As part of its community role and commitment to raising awareness among youth about contemporary issues, Benha University, represented by the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, organized an awareness Convoy at Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Primary School in Al-Amar, titled "The Dangers of Social Media for Children."
The Convoy was held under the auspices of :
• Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University,
• Prof. Taha Ashour, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development,
• Prof. Karam Abdel Ghani, Dean of the Faculty of Computers and Artificial Intelligence,
in coordination with Mrs. Rania Moataz Issa, Assistant Secretary of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development, and in collaboration with Mr. Yasser Mahmoud, Deputy Minister of Education in Kalyobiya, and Mr. Khaled Atta Allah, Director of the Educational Administration in Tukh.
Prof. Eman Mounir, Acting Vice Dean of the Faculty of Computers and Artificial Intelligence for Community Service and Environmental Development, stated that the Convoy aimed to highlight the challenges posed by social media to children, primarily the exposure to inappropriate content, the spread of rumors and misinformation, and the negative effects this may have on their awareness and behavior.
She explained that the activities also addressed the risks of digital addiction and its impact on diminishing real social interactions with family and friends, as well as issues of Cyberbullying and privacy violations, which can cause psychological and behavioral harm to children.

Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced the university's participation in the forum on the rule of law in the Middle East, organized by the Southwest University of Political Science and Law in Chongqing, People's Republic of China.
Prof. El-Gizawy stated that the participation in the forum comes as part of Benha University's commitment to enhancing academic cooperation and building fruitful scientific partnerships between Benha University and the Southwest University of Political Science and Law, serving the fields of scientific research, particularly in legal and scientific aspects of mutual interest.
He added that Prof. Essam Hosny, former Vice Dean of the Faculty of Law for Postgraduate Studies and Research and Professor and Head of the Department of Political Economy and Economic Legislation, participated in the forum with a research paper titled: "The Effectiveness of International Commercial Arbitration in Resolving Cross-Border Disputes." This paper addressed one of the most important contemporary legal mechanisms that play a pivotal role in supporting economic stability and enhancing the investment environment, especially in light of the growing international trade relations and the intertwining interests between countries. He pointed out that such international scientific meetings open wide horizons for exchanging experiences in this vital field and contribute to developing the legal frameworks governing cross-border relations, enhancing the efficiency of justice systems, and keeping pace with current global challenges.

Benha University has published the April 2026 edition of University and Society, the quarterly magazine issued by the University's Community Service and Environmental Development Sector.
The new issue features congratulatory messages from the University President to the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, as well as to the newly appointed Governor of Qalyubia. It also highlights Benha University's achievement in obtaining integrated system certifications for quality, occupational health and safety, and environmental management. Coverage includes the celebration honoring winners of the “Qur'an Recited by Angels” competition.
This edition's “Personality of the Issue” spotlights researcher Rana El-Sayed Mohamed, a teaching assistant at the Faculty of Arts and a distinguished figure in overcoming disability challenges within the University.
Other articles document the University Council's visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, the formation of a committee to align academic programs and specializations with labor market needs, the University's Orphans' Day celebration, and the signing of several cooperation protocols with educational institutions. The magazine also reports on a wide range of activities and events across University sectors.
Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, emphasized that the purpose of University and Society is to shed light on the University's news, activities, and initiatives across faculties and centers, while also covering student union events at all levels.
Prof. Taha Ashour, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, added that the magazine reflects the University's ongoing commitment to making a tangible positive impact by documenting conferences and events organized regularly.
Journalist Ibrahim Gouda, Supervisor of the University's Media Office and Editor-in-Chief, noted that the magazine is issued quarterly, available both in print and electronically on the University's website. He stressed that the publication is keen to diversify its content to comprehensively cover the activities of all University sectors and faculties. gf