The Egyptian Ministry of Culture, under the auspices of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, has initiated the seventh phase of the 'Confrontation and Roaming' project in Aswan. The project, implemented by the Ministry's Theater Sector, aims to provide cultural and artistic services to villages and targeted areas in collaboration with the 'Hayat Karima' initiative. The project's seventh phase was launched at a ceremony attended by Aswan Governor Amr Lashin and other officials.
The 'Confrontation and Roaming' project is a significant step towards achieving Egypt's vision of promoting cultural justice and building a well-rounded individual. The project provides a range of cultural and artistic activities, including theatrical performances, book distribution, and workshops. Aswan Governor Amr Lashin emphasized the project's importance, stating that it reflects the state's efforts to spread enlightenment and arts to remote areas.
The project will run for a week, covering six cultural sites in Aswan, including libraries, cultural centers, and youth clubs. The program includes theatrical performances, free book distribution, and handicraft workshops. The project aims to reach around 250 villages in collaboration with the 'Hayat Karima' initiative. The seventh phase of the project started in Qena and will conclude in Halayeb and Shalatin in June.
The 'Confrontation and Roaming' project features a comprehensive program that goes beyond theater performances. It includes nine diverse theatrical productions, folk art performances, and book exhibitions with over 35,000 books to be distributed. The project also aims to discover and nurture young talents in collaboration with universities, schools, and youth centers.
The project is implemented through a strategic partnership between the Ministry of Culture and various national institutions, including the Ministries of Interior, Education, and Social Solidarity. The initiative also collaborates with the National Alliance for Civil Work, 'Hayat Karima' foundation, universities, and youth centers.
The project's activities in Aswan were attended by several officials, including Aswan Governor Amr Lashin, Deputy Governor Osama Ruzq Dawoud, and university officials. The events featured a range of cultural and artistic activities, including a book exhibition, handicraft display, and a theatrical performance titled 'Tota Tota'.
The 'Confrontation and Roaming' project embodies the Egyptian state's interest in arts and culture as a means of promoting national identity and values. The project provides an opportunity for villagers to engage with Egyptian culture and arts, promoting social cohesion and community development.
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- The project aims to reach around 250 villages in collaboration with the 'Hayat Karima' initiative.
