Past TEDx event

TEDxCairoUniversity

Hawadeet - حواديت

Took placeJuly 26, 2025
LocationCairo, Al Qāhirah, Egypt
FormatUniversity
"Hawadeet" is the Egyptian word for story. As of this year, TEDxCairoUniversity has been active for 10 years! We're celebrating 10 years of stories, 10 years of real & unique Hawadeet. TEDx stories have shaped us, changed us, and made us meet new perspectives, all within our small community. In this year's event, we're bringing 6 unique speakers with 6 niche ideas, alongside 3 community-oriented performances.

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

  • Dr. Mai Salem

    Biochemist

    Dr. Mai Salem is a graduate from the Faculty of Pharmacy at Ain Shams University and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology.

  • Dr. Marwa El-Kassaby

    Professor & Founding Director of the Cleft Care Center at the Faculty of Dentistry

    Dr. Elkassaby is a professor and former Head of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Ain Shams University. She is the Founding Director of the Cleft Care Center at the Faculty of Dentistry, where she leads a mission of comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for children born with cleft lip and palate. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, she brings over 30 years of clinical and academic experience, with a distinguished focus on cleft care. Motivated by her passion for holistic healing, she became certified in parenting and positive psychology coaching to better support children and adolescents with facial differences—and their families. Her mission is to expand awareness and implementation of multidisciplinary cleft care that combines surgical excellence with emotional, psychological, & social support.

  • Nermeen Gamal

    Wellness Coach

    Nermeen Gamal is an ICF-certified health & wellness coach and mental health advisor executive manager @ dr.osamataha group, MBA holder from IOT-Watt/AUC, & the founder of Reframe.

  • Nevine Baligh

    Non-Diet Coach

    Nevine Baligh a Non-Diet Health Coach with MSc in Psychology. She is a Health and Wellness Coach specializing in holistic wellness coaching for middle-aged women. As a health coach who works from a non-diet approach, I’m passionate about helping women build a healthier relationship with food and wellness through gentle, empowering support. Her business name is 'Healthy-ish,' denoting a balanced, realistic approach to well-being that embraces each person's unique circumstances and preferences.

  • Raouf El Sherif

    Content Creator

    Raouf El Sherif, an Egyptian content creator, traveler, and founder of “Hat Akhrak”. This book encourages people to discover new places and explore new things and create shared memories. He knows firsthand that pushing even just a bit beyond your comfort zone sparks real growth. He demonstrates that courage is something you build gradually, one step at a time. He’s dedicated himself to pursuing dreams that once felt daunting. From going to WrestleMania for his younger self to traveling all over Egypt, Raouf isn’t just making content; he’s showing how consistent action creates a legacy of courage and action.

  • Safa Gamal El-Deen

    Artist

    Safa Gamal El-Deen has been so passionate about fine arts that she's studied it. She uses multimedia, sculpture, and sketching as artistic mediums. She studied art therapy as a creative therapy and has utilized it to use art to convey feelings. She presented her artwork in great art galleries such as the Egyptian Opera House.

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