“Your Life Matters” – Ain Shams University Faculty of Dentistry Hosts an Initiative to Promote Women’s Health and Enhance Psychological and Social Awareness
Written and photographed by: Sayed El-Helbawy
As part of Ain Shams University’s ongoing efforts to promote health, psychological, and social awareness, the Faculty of Dentistry hosted activities under the “Your Life Matters” initiative, launched by the Women’s Support and Anti-Violence Unit at Ain Shams University. The Faculty organized an awareness event as part of the initiative on October 11 and 12, 2026, at the Faculty’s Computer Lab. The event aimed to support women’s health, raise awareness of the importance of mental well-being, and promote prevention and community empowerment.
The event was held under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University, and Prof. Dr. Kariem El-Batouty, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, and under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Walaa Hamed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, and Dr. Yasmine Gamal, Director of the Community Service Projects Unit. It reflects the Faculty’s commitment to actively participating in university initiatives that serve the community and raise awareness of health, psychological, and social issues.
Specialized Contributions Combining Psychological Support and Community Empowerment
The event featured a distinguished group of specialists in women’s support, mental health, and social sciences.
Dr. Hend El-Helaly, Director of the Women’s Support and Anti-Violence Unit at Ain Shams University, highlighted the Unit’s role in supporting women, raising awareness of their rights, strengthening support and empowerment mechanisms, and introducing the available support services within the University.
Dr. Amani Abdel Aal, Clinical Psychologist, addressed key aspects of mental health, emphasizing the importance of psychological balance, positive coping with everyday stress, and seeking professional support when needed to promote emotional stability and improve quality of life.
Prof. Dr. Soheir Safwat, Head of the Department of Philosophy and Sociology at the Faculty of Education, Ain Shams University, discussed the social dimensions of women’s issues and highlighted the role of families, educational institutions, and society in creating a supportive environment based on respect, cooperation, and solidarity, while encouraging women’s participation in various fields.
Together, these contributions emphasized the importance of viewing women’s health as an integrated system encompassing physical and mental well-being, social support, and empowerment, helping women navigate challenges and achieve balance in their family, professional, and social lives.
Mental Health, Prevention, and Empowerment: Key Messages of the Initiative
The event focused on several key themes, including health and prevention, empowerment and equal opportunities, awareness, and support. It emphasized the importance of fostering a culture that values mental health, encourages informed responses to everyday pressures and challenges, and corrects misconceptions associated with seeking psychological and social support.
The event also highlighted the importance of raising community awareness that mental health is an integral part of overall health and that providing a supportive environment for women contributes to improving their quality of life and strengthening their ability to participate positively in society.
The Faculty of Dentistry: An Active Role in Community Service
The Faculty of Dentistry’s hosting of this event reflects its commitment to supporting university initiatives, strengthening the role of the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, and expanding awareness activities that promote health, psychological, and social well-being.
The event also demonstrates the Faculty’s dedication to collaborating with various university units to deliver comprehensive awareness messages that foster prevention and empowerment and reinforce the shared responsibility of institutions and individuals in supporting women’s health and psychological and social well-being.
The “Your Life Matters” initiative conveys an important humanitarian and community message: supporting women begins with awareness, and caring for their mental and social well-being is an essential step toward building a more cohesive society that is better equipped to face challenges.
Together, for better health, greater awareness, and a society that better supports women.