Under the patronage of Prof.
Yasser Magdy Hatata, President of Fayoum University, Prof. Sherif El-Attar,
Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, attended an educational
seminar entitled "Citizenship and Promoting a Culture of Dialogue and
Acceptance of Others." The seminar was organized by the Students for Egypt
family at the university, in cooperation with the Fayoum Media Complex,
affiliated with the State Information Service. Also the seminar was attended by
Prof. Wael Tobar, General Coordinator of Student Activities; Prof. Mohamed
Kamal, Coordinator of the Students for Egypt family; Mr. Mohamed Hashem,
Director of the Fayoum Media Complex; Ms. Hanan Hamdy, Programs Coordinator at
the Complex; and a number of students. The seminar took place on Sunday,
November 23, 2025, at the Central Library.
Prof.
Sherif Al-Attar emphasized the importance of promoting citizenship values in
building societies, stating that constructive dialogue is a fundamental pillar
for the progress of nations. He added that educational institutions, especially
universities, bear a significant responsibility in instilling these values in
young people to protect them from any misleading intellectual or cultural
invasion. He expressed his hope that such meetings would contribute to raising
awareness and elevating students' thinking.
Prof. Mohamed Kamal explained
that the term "citizenship" simplifies a reciprocal relationship
based on a shared contract between two parties: a natural party, the
individual, and a political party, the state. He continued that a culture of
dialogue is the optimal path to societal and institutional integration, but
within certain parameters, the most important of which are awareness,
listening, research, and acceptance of diversity. He added that developing a
culture of dialogue requires a deep understanding of the foundations of human
communication and respect for differing opinions, and that accepting
differences does not weaken national identity but rather strengthens social
cohesion.
Prof. Mohamed Hashem praised
the fruitful cooperation between the university and the Fayoum Media Complex in
organizing events that serve community and youth issues, in line with Egypt's
2030 strategy. He added that Egypt is a young nation, and its strength lies in
its youth. He stressed the need to prepare a generation with strong minds and
intellects to continue the development process in the new republic.
Ms. Hanan Hamdy affirmed that
the power of change comes from young people due to their energy and enthusiasm.
She stated that this seminar aims to activate and strengthen this role within
society by discussing the values of citizenship and dialogue, thus
contributing to preparing a generation capable of facing contemporary
challenges.
