As part of Suez University’s community service role in serving citizens and supporting the state’s efforts toward sustainable development, and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heneigal, President of Suez University, and under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Osama Kaddour, Acting Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, the University’s Community Service and Environmental Development Sector organized a comprehensive medical and awareness caravan at the Youth for Good Association in the Kibrit El Bahara area of Al-Ganayen District. The event was held as part of the “Ahlina” initiative, in cooperation with the Youth Leading Youth (YLY) team.

Prof. Dr. Heneigal emphasized that the university places community service and environmental development at the top of its priorities, in fulfillment of its national responsibility and developmental mission. He noted that medical and awareness caravans are among the university’s most important means of reaching citizens in different areas and providing free health, educational, and awareness services that contribute to improving quality of life and supporting the Egyptian state’s vision for sustainable development.

The university president added that Suez University will continue to organize more community caravans and activities targeting the most vulnerable groups, while ensuring greater integration of efforts among the university’s various faculties and sectors to maximize the benefits provided to citizens.

The caravan provided medical examinations and therapeutic consultations in several specialties, including orthopedics, ophthalmology, pediatrics, internal medicine, physical therapy, dentistry, and dermatology. Residents of the area received medical examinations, necessary medical guidance and consultations, as well as free medications.

The caravan also included an awareness seminar on breast diseases, addressing the importance of early detection of tumors, preventive measures, and the importance of regular medical follow-up. Blood glucose measurement services were also provided to citizens.

As part of the university’s literacy efforts, literacy-level assessment tests were administered to 150 citizens, of whom 38 successfully passed the tests. This initiative reflects the university’s commitment to contributing to the fight against illiteracy and improving the educational level of community members.

A total of 537 residents benefited from the medical examination and free medication services provided during the caravan.

The caravan also featured an awareness seminar entitled “Education and Women’s Empowerment in the National Population and Development Strategy.” The seminar highlighted the importance of education as a fundamental pillar of human development and addressed the role of women’s empowerment in supporting comprehensive development and enhancing women’s active participation in various social, economic, and educational fields.