Benha University Launched "Idrak" Initiative to Raise Awareness of Addiction Risks at the Faculty of Specific Education

Under the auspices of:
• Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University,
• Prof. Taha Ashour, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development,
• Prof. Mohamed Al-Ashhab, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine,
the university's Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine, has organized the "Idrak" initiative aimed at combating addiction and raising awareness of its dangers for students of the Faculty of Specific Education.
Prof. Nermin Adly, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for Community Service and Environmental Development, stated that the first activities of the initiative commenced at the Faculty of Specific Education. The event was attended by:
• Prof. Hany Shehta, Dean of the Faculty,
• Prof. Yasser Abdel-Rahman, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, In coordination with
• Mrs. Rania Moataz, Assistant Secretary of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development.
The initiative's activities were executed with the participation of Prof. Wafa Badawy, a lecturer in the Department of Forensic Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, and Prof. Asmaa Mohamed, a teaching assistant in the same department.
The primary goals of the initiative include:
• Raising awareness among youth about the dangers of drug use and addiction, as well as their health, psychological, and social effects.
• Correcting misconceptions associated with substance use.
• Identifying early detection signs and preventive measures.
• Encouraging young people to seek help and treatment without fear of stigma.
The activities also included information on specialized organizations that provide support, assistance, and treatment services, contributing to enhancing community awareness of the risks of addiction and protecting youth from falling into the traps of substance abuse.