Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy on Thursday inaugurated a round-table hosted by the “Qadron Bekhtelaf” (Differently Abled) Fund under the theme “Enhancing Institutional Capacity to Serve People with Disabilities.” The event marks the Fund’s first official activity since Zeina Tawakkol assumed her role as executive director.
Morsy, who also serves as Deputy Chair of the Fund’s board, said the initiative reflects President Abdel Fattah El Sisi’s continued commitment to disability rights and integration. She emphasized the Fund’s role in supporting inclusive education, healthcare, employment, and financial access for people with disabilities, aiming to ensure their full participation in society.
The roundtable brought together civil society representatives, government institutions, and experts to identify service gaps and propose actionable policy recommendations. Morsy highlighted the importance of collaboration with other entities, particularly the “Ataa” charitable investment fund, to close existing service and resource gaps.
Tawakkol said the Fund seeks to build a more inclusive and just society, where diversity is seen as a strength. She described the roundtable as a step toward establishing effective partnerships among the government, private sector, and non-profits to coordinate services and share best practices. Discussions focused on challenges facing people with disabilities, institutional weaknesses, and ways to build an integrated support system.
The event forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen the disability support network in line with Egypt’s Vision 2030, moving from fragmented initiatives to a unified institutional approach that ensures dignity and equal opportunity for all.
