, Prof. Dr. Hamdan Rabie – President of Damietta University, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Hussein – President of Tanta University, Prof. Dr. Moawad El-Khouly – President of New Mansoura University, Prof. Dr. El-Saeed Abdelhadi – President of Horus University, Prof. Dr. Yehia El-Mashad – President of Delta University, Prof. Dr. Abdel Fattah Seddaka – President of Salam University, Prof. Dr. Orabi El-Sayed Keshk – President of Delta Technological University, and Prof. Dr. Montaser Dowidar – President of Samanoud University of Technology, as well as vice presidents of universities, deans and vice deans of faculties, experts and specialists, representatives of industrial and community organizations, journalists, and media professionals.

At the beginning of the summit, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim – Vice President of Mansoura University for Community Service and Environmental Development – highlighted that no progress can be achieved without planning, and no development without a system. He explained that the national agenda for sustainable development consists of 6 main goals and 32 sub-goals, emphasizing that universities play a vital role, especially in the fields of education and health, which are key pillars of Egypt’s National Strategy. He also outlined the Ministry of Higher Education’s efforts to realize Egypt Vision 2030 and mentioned that Mansoura University was among the first to establish a Human Rights Unit, a step later followed by other Egyptian universities.

He further elaborated on Mansoura University’s strategy for social responsibility, noting that it is the first public university to obtain ISO certification in this area. This strategy is based on three pillars: Strategic Social Responsibility Values, Strategic Goals, and Performance Evaluation of the University’s Work System. He concluded with a focus on enabling measurable outcomes in creativity and innovation across institutions in the near future.

Dr. Sherif Khater, President of Mansoura University, welcomed the university presidents and participating delegations, expressing pride in hosting the summit. He emphasized that the summit provides an important platform for exchanging ideas and experiences in the field of sustainability among regional universities, contributing to national efforts to achieve Egypt Vision 2030 and strengthening the societal role of Egyptian universities.

He also presented a report on the Delta Region Universities Alliance’s activities during the 2024–2025 academic year, during which Mansoura University had the honor of leading the alliance.

Dr. Khater then honored the member universities of the Delta Region Alliance in recognition of their tireless efforts and fruitful activities over the past year. He also formally handed over the presidency of the Alliance to Prof. Dr. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, in accordance with the rotational leadership mechanism between Mansoura and Tanta Universities. This mechanism aims to enhance cooperation and integration among member institutions, promote academic and administrative experience exchange, and support joint projects in scientific research, community development, and educational quality improvement across the region.

Prof. Dr. Mohamed Hussein expressed appreciation for Mansoura University’s leadership during the previous term and reviewed the Alliance’s action plan for the upcoming 2025/2026 term under Tanta University’s leadership.

The summit’s main session concluded, followed by a series of dialogue sessions with participation from faculty members, experts, industry partners, and civil society representatives. These sessions addressed various themes including: climate change, coastal erosion, biodiversity, architectural sustainability, digital transformation, industrial zones and the circular economy, educational challenges, and pollution.

It is worth noting that this summit reaffirms Mansoura University's commitment to supporting sustainable development goals and strengthening its role as a key contributor in building a conscious, knowledge-based society capable of formulating sustainable solutions for the future.

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✨ A Well-Deserved Tribute for Remarkable Efforts ✨

On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim, Vice President of Mansoura University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, honored the team who organized the “Basmet Khair” Clothing Exhibition, which was dedicated to the students of Mansoura University. This recognition comes in appreciation of their outstanding efforts and noble humanitarian spirit.

The exhibition was held under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Sherif Youssef Khater, President of Mansoura University, and under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs. It was supervised by Prof. Dr. Sahar Tawfik, Dean of the Faculty of Early Childhood Education and Chair of the Capacity Building and Community Awareness Committee, and Prof. Dr. Metwally Abu Sarea, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Chair of the National Initiatives and Programs Committee.

🌟 Sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributed to this initiative, which embodies the spirit of cooperation, belonging, and social responsibility.

In this way, Mansoura University leaves a true “Basmet Khair” (Mark of Goodness) — not only in the field of education, but also in the lives of its students.
All respect and appreciation to you all...

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Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim, Vice President of Mansoura University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, along with Assistant Professor Dr. Bishoy Al-Qass Sidhom Beshay, Director of the Center for Excellence and Future Foresight at the university, held a fruitful meeting with the evaluation team for the Excellence Awards at Mansoura University. This comes as part of the continuous follow-up to efforts aimed at spreading a culture of institutional excellence across the university’s various sectors.

