Tanta University hosts the “Challenges Champions” celebration to deliver certificates of final exemption from conscription to a number of people with disabilities

     Prof. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, participated in the “Champions of the Challenge” celebration hosted by the university to honor and hand over certificates of final exemption from conscription to a number of people with disabilities from Gharbia Governorate, in the presence of Major General Dr. Alaa Abdel Moaty, Governor of Gharbia, Major General Ahmed Mustafa Sadek, Director of the Recruitment and Mobilization Department in the Armed Forces, Prof. El-Sayed El-Ajouz, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, and Brigadier General Wael Fathy, Military Advisor to the Governorate And a group of executive and military leaders.

    Prof. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, participated in the “Champions of the Challenge” celebration hosted by the university to honor and hand over certificates of final exemption from conscription to a number of people with disabilities from Gharbia Governorate, in the presence of Major General Dr. Alaa Abdel Moaty, Governor of Gharbia, Major General Ahmed Mustafa Sadek, Director of the Recruitment and Mobilization Department in the Armed Forces, Prof. El-Sayed El-Ajouz, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, and Brigadier General Wael Fathy, Military Advisor to the Governorate And a group of executive and military leaders.

    During his speech, Prof. Mohamed Hussein welcomed the attendees to Tanta University on this important national and humanitarian occasion, marking the presentation of military service exemption certificates to a number of young people with disabilities.

    He noted that the occasion clearly reflects the strength of the Egyptian state, the integration of its institutions, and its ongoing commitment to upholding citizens’ dignity and ensuring that they can access their rights and services with ease.

    He also expressed his sincere appreciation to the valiant Egyptian Armed Forces, the shield and sword of the nation, for their sustained national, social, and humanitarian efforts. He emphasized that their vital role extends beyond protecting the nation’s borders and safeguarding its security and stability to include serving the Egyptian people and supporting the groups most in need of care and assistance. These efforts embody the highest ideals of belonging and national responsibility.

    The University President affirmed that organizing the ceremony and presenting exemption certificates to students with disabilities on the premises of Tanta University reflects the integration of state institutions and their commitment to providing services to citizens in a manner that alleviates their burdens and preserves their dignity.

    He noted that the Egyptian state, under the leadership of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, attaches great importance to empowering and integrating persons with disabilities, recognizing them as an integral part of society’s strength. He further emphasized that empowerment and equal opportunities are fundamental rights of citizenship.

    The President reaffirmed that Tanta University continues to support its students with disabilities by providing a more accessible and inclusive university environment, enhancing educational and training services, supporting vocational rehabilitation, and promoting community participation, thereby strengthening their opportunities in the labor market.

    He also extended his sincere appreciation to the families of students with disabilities, emphasizing that they are essential partners in achieving success and that the outstanding achievements realized are the result of cooperation and integration among families, the University, and state institutions.

    Furthermore, he expressed his profound gratitude to the leadership of the Egyptian Armed Forces and to all entities and organizations that contributed to the preparation, organization, and coordination of the ceremony. He also extended his appreciation to his colleagues at Tanta University for their dedicated efforts in ensuring the success of this event.

  Major General Ahmed Mostafa Sadeq expressed his profound happiness and pride in providing support and services to persons with disabilities and their families, noting that the assistance offered to them represents the very least that can be done. 

  He also conveyed the greetings of General Ashraf Salem Zaher, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Minister of Defense and Military Production, and General Ahmed Fathy Khalifa, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces.

   He further expressed his pride in being present in Gharbia Governorate, “the beating heart of the Delta and a land of generosity and industry,” and at Tanta University, which he described as “a well-established beacon of knowledge” for more than 50 years.

     Major General Ahmed Mostafa Sadek emphasized that the Armed Forces draw strong will and unwavering determination from persons with disabilities, stating, “Let us draw from you strong will, steadfast determination, the ability to give, and the resolve to overcome all difficulties.” He described them as “inspiring role models for all the youth of Egypt.” He also expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the families of persons with disabilities for their tireless efforts, their strong commitment to integrating their children with their fellow citizens, and their dedication to supporting their development and advancement. He added that this is a humanitarian mission that deserves our utmost appreciation and pride. He further affirmed that this celebration is part of the state’s ongoing efforts to provide all forms of support to persons with disabilities, promote their integration into society, and enhance their role in nation-building.

         In his opening remarks, the Governor of Gharbia expressed his great pleasure and pride in joining the “Champions of Willpower and Determination” in their celebration. He emphasized that this event reaffirms the Egyptian state’s commitment, under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, to placing people at the forefront of its priorities and ensuring that every citizen fully enjoys their rights without any form of discrimination.

    The Governor emphasized that persons with disabilities in the governorate are not merely recipients of care and attention, but rather essential partners in nation-building. He noted that they possess capabilities and strong determination that deserve the utmost respect and investment. He also praised the fruitful and constructive cooperation between the Armed Forces, Gharbia Governorate, and Tanta University, which culminated in the organization of this distinguished celebration. He further affirmed that this cooperation aligns with the state’s approach to facilitating access to public services, enhancing institutional performance, and delivering services to those entitled to them in a more efficient and humane manner.

    The Governor also extended his special appreciation and recognition to the Egyptian Armed Forces, the Tanta Recruitment and Mobilization Zone, and Tanta University for their effective national and community service roles. He noted that persons with disabilities in the governorate are an integral part of the nation’s strength, affirming that Gharbia Governorate will always remain committed to placing them among its top priorities.

     He further emphasized that everyone is working toward building a governorate better equipped to serve its people and a nation that opens the doors of hope, employment, and achievement to all. In conclusion, the Governor of Gharbia expressed his sincere gratitude to every family member, including fathers, mothers, brothers, and sisters of persons with disabilities, for their dedication and the burdens they bear in caring for their loved ones and supporting them in reaching this advanced stage of development.