March 5, 2025

Assiut University and Al-Azhar University jointly organized a field visit to the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency in Assiut under the "Partnership for Growth" initiative. The visit aimed to strengthen engagement between university students and the agency, equipping youth with essential knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, and preparing them for the labor market in alignment with the goals of sustainable development and Egypt’s Vision 2030.

The visit was organized by the Center for Monitoring and Studying Community Problems at Assiut University, in cooperation with Al-Azhar University. The program introduced students to available opportunities for project support and funding, as well as mechanisms for vocational training and career development.
Commenting on the initiative, Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, highlighted the importance of such programs in building youth capacities and contributing to sustainable development.

The visit concluded with several key recommendations, including the establishment of mentorship programs, entrepreneurship training courses, and encouraging students to volunteer and engage in real-world work environments to gain practical experience.