At the outset of the meeting, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim extended his sincere thanks and appreciation to the evaluation team for their outstanding efforts in the past period. These efforts included preparing guiding manuals for the Excellence Awards, designing integrated programs to measure performance indicators—especially for the category of "Government Excellence – Distinguished Faculties"—as well as developing supportive training plans to raise awareness of excellence standards within the university.

He emphasized that excellence should be a continuous and sustainable process, not limited to evaluation or awards, but extending to the creation of a motivating work environment within faculties. He stressed the importance of establishing permanent units for excellence and future foresight in the university's faculties, to nurture innovative ideas, support quality initiatives, and form capable teams to lead development from within.

For his part, Dr. Bishoy Al-Qass Sidhom Beshay confirmed that excellence at Mansoura University is an institutional endeavor built on collaboration and team spirit, aiming to achieve real value within the institution. He added that excellence is measured by realistic success indicators that reflect the actual impact of ongoing development and improvement across various sectors.

He clarified that the purpose of evaluation is not merely to issue judgments, but to support faculties in discovering their strengths and promising opportunities, and to motivate the work environment toward adopting a culture of excellence as a daily approach that enhances the university’s competitiveness and leadership.

At the conclusion of the meeting, in a gesture that reflects appreciation and support, Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim and Assistant Professor Dr. Bishoy Al-Qass Sidhom extended their heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Samah Ayman Abdelaziz El-Morsy, a member of the Excellence Evaluators Team at Mansoura University, on the occasion of her receiving a PhD in Education from the Faculty of Education – Mansoura University, wishing her continued success and progress in her academic and professional journey.

As part of Mansoura University's role in supporting community development and enhancing effective partnerships with civil society institutions, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim – Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs – to discuss the preparation of a joint cooperation protocol between the Faculty of Agriculture, Mansoura University, and Al-Safwa Charitable Association in Al-Muqatta'a village, Sinbillawain Center, in the field of fish farming.

🎯 This cooperation aims to:

• Support small and medium-sized projects in the most underserved villages

• Transfer academic and scientific expertise from the university to the local community

• Provide hands-on training opportunities for students of the Faculty of Agriculture

• Achieve sustainable economic development through the fish farming project

🤝 This protocol is part of the university’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its developmental and service-oriented role in society.

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The Unit for Monitoring and Studying Societal Issues at Mansoura University held its regular meeting, chaired by Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim – Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, with the presence of the Unit’s Board Members, the Unit Director, and Senator Tarek Abdel Hadi – Member of the Senate. The meeting reflects the university’s commitment to monitoring societal issues and actively engaging with students’ concerns.

🔍 The meeting addressed a number of social issues and challenges facing university students, aiming to find practical and sustainable solutions that promote stability and psychological and social support within the campus.

🛠️ Several recommendations and proposals were also reviewed to enhance student services, activate the unit’s role in supporting students in need, and strengthen effective communication between the university administration and the students.

✨ Through these efforts, Mansoura University reaffirms its constant dedication to creating a safe and integrated educational environment that supports students academically and socially, and helps build well-rounded individuals who contribute to serving society and the nation.

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On Monday, May 26, 2025, Dr. Sherif Khater, President of Mansoura University, inaugurated the charitable event “Basmat Khair Clothing Exhibition,” organized by the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, headed by Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim, Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development. The event was supervised by Dr. Sahar Tawfiq, Dean of the Faculty of Early Childhood Education, in cooperation with the Egyptian Clothing Bank and several civil society organizations. It was held at the Faculty Members Club.

The opening was attended by Dr. Mohamed Atiya El-Bayoumi, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, deans of various faculties, Mr. Saad Abdel Wahab, Secretary-General of the University, faculty vice-deans, a number of teaching staff, and members of the organizing committee.

The exhibition was organized in celebration of the upcoming Eid al-Adha and reflects the university’s ongoing commitment to its societal role by providing continuous support and comprehensive care for its students. The event will run for four days, concluding on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Dr. Sherif Khater emphasized that the university remains committed to its societal responsibilities through a variety of initiatives aimed at supporting students and fostering a cohesive campus environment that nurtures a sense of belonging and unity.

He noted that such events are a true embodiment of the university’s vision to be a comprehensive care umbrella for its students, adding that the university actively collaborates with civil society institutions to maximize the benefits for all its members.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim stated that the exhibition features over 12,000 items of clothing, shoes, and bags suitable for students of various ages and sizes. He confirmed that the exhibition will continue for four days and highlighted the sector’s dedication to offering continuous community care and support to all university affiliates through various events throughout the year.

