Interior Design Department Participates in She Can 2026

The Interior Design Department at Faculty of Arts and Design, October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), participated in the national forum She Can 2026.

Dr. Asmaa Awad, Assistant Professor at the Interior Design Department, took part as a featured panelist in the session entitled “From Accessibility to Participation: Inclusion in Public and Work Life.” The forum was organized by Entreprenelle in partnership with GIZ Egypt and the European Union.

During the session, Dr. Awad highlighted the Faculty’s commitment to integrating inclusive and accessible design as a fundamental component of its curriculum and studio practice. She emphasized that this approach equips graduates with the knowledge and responsibility to design environments that accommodate diverse user needs, while preparing them to lead future advancements in inclusive design.

The panel addressed several key themes, including:

• The role of education and awareness in promoting societal inclusion, and the impact of embedding inclusive design within higher education
• The distinction between accessibility as a fundamental right and participation as a broader societal goal
• Structural and societal challenges affecting inclusion in Egypt
• The importance of designing for empowerment beyond regulatory compliance
• The impact of inclusive workplace design on employment opportunities for persons with disabilities
• The economic value of diversity and inclusion

This participation reflects MSA University’s ongoing commitment to fostering inclusive education, advancing design innovation, and contributing to sustainable social development.