On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, Amr Ammar, head of Egypt's National Women's Council, visited Ayman Attia, Governor of Alexandria, at the governorate's headquarters to discuss cooperation on women's and family issues. The meeting was attended by several officials, including Dr. Mayada Abdel Qader, a member of the council and rapporteur of the provinces committee.
During the meeting, Ammar emphasized the council's commitment to enhancing cooperation with the governorate and integrating efforts to implement programs and initiatives that align with the National Strategy for Empowering Egyptian Women 2030. She highlighted the importance of reaching women and girls in various areas and supporting economic and social empowerment efforts.
Governor Attia stated that the Egyptian government prioritizes women's empowerment and participation in development pathways. He expressed the governorate's commitment to translating this vision into practical programs and initiatives in collaboration with the National Women's Council. This aims to support the economic and social capacities of women and girls in Alexandria and provide real opportunities to improve their quality of life.
The governor acknowledged the crucial role of Egyptian women in building and preserving the nation, emphasizing the governorate's support for initiatives that showcase inspiring Egyptian female models and commemorate their contributions. The meeting also discussed proposals, including establishing an outlet for marketing Egyptian women's products in Alexandria.
The two parties discussed potential cooperation mechanisms, including establishing an outlet for selling Egyptian women's products in Alexandria under the "Egyptian" initiative. This would provide better marketing opportunities for women and support their projects. They also addressed issues related to the council's headquarters in the governorate and ways to support its activities.
The meeting touched on national identity issues, with Ammar stressing the importance of highlighting Egyptian women's contributions, history, and role in nation-building and community service. The parties discussed a proposal to name streets, squares, and places of worship in Alexandria after Egyptian women, similar to what was done in Cairo.
The meeting concluded with a symbolic exchange of shields between Ammar and Governor Attia, acknowledging the fruitful cooperation between the National Women's Council and Alexandria Governorate. This cooperation aims to serve women, families, and development efforts in the governorate.
Key points
- The National Women's Council and Alexandria Governorate discussed cooperation on women's empowerment and family issues.
- The meeting aimed to support economic and social empowerment efforts for women and girls in Alexandria.
- The parties explored proposals, including establishing an outlet for marketing Egyptian women's products in Alexandria.
