The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport is committed to fostering an environment that promotes social justice, inclusion, and equality. To achieve this, the academy has established various entities that provide psychological services, which are essential for implementing its policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion, while ensuring adherence to anti-discrimination and anti-harassment measures.
The Deanery of Student Affairs acts as the main body responsible for creating a respectful and equal opportunity environment for all students, including those with health disparities and special needs.
Students Support and Expiates Department
The Academy is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion, particularly in supporting financially distressed students and their families. In this regard, the President of the Academy has established the Student Support Department within the Deanship of Student Affairs. This department is tasked with evaluating and addressing the needs of affected students through social support and case study committees, thereby ensuring that all students can pursue their studies and focus on their academic success.
Additionally, the Student Support and Expatriate Affairs Department is dedicated to assisting the Academy's international students of all nationalities by facilitating the submission of the necessary documentation for obtaining legal residency in the Arab Republic of Egypt. This service is designed to help students navigate the residency application process efficiently and to ensure their seamless integration into their new educational community.
https://aast.edu/en/campuses/portsaid/contenttemp.php?page_id=48600102
Disabilities Advisers
The Academy Disability Advisors are professionals dedicated to providing support and guidance to students with disabilities at the Naval Academy. They strive to promote social inclusion and equal opportunity for all students, regardless of their physical or mental abilities. By addressing social inequalities and advocating for health equity, these advisors work to mitigate disparities that students with disabilities may face, fostering an environment that encourages social integration and upward social mobility. Their efforts contribute to combating economic inequality and ensuring that all students have access to the resources necessary for their academic success, thereby promoting a more equitable learning environment.
https://aast.edu/en/centers/ac/contenttemp.php?page_id=99600016logical
Psychological Support Services
The Deanery of Student Affairs provides essential support for students with disabilities, including those with autism, aiming to promote social inclusion and address health disparities within the context of financial crises and social inequalities. This service, covered by Medicaid without extra fees, facilitates social integration and equal opportunity through a structured referral process for psychological assessments and individualized intervention plans. By addressing the unique needs of students, including those from migrant backgrounds, the program seeks to mitigate disparities and enhance social mobility, ultimately contributing to improved health equity and financial stability for all students, while combating the effects of social stratification and discrimination.
https://aast.edu/en/student-affairs/alex/contenttemp.php?page_id=48600113
AASTMT has a diversity and equality committee, office or officer (or the equivalent) tasked by the administration or governing body to advise on and implement policies, programs and trainings related to diversity, equity, inclusion and human rights on campus.
AASTMT Students on the AASTMT webpage
