Egypt’s Al-Azhar Institutes Sector and the Ministry of Education and Technical Education convened a high-level joint meeting to assess and enhance the operations of the Social Welfare Fund for Teachers and Their Assistants.
Held at the headquarters of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, the meeting brought together top education and finance officials to explore new strategies aimed at improving the living and working conditions of educators across the country.
Key figures in attendance included Ayman Abdel-Ghani, Head of the Al-Azhar Institutes Sector; Brigadier General Tarek El-Baz, Executive Director of the Fund and Head of the Central Administration for Educational Centers and Complexes; and Professor Dr. Ahmed El-Sharkawy, Undersecretary of the Al-Azhar Institutes Sector.
They were joined by board members and representatives from various ministries and financial bodies.
The discussions focused on expanding the Fund’s social and financial services and aligning its efforts with the state’s broader push to empower educational professionals. “The goal is to support teachers’ professional and social stability,” the Council emphasised, noting the urgency of adapting mechanisms to the evolving needs of the education sector.
Brigadier General Tarek El-Baz presented a detailed overview of the Fund’s recent milestones, including the formulation of its vision, mission, and strategic objectives. A comprehensive financial report highlighted key disbursements, particularly compensation paid to families in cases of death during service.
A pivotal point of the meeting was a presentation on a recent workshop involving Al-Azhar educational directorates, which focused on enhancing awareness and coordination across administrative levels. It also addressed practical challenges such as furnishing administrative offices and preparing official seals for operational efficiency.
To streamline service delivery, the Council announced the signing of a cooperation protocol with the National Postal Authority, enabling beneficiaries to receive their financial entitlements through post offices nationwide. Additionally, a proposal was discussed to revise the Fund’s investment strategy with the National Bank of Egypt to optimise financial returns.
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