Cairo University’s Anti-Violence Against Women Unit recently organized the closing ceremony of the “16 days of global activities to combat violence against women” under the slogan “Together for a Safe University Environment for All”, in which the University participated in from November 25 to December 10, with many activities and events. Mohamed Othman Al-Khasht, president of the university, explained that the policy of the anti-violence unit and its principles are compatible with the goal of developing the Egyptian mind, as it is concerned with changing the way it thinks towards women, and raising awareness that university education must be safe for all. For her part, Dr. Heba Noah, Vice President of Cairo University for Education and Student Affairs, said that the university is working to give graduates all the support and knowledge needed to become mentally and physically qualified to avoid and prevent all forms of violence. Head of the Anti-Violence Against Women Unit, Dr. Howaida Mostafa, noted that the unit aims to implement all policies relevant to combat violence against women, from training cadres to spreading a culture that supports the status of women. Cairo University is a pioneer…
Cairo University’s Anti-Violence Against Woman Unit Aiming to Create ‘Safe Environment for All’
December 11, 2019
