The International Shield Organization plays a pivotal role in supporting students and enhancing their status in society, believing in the importance of youth in building the future and the necessity of empowering them with the tools that help them succeed and develop. From this standpoint, the organization has been keen to provide a supportive environment for students, especially foreign ones, through educational and training programs that contribute to their academic and professional empowerment.

Continuous Meetings to Strengthen the Role of Students
The headquarters of the International Shield Organization has witnessed a series of meetings that brought together the organization’s officials and students, attended by its president, Dr. Saleh Daher, to discuss the challenges they face in their educational journey, whether academically or socially. Dr. Saleh Zaher emphasized during these meetings the need to provide the necessary support for students, stressing that education is the key to success and that empowering youth enhances their ability to build a better future for themselves and their communities.

These meetings also aimed to present innovative solutions to the challenges faced by students, especially expatriates, through initiatives that facilitate their integration into host communities and help them excel in their academic journey.

The Emergence of the International Union for the Defense of Foreign Students
From the International Shield Organization’s interest in supporting students and enhancing their rights, the International Union for the Defense of Foreign Students emerged. It aims to provide legal, social, and educational assistance to expatriate students, protecting them from any discrimination or obstacles they may encounter during their studies abroad.

The union works to unify international efforts to ensure a safe and stable educational environment for foreign students. It also seeks to strengthen cooperation between universities and educational institutions worldwide to provide equal opportunities for all, regardless of their cultural or social backgrounds.

Programs to Support and Empower Students
The International Shield Organization is keen to launch programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing students’ capabilities and enabling them to succeed in their academic and professional lives. The most notable programs include:

Scholarships and Educational Assistance: The organization works to provide scholarships and financial aid to students of various nationalities, aiming to alleviate their financial burdens and ensure the continuity of their education.

Training and Preparation for the Job Market: Through workshops and training courses, the organization offers students the opportunity to acquire the skills needed to enter the job market confidently and competently.

Legal and Social Support: The International Union for the Defense of Foreign Students, in collaboration with the International Shield Organization, seeks to provide legal assistance and consultations to protect expatriate students from any legal challenges they may face.

Enhancing Student Participation: The organization and the international union organize many volunteer initiatives and cultural events, giving students the chance to engage in community activities and expand their networks.

The Student Union in Ukraine was established following a conference attended by diplomatic and official representatives in the city of Odesa.

On May 25, 2017, in the city of Odesa, the International Union for the Defense of Students – Ukraine branch, which stems from the International Shield Organization, held a conference titled “The Main Ways and Fields of Educational Integration for Foreign Students in Ukraine,” attended by diplomatic and official representatives and students from various nationalities across Ukrainian cities.

The session was attended by a representative of the city governor, the Consul of Romania, representatives from the Ministries of Education and Health, the Ukrainian Prosecutor’s Office, the Immigration Department, security agencies, the head of the city council, a representative of the International Red Cross, as well as representatives of social, humanitarian, and media organizations, student companies, journalists, writers, and others.

The International Shield Organization, led by Dr. Saleh Daher, has demonstrated its deep commitment to supporting students and enhancing their role in society. With the emergence of the International Union for the Defense of Foreign Students, there is now a specialized entity working to secure the rights of expatriate students and empower them to achieve their dreams without obstacles. These efforts reflect the organization’s vision of building a future based on science and knowledge, where students are the cornerstone of societal progress.

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