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Under the patronage of Prof. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University; Prof. Ghada Farouk, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; and Prof. Farid Moharam El-Garhy, Dean of the Faculty of Business, the “Financial Experts” Hall at the Faculty witnessed the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that brings together the legacy of a prestigious academic institution and the ambitions of development-oriented work.

The agreement was signed by Prof. Farid Moharam El-Garhy and Dr. Mai Ibrahim El-Talawy, Member of the National Council for Human Rights and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the LEAD Foundation for Development. The comprehensive agreement aims to establish a new roadmap for preparing a generation of students and graduates capable of leading Egypt’s economic and technological landscape.

This partnership comes in line with promoting the concept of the “productive university” and training for employment. Both parties agreed to launch a series of specialized programs aimed at raising awareness of financial inclusion and enhancing entrepreneurial skills among Ain Shams University affiliates. Emphasis will be placed on artificial intelligence tools through the “CareerTech” platform, ensuring students keep pace with the rapid digital transformations shaping today’s labor market.

The MoU extends beyond professional aspects to encompass broader social and humanitarian dimensions. The Faculty and the Foundation plan to implement pioneering initiatives to empower women, youth, and persons with disabilities, while fostering a safe work environment through awareness programs on protection policies and combating violence against women. Additionally, the partnership will promote a culture of volunteerism and environmental awareness, reflecting a shared vision for contributing effectively to sustainable development and social justice.

At the operational level, this collaboration paves the way for transforming the faculty into a dynamic hub of development activities. This includes organizing periodic job fairs, hosting educational forums on small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) management, and exploring the establishment of production units and business incubators within the faculty. Continuous professional consultations will also be provided to ensure a smooth transition for graduates from academic life to professional excellence.

In this context, Prof. Farid Moharam stated that this collaboration embodies the faculty’s ambitious strategy to advance the educational system, emphasizing the importance of equipping students with the professional and digital skills required by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. He affirmed that building effective partnerships with civil society institutions remains a top priority to prepare a generation of leaders capable of driving the national economy forward.

For her part, Dr. Mai El-Talawy expressed the Foundation’s pride in collaborating with a prestigious academic institution such as Ain Shams University, noting that the Foundation will leverage its full training capabilities and expertise in sustainable development and financial inclusion to transform youth ideas into real projects that contribute to societal growth.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, Prof. Farid Moharam El-Garhy presented the faculty’s shield to Dr. Mai El-Talawy in recognition of the Foundation’s tangible efforts in supporting youth initiatives and community development, marking the beginning of a fruitful partnership aimed at empowering the Faculty of Business students both professionally and economically.