Engineer Mohamed Obaid began his speech by welcoming the esteemed audience, highlighting the significance of this event, which marks the launch of the “Hope for the Future” initiative aimed at improving higher education in affected countries. He emphasized that the initiative reflects the importance of joint efforts between Stardom University, the Arab Science and Technology Foundation, the Arab League, and the United Nations in supporting higher education and empowering youth in these nations
He shed light on the significant gap in the percentage of university students benefiting from the initiative compared to their total numbers in the affected countries. He acknowledged the challenges but emphasized that the determination to bring about tangible change is even stronger
Engineer Obaid stressed that education is the most crucial key to building societies and transforming lives. He described the initiative as a message of hope aimed at empowering youth to build a better future. He also praised the fruitful partnership between Stardom University and international and regional institutions, expressing confidence in the initiative’s continued expansion to achieve sustainable development goals in the region
He concluded his speech by thanking all partners and attendees, announcing the screening of a documentary highlighting the success stories of students who benefited from the initiative, showcasing them as models of hope and ambition. He affirmed that the “Hope for the Future” initiative is not merely about scholarships but a powerful message that education is the foundation for building a better world
