A Comprehensive Medical Convoy with Rotary Clubs, the Ministry of Health and Population, and the National Council for Childhood and Motherhood
The Rotary Club of Heliopolis El Nozha organized a comprehensive medical convoy for residents of Manshiyet Naser at a local premises of the National Council for Childhood and Motherhood, chaired by Dr. Sahar El Sonbaty. Partners included the Coptic Evangelical Organization for Social Services, Yad Al Baraka Foundation for Social Services and Development, and the Manshiyet Naser Medical District.
The report records participation by 13 Rotary clubs and names Heliopolis, Heliopolis Sporting, Assiut, Sohag, Beni Suef, Nasr City, Cairo Eagles, Cairo Entre Premier, Egy Deaf, Cairo Platinum, Hurghada Elite and the British University. The initiative demonstrated how Rotary clubs, civil society organizations and government bodies can work together to provide direct, free services, particularly in communities most in need.
The convoy offered examinations and tests in gynecology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, pediatrics, orthopedics, dermatology and dentistry, alongside Ministry of Health initiatives. Awareness sessions also addressed internet risks, violence against children, bullying and harassment.
A large number of local residents benefited from the medical services provided.
Medicines were dispensed free of charge after examinations and assessment of patients’ needs, easing the burden on families and providing necessary treatment.
Dr. Sahar El Sonbaty expressed her appreciation to all participating organizations and clubs, praising the cooperation throughout the event. She described such initiatives as practical examples of government institutions and civil society working together to bring health and social services to communities most in need.
She stressed the importance of continued cooperation on initiatives supporting families and providing essential services, particularly healthcare, to improve quality of life.
Counselor Michael Nassif said the convoy reflected the Rotary Club of Heliopolis El Nozha’s commitment to its community role. Its main aim was to bring medical services to residents and provide genuine, free healthcare.
Michael Farag, President of the Rotary Club of Heliopolis El Nozha, said the participation of so many clubs reflected a spirit of teamwork. Combining efforts makes it possible to reach more people and provide more comprehensive services.
Past President Dalia Lotfy, the club’s medical convoy coordinator, praised the cooperation between organizers and supporters. She attributed the initiative’s success to full coordination between Rotary clubs, government bodies and participating civil society organizations.
Yad Al Baraka Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to community initiatives providing health and social services for those most in need. It emphasized partnerships between civil society and relevant authorities as a way to achieve tangible, lasting community impact.
The convoy formed part of the Rotary Club of Heliopolis El Nozha’s community work under President Michael Farag.
Club Secretary Rania Atef and its partners supported this effort to strengthen Rotary’s community role through free, direct services, demonstrating the value of cooperation between government institutions and civil society.
Participants included Abdel Aziz Amer, Head of Manshiyet Naser District, and Dr. Wael Abdel Razeq, Secretary General of the National Council for Childhood and Motherhood. Amani El Sayyad moderated the discussion.
Source: Future Builders — Comprehensive Medical Convoy Report.
