Iwai Fumio, Japan’s ambassador to Egypt, and a representative of the Tanweer Center for Development and Human Rights have signed a grant agreement under Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (Kusanone) programme.
Under the agreement, Japan will provide $65,742 to support a project implemented by the Tanweer Center to renovate a school building and supply essential equipment. The initiative aims to improve the educational environment for children with disabilities in Fayoum.
The Embassy of Japan has previously carried out two successful school renovation projects in cooperation with the Tanweer Center. The current initiative will see the renovation of the Fayoum School for Intellectual Education, which serves children with mental and physical disabilities, making it the third school supported through this partnership.
Although the school accommodates around 1,500 students aged between 6 and 14, it was established more than 50 years ago and has not undergone major renovation since. The buildings are in deteriorating condition, with worn-out facilities that make it difficult for students to learn in a safe and supportive environment.
Through the project, the school’s facilities will be renovated and new equipment will be provided, helping to create a more suitable learning environment. The initiative is also expected to enhance equal educational opportunities for children with disabilities within the local community.
The Kusanone programme is a key pillar of Japan’s development cooperation, providing direct financial assistance to non-governmental and non-profit organisations to address the needs of local communities.
Since its launch in 1994, Japan has contributed more than $11m through the programme in Egypt. The current initiative marks the 183rd project supported by the Embassy of Japan under the scheme.
