Contributing to the implementation of the National Human Rights Strategy, which is closely linked to Egypt’s development plan, and within the framework of spreading, promoting, and respecting human rights culture among students and fostering their national spirit, a seminar was held at the Faculty of Fine Arts titled “Egypt’s Efforts in Promoting Human Rights Culture.” The seminar was sponsored by Professor Dr. Sherif Fakhry, the President of the University, and Professor Dr. Mohamed Orabi, the Dean of the Faculty. The seminar was delivered by Professor Dr. Shehata Gharib, the University’s Advisor for Institutional Development, and attended by many faculty members, their assistants, and students.

The seminar covered the main outlines of the National Human Rights Strategy, particularly the foundations on which this strategy is based, such as constitutional guarantees, Egypt’s commitment to international treaties, and Egypt’s Vision 2030 for sustainable development. It also addressed civil, political, cultural, social, and economic human rights, especially the right to life and bodily integrity, as well as moral human rights and how to preserve them. Additionally, the seminar discussed the importance of maintaining individual privacy as a human right and the connection between art and the dissemination of human rights principles. The seminar also highlighted the state’s efforts in this regard, including the “Decent Life” Initiative and its relation to human rights.

The seminar witnessed active student participation, with an open dialogue and responses to many inquiries.