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As part of its commitment to fulfilling its societal role and responsibility toward its members and promoting health awareness, the Faculty of Pharmacy – Mansoura University hosted the "Free Egyptian Liver Medical Convoy" on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in collaboration with the Prof. Dr. Gamal Shiha Foundation for Science, Culture, and Sustainable Development, and under the supervision of the Egyptian Liver Hospital, at the faculty’s Light Hall.

This initiative was held under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Sherif Youssef Khater – President of the University, and Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim – Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, led by Prof. Dr. Manal Mohamed Eid – Dean of the Faculty, and Prof. Dr. Hany Ibrahim Qenawy – Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs. The event was also attended by Prof. Dr. Khaled Bashir – Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research, Assistant Prof. Dr. Merihan Maqlad – Director of the Professional Master’s Program in Immunology and Regenerative Medicine, along with a number of faculty members and Ms. Amal Abdel Gawad – General Manager of the Faculty.

The convoy aimed to provide comprehensive medical services to faculty members, staff, and students. Its services included medical tests, radiology, internal medicine consultations, and therapeutic nutrition, all supervised by a team of distinguished doctors.

The faculty administration extended its sincere thanks and appreciation to the Prof. Dr. Gamal Shiha Foundation for Science, Culture, and Sustainable Development and the Egyptian Liver Hospital for this generous initiative and fruitful collaboration. Special thanks were given to Mr. Mohamed El-Waseef – Executive Director of the Foundation, Ms. Inas Sittit – Director of the Foundation’s Administrative Affairs, and the dedicated team (doctors, nurses, and administrative staff), whose efforts greatly contributed to the success of the convoy’s activities.

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Under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Sherif Youssef Khater - President of Mansoura University, and Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim - Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, and under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Abeer Mohamed Zakaria - Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, and Prof. Dr. Fatma El Imam Hafez - Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs.

As part of the Faculty of Nursing's community, awareness, and social responsibility role at Mansoura University, the faculty organized a seminar titled "Infection Prevention and Control" at Al-Islah Charity Complex in Dakahlia Governorate. The seminar was conducted by Dr. Iman Refaat and Ms. Amina Salama. The seminar aimed to enhance the participants' skills in the fundamentals of infection prevention and control, including hand hygiene techniques, personal protective equipment, and the basics of cleaning and sterilization in workplace environments.

The seminar witnessed significant interaction from the attendees, through fruitful discussions and practical applications, which contributed to reinforcing concepts and developing participants' behavioral and professional skills. This event is part of a series of activities and seminars organized by the faculty in support of Mansoura University's goals of community service, social responsibility, and the development of a humane and social work environment.

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Under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Sherif Khater, President of Mansoura University, and Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim, Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development,
the Community Awareness Committee organized an outreach caravan to the city of Itay El Baroud in collaboration with the students of the Early Childhood Education College, Montessori Program, at Masa Sports Club on Monday, May 5, 2025.

The aim of the festival was to develop children's creative and social skills and to promote the Montessori philosophy in an interactive manner. The college students engaged with more than 200 children, offering them an integrated educational and recreational experience. The day included a wide variety of cultural, scientific, artistic, physical, and entertainment activities that the children thoroughly enjoyed.

Among the day's activities:

• Cultural Activities:
  These included a cultural and science corner where children learned about the continents and their unique characteristics through the continents puzzle and a colorful globe. They also explored the parts of insects such as the butterfly through the insect cabin and learned about the parts of a tree and other engaging activities.

• Sensory Activities:
  These featured knobless cylinders, which help develop children's visual discrimination of dimensions, enabling them to observe differences in height, width, and depth among the cylinders.

• Mathematics Corner:
  Included activities with geometric shapes where children became familiar with different forms. They also explored numbers and their sequences using the hundred board, red and blue rods, among other tools.

• Practical Life Corner:
  Included clothing frames that teach children self-reliance and develop fine motor skills.

Additionally, emotional development activities were introduced, where the self-control board played a key role in helping children express and understand their feelings correctly.
This boosted their ability to handle various situations calmly and confidently. These activities had a significant impact on the children, helping them develop their social and communication skills in an interactive and motivating environment.

Skill-based Activities:
Included puzzles, visual skill games, and the colored cups game, which encouraged competition among the children and enhanced their focus, attention, and speed. The game was both fun and exciting for them. There were also physical games in which children participated with their families in a joyful and cheerful atmosphere.

Art Activities:
Included free coloring with different colors, making accessories from beads, and the magical message activity, which captivated the children's interest as they enjoyed writing their personal messages.

