On October 11, 2026, Ambassador Alaa Youssef, head of Egypt's General Authority for Information, inaugurated the "Heroes of the Story 2026" celebration, organized by the Union of Youth of Tahya Misr at the Youth Development Center in Cairo's Gezira district. The event brought together over 400 young men and women from across Egypt to honor graduates of various programs, activities, and training sessions conducted by the union.
Ambassador Youssef stressed that the celebration coincides with the 53rd anniversary of Egypt's glorious October victory, emphasizing the significance of drawing inspiration from the spirit of October to work towards a better future for the nation. He praised the efforts of the Union of Youth of Tahya Misr in preparing and qualifying young people, citing initiatives such as "Your Green Fingerprint," "Roots," "Inclusion," "Pioneers of Egypt," and the "Building Awareness Forum."
The intelligence chief acknowledged the role of the Ministry of Youth and Sports in supporting and empowering young people, expressing gratitude to Minister Jowhar Nabil and other officials for their efforts in developing youth capabilities and opening up opportunities for them to participate in public and community work. He assured that the General Authority for Information would provide all possible support to the Union of Youth of Tahya Misr and its initiatives.
Ambassador Youssef emphasized the importance of integrating national institutions and youth entities in disseminating accurate knowledge, promoting national belonging, and enhancing young people's ability to deal with rapid developments in the media and digital environment. He urged young people to be aware of and take responsibility for their actions on social media, verifying information before sharing it and relying on official sources.
Wissam Sabri, Assistant Minister of Youth for Youth Unions and Entities, highlighted the importance of supporting and qualifying young people to participate in community work. He praised the training programs and practical activities provided by the Union of Youth of Tahya Misr, which help young people develop their skills and enhance their ability to work collectively.
Dr. Mohamed Hassan, Deputy Minister of Youth, pointed out that empowering young people involves encouraging them to take initiatives and participate in addressing community issues. He noted that showcasing successful youth experiences provides an opportunity for exchanging ideas and highlighting positive role models that can inspire young people across different governorates.
The event concluded with Ambassador Alaa Youssef and leaders of the Ministry of Youth and Sports honoring outstanding young people and members of the Union of Youth of Tahya Misr with certificates of appreciation and shields of recognition for their achievements and successful experiences, encouraging them to continue their efforts in serving the community.
Key points
- The celebration aimed to promote awareness and national progress among Egyptian youth.
- The event honored young people for their achievements and successful experiences in various programs and activities.
- The importance of integrating national institutions and youth entities in promoting awareness and national belonging was emphasized.
