As part of Mansoura University’s celebration of International Volunteer Day, a seminar titled "Volunteer Work: Positive Performance and Self-Development" was held for the students of the Faculty of Fine Arts. The event took place under the auspices of Prof. Dr. Sherif Youssef Khater, President of the University; Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abdel Azim Mohamed, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs; and Prof. Dr. Sahar Tawfiq Naseem, Dean of the Faculty.

Speaker

The seminar was presented by Prof. Dr. Radwan Radwan Zahham, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Early Childhood Education and Director of the English Language Kindergarten Teacher Preparation Program.

Highlights of the Seminar

The discussion focused on:

• Defining volunteer work, its types, and benefits for both individuals and society.
• Various fields of volunteer work.
• Promoting and fostering a culture of volunteering.
• The significance of volunteering in arts and environmental beautification to enhance community development.
• The aesthetic and functional impact of volunteer efforts on improving and transforming the surrounding environment.

The seminar emphasized the importance of integrating volunteer work into artistic and urban design initiatives, highlighting its transformative effects on individual well-being, community health, and societal growth.