The United States has committed EGP 2.2 million to support survivors of the November 24 terrorist attack on a mosque in Al Rawda village, Egypt. The funds are designated for psychosocial counseling and vocational training through the Egyptian Red Crescent. This initiative aims to aid families and provide livelihoods for those who lost loved ones.
Minister of Investment and International Cooperation Dr. Sahar Nasr accepted the humanitarian assistance on behalf of the Egyptian government on March 12.
“These funds will allow the Egyptian Red Crescent to provide psychosocial support to further the process of recovery for those children who lost loved ones,” stated U.S. Charge d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger during a signing ceremony with representatives from the Egyptian Red Crescent, Ministry of Investment and International Cooperation, and Minister of Local Development. “We are also assisting the Egyptian Red Crescent in providing livelihood support to families deprived of incomes due to the attack. This is from the American people to the Egyptian people, a sign of friendship and sympathy, and part of our unbending commitment to defeating terrorism together.”
The U.S. government's contribution will enhance ongoing efforts by the Egyptian Red Crescent to assist those affected by the attack. The grant includes vocational training initiatives such as providing weaving looms and supplies to women who lost family members.