This event was a lively and distinctive experience where the children enjoyed all the activities provided and participated enthusiastically in all the educational and recreational corners. This created a stimulating environment for them to explore and enjoy new skills in a cheerful and happy atmosphere. Parents also expressed their great happiness with the students’ participation and praised their positive impact on their children, requesting similar events to be held again due to their significant role in enhancing children's abilities and developing their skills.

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The Community Service and Environmental Development Sector at the Faculty of Early Childhood Education organized, on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, an awareness seminar under the patronage of:

Prof. Dr. Sherif Khater, President of the University,
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs.

Led by:

Prof. Dr. Sahar Tawfiq Naseem, Dean of the Faculty of Early Childhood Education and Chair of the University's Community Awareness Committee,
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samah Ramadan Khamis, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs and Coordinator of the University's Community Awareness Committee.

Speakers at the seminar:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soha Abdel Wahab Bakr, Assistant Professor of Child Psychology,
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samah Ramadan Khamis, Assistant Professor of Child Education Fundamentals.

The seminar commenced with a speech by Prof. Dr. Sahar Tawfiq Naseem, Professor of Child Curriculum, where she emphasized the significance of the seminar’s topic in addressing the increasing waves of behavioral deviations, especially violence against children. She highlighted the faculty's and the Community Service Sector's role in spreading awareness about child-rearing issues within the Egyptian society.
She also announced the launch of specialized training courses in this field, offered as a free grant for the first time to the faculty's students, aiming to motivate them to acquire this essential knowledge.

Following that, both Assoc. Prof. Dr. Samah Ramadan Khamis and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soha Abdel Wahab Bakr discussed the issue from the perspectives of child psychology and educational fundamentals that contribute to addressing this problem.

The seminar revolved around various topics, including:

• The different types of violence against children, especially physical and psychological violence, and their diverse impacts on children's mental health.

• Methods to combat violence against children and the role of community awareness in reducing it by:

  • Spreading correct information about the forms and types of violence.

  • Emphasizing the importance of minimizing violence within the family and surrounding community.

  • Paying attention to children and following up on them regularly and appropriately.

  • Developing specialized strategies for each type of violence tailored to the specific institution.

  • The necessity of conducting media campaigns and periodic awareness programs through television and social media to highlight these issues.

  • Providing timely assistance to children in need.

• How to prevent violence against children by empowering the children themselves, by:

  • Avoiding constant blame directed at children.

  • Avoiding exerting undue pressures and tensions upon them.

Finally, the speakers stressed the importance of:

• The collaboration of all educational and media institutions to combat violence against children in Egyptian society.

• Spreading various methods of protection, including legal, awareness-based, educational, and rehabilitative approaches.

At the end of the seminar, a discussion session was held where students posed their questions, which were thoroughly answered.

The event concluded with commemorative photo sessions and the end of the seminar activities.

The training workshop was wrapped up with a paper-based questionnaire to assess the participants' benefits from the workshop, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and determining topics to be addressed in future training workshops.

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Under the patronage of:
H.E. Prof. Dr. Sherif Youssef Khater – President of Mansoura University
H.E. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim – Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development

Supervised by:
Prof. Dr. Magdy Zakaria Rashad – Dean of the Faculty
Prof. Dr. Noha Ahmed Hekal – Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development

In collaboration with:
The General Syndicate of Engineers and the Faculty of Computers and Information, Mansoura University

A seminar was held under the title:
“Occupational Safety and Health in the Age of Artificial Intelligence”

📅 Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Venue: Lecture Hall 2, Faculty of Computers and Information

Honored Guests:

• H.E. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim – Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development

• H.E. Eng. Tarek El-Nabrawy – President of the General Syndicate of Engineers

• H.E. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Khaleq El-Shabrawy – UN Advisor on International Affairs and Diplomacy

Opening Remarks:

By Prof. Dr. Magdy Zakaria Rashad – Dean of the Faculty
And Prof. Dr. Noha Ahmed Hekal – Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development

Seminar Speakers and Topics:

🔹 Prof. Dr. Manal El-Oufi
Professor at the Faculty of Engineering – Alexandria University
Expert in applied research projects at the Center of Excellence for Water
General Rapporteur of the Water Committee – General Syndicate of Engineers
Topic: “The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Water Treatment and Desalination”

🔹 Eng. Mohamed Sayed El-Shazly – Consultant Speaker
🔹 Eng. Hosny Ibrahim El-Sayed Rabie – Consultant Speaker

Event Coordination:
🔸 Consultant Mohamed Abdel Fattah El-Sabba’

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