Social justice in Egypt...a new vision led by Dr. Maya Morsi
Social justice in Egypt...a new vision led by Dr. Maya Morsi
In light of the rapid economic and social transformations taking place in Egypt, social justice emerges as a pivotal value that intersects with the state’s efforts to achieve sustainable development, and while societies face complex challenges related to economic fragility and disparate opportunities, prominent individuals and national bodies continue to develop an integrated system of programs and initiatives that provide direct support and seek to empower individuals and communities, and enhance their effective participation in economic and cultural life.
Among the figures who play an effective role in this context, Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister ofSocial Solidarity stands out with a development vision that raises the profile of social justice and directs policies towards greater inclusion and sustainability. The features of this vision are evident in a series of programs that begin with supporting handicrafts, and extend to empowering people with disabilities, and providing flexible protection networks for the most vulnerable groups. From this standpoint,Protectors of the Earth In this article, it highlights the most prominent and most recent of these efforts, explaining their impact on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Egypt’s Vision 2030.
Opening of Diyarna exhibition to support handicrafts
Supporting handicrafts and heritage is one of the important paths to promoting social justice and empowering the most economically needy groups, and this is what Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity, pays special attention to, as she was keen to open the “Diyarna” exhibition for handicrafts and heritage, stressing that it constitutes a vital platform that helps artisans and small producers display their products, and opens new areas for direct selling, which contributes to improving their income and enhancing their integration into the economy. Local.
With the participation of more than 500 male and female exhibitors, the “Dyarna” exhibition presents a rich collection of products representing the diversity of Egyptian heritage, from ceramics, copper and crochet to glass, carpets and wicker, with wide participation from different governorates such as Aswan, Sohag and North Sinai, which reflects the Minister’s vision of providing social justice by supporting all regions of the Republic, without leaving anyone behind.
The efforts of Nasser Social Bank, headed by Dr. Maya Morsi, stand out as a major partner in achieving financial inclusion through sponsoring the exhibition and providing direct support to the beneficiaries of the “Mastoura” program, including bearing the cost of participation, providing accommodation, and training in marketing and product development. Through this exhibition, the idea is consolidated that social justice is not limited to direct support, but rather includes providing opportunities, empowering marginalized groups, and protecting traditional arts from extinction.
Urgent compensation for the victims of Central Ramses
As an extension of efforts to promote social justice, a very important dimension emerges related to caring for victims of crises and responding quickly to their needs. In a position that embodies a commitment to immediate support in times of adversity, Dr. Maya Morsi directed the disbursement of urgent compensation to the families of the victims and injured of the Central Ramses fire, in coordination with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. The value of the compensation amounted to one million and 100 thousand pounds to the family of each victim, and 175 thousand pounds to each injured person, distributed between the Egyptian Telecommunications Company and the Ministry of Solidarity.
Dr. Maya Morsi attaches special importance to the Ministry’s responses in such incidents being based on the principles of justice and fairness, as the Central Administration for Social Protection was directed to quickly implement compensation disbursement procedures, in a step that reflects the Ministry’s readiness and ability to deal immediately with crises.
Localization of the prosthetics industry
In the context of expanding the application of the principles of social justice to groups with special needs, Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity, is closely following the steps of the project to localize the manufacture of prosthetic limbs and prosthetic devices in Egypt, as it is one of the pivotal files for empowering people with disabilities.
The Minister reviewed a detailed report on the visit of a delegation from one of the leading international companies in this field to a number of assembly and alignment center sites in governorates including Beheira, Aswan, and Assiut, within the framework of the contract signed through the Egyptian Unified Purchasing Authority to equip six specialized centers.
Dr. Maya Morsi confirms that this project is not limited to providing prosthetic devices, but rather goes beyond that towards building real national capabilities through the localization of technology and training of Egyptian cadres, in a way that enhances social justice and supports community integration on sustainable foundations. The preparatory phase included field visits to inspect the sites and follow up on the engineering and technical aspects, in preparation for supplying equipment and starting a technical training program next September, which the Minister considers a strategic step on the path to achieving equal opportunities and transforming... Support for physical enablers.
Development partnerships that promote social justice
In this context, Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity, received Mr. Alessandro Fracasetti, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Program in Egypt, in a farewell meeting on the occasion of the end of his term in the country. During the meeting, the Minister expressed her deep appreciation for the years of fruitful cooperation between the program and the Ministry, especially in the areas of supporting institutional capabilities and developing social programs, praising his effective role in pushing the partnership path towards greater impact and sustainability. She also expressed her wishes for success in his future tasks.
This meeting comes within the framework of the Ministry of Social Solidarity’s keenness to establish a balanced development path based on exchanging experiences and deepening international partnerships, as effective tools to support institutional reform and enhance the efficiency of social protection programs. The meeting also reflects the Ministry’s commitment to benefiting from leading international experiences in formulating more comprehensive and just policies that are consistent with the goals of sustainable development and Egypt’s Vision 2030. To ensure sustainable growth and empower the most needy groups, in order to achieve social justice.
National Alliances to Combat Addiction
In a qualitative development in the social health file, Minister Maya Morsi held a meeting with Dr. Hanan Balkhi, Regional Director of the World Health Organization for the Eastern Mediterranean. To discuss enhancing cooperation in the field of combating addiction and drug abuse, the Minister confirms that the Fund for Combating and Treating Addiction is a pioneering model in the Arab world, thanks to its multi-pronged strategies.
The Minister indicated that the Fund’s “Resolve” centers represent an actual translation of the right to treatment and integration, as they provide a recovery environment based on psychological and social support. Dr. Hanan Balkhi praised this experience, stressing that it deserves to be transferred to other countries in the region. This cooperation reflects a fundamental dimension of Dr. Maya Morsi’s vision, which is based on investing in people as the basis for achieving social justice, where recovering groups are given a real opportunity to return to life and participate in production within an integrated system of protection and support.
A new increase in support for “Solidarity and Dignity”
In continuation of the path of social justice and strengthening social protection networks, Dr. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity, announced the start of disbursing cash support for the month of July within the “Solidarity and Dignity” program to about 4.7 million families, as of July 15, including the 25% increase that was approved last April.
The minister explained that the increase comes in response to the repercussions of the economic conditions. The program’s annual budget will rise to 54 billion pounds, supporting about 18 million citizens among the most needy groups, and disbursement operations are followed up through a central operations room in coordination with governors, to ensure that support reaches those who need it easily.
In conclusion,The Earth Defenders__EG_PH_71 Foundation confirms that the efforts of Dr. Maya Morsi represent an integrated model of social policies based on justice and empowerment, not on care alone; These multiple initiatives - from supporting traditional crafts to disbursing cash aid, and from caring for people with disabilities to confronting addiction - express a clear vision towards enlightened social protection, targeting the human being as the basic pillar of sustainable development.
Through this, social justice becomes a deliberate institutional practice that elevates human dignity and enhances society’s ability to withstand and develop. With the integration of international partnerships and the increasing efficiency of local interventions, the features of a pioneering national experience that can be built upon and developed are crystallizing before us.
