The British University in Egypt - Faculty of Law

**Transcending Dialogue into Joint Action: Interfaith Peer-Engagement for Human Fraternity and Peace**

On 18 June 2026—the International Day to Combat Hate Speech—the Faculty of Law at The British University in Egypt proudly served as the Cairo hub for a landmark international hybrid gathering of young faith actors from across the world. The meeting aimed at addressing the ethical leadership gap by leveraging the spiritual weight of religions for world peace. The global event was jointly convened by the Vatican, Al-Azhar, and the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), connecting physical hubs in Cairo (The British University in Egypt), Rome (Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue), and Geneva (UN Palais des Nations) with online participants worldwide. 🌍🤝

Bringing together young faith actors, academics, human rights experts, and religious leaders, the opening plenary was moderated by Prof. Ibrahim Salama (Dean of Law, The British University in Egypt). It featured powerful personal pledges from global figures including Prof. James Gazzard (Provost, The British University in Egypt), H.E. Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad (Vatican), Dr. Nazila Ghanea (UN Special Rapporteur), Dr. Reham Salamah (Al Azhar Observatory), H.E. Archbishop Ettore Balestrero (Apostolic Nuncio), alongside representatives from Wilton Park, the Inter-Parliamentary Union, Globethics, and the Dominican Institute for Oriental Studies.

Through interactive working groups, participants explored the role of faith actors in sustaining dialogue during conflict, utilizing social media to combat hate speech and AI-generated fake content, and addressing the political misuse of religion to incite violence. 💬📱

The day concluded with a cross-hub plenary building solidarity for all victims of conflict, led by Prof. Ibrahim Salama (The British University in Egypt), Dr. Michael Wiener (UN Faith for Rights), and Dr. Charbel Attallah (Vatican Dicastery). Rooted in the Faith for Rights framework and the Document on Human Fraternity, the Faculty of Law is honored to support this global initiative advancing peace, mutual understanding, and respect for human dignity. 🕊️🌟

We are delighted to share the success of the Egypt Regional Cybercrime Conference 2026, held in Cairo under the theme “Evolving Threats, Regional Needs, and Global Frameworks.” 🌍

Co-organized by the Egyptian Ministry of Justice, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and The British University in Egypt, the conference brought together legal experts, diplomats, academics, and law enforcement authorities to address cybercrime challenges and strengthen regional cooperation in the digital era. 💻🤝

The conference commenced with opening remarks from H.E. Counsellor Mahmoud El-Sherif, Minister of Justice of Egypt, alongside Mirna Bouhabib (UNODC), Anne Schouw (EU Delegation to Egypt), and Aisling Kelly (Council of Europe).

The conference emphasized international cooperation, public-private partnerships, and capacity-building in responding to evolving digital threats.

The British University in Egypt made significant contributions to the event:

• Prof. Ibrahim Salama, Dean of the Faculty of Law, in his opening remarks, emphasised the significance of the Convention and highlighted the importance of ensuring its effective implementation. He also underscored the pioneering role of the Faculty of Law at the British University in Egypt in establishing the Professional Master's Programme in Cybercrime Investigations, through which numerous national experts have been equipped with the knowledge and skills required to address emerging cybercrime challenges.
In his closing remarks, Prof. Ibrahim Salama summarised the key discussions and insights that emerged throughout the two-day conference. He highlighted the main questions raised by participants, emphasising the need for sustainable capacity-building at both the national and international levels. He also drew attention to the continuing challenges surrounding digital evidence, cross-border investigations, and international cooperation, stressing the importance of strengthening collaborative frameworks to effectively address cybercrime in an increasingly interconnected digital environment. Furthermore, he reflected on the valuable contribution of academic institutions in supporting these efforts through education, research, professional training, and knowledge exchange, underscoring their role as key partners in advancing cybercrime prevention and response capacities. 🌐

• Dr. Mohamed El-Gendy, Founder of the Cybercrime Master’s Program, highlighted the role of academic institutions in preparing future legal professionals to address cybercrime challenges.

• Dr. Marwa Zein, Acting Head of Department at the Faculty of Law, co-moderated the Plenary Discussion on harmonizing legal frameworks and emphasised the importance of effective national harmonisation of legislations that should be aligned with convention. ⚖️

• Dr. Mostafa Abdelaziz, Judge, Lecturer, and Dean’s Advisor, contributingto the conferencepanels and shared insights on domestic procedures, electronic evidence, and the Cybercrime Master’s Program. ⚖️

The conference concluded with fruitful discussions, knowledge exchange, and renewed commitments to strengthening regional and international cooperation in combating cybercrime.

Meet Our Staff ✨

We are proud to introduce Dr. Islam Helmy Shebl Rihan, Assistant Secretary General for Research and Strategic Planning at the National Council for Human Rights, and a distinguished academic, researcher, and public policy specialist. 🌍

At the Faculty of Law, The British University in Egypt, Dr. Rihan teaches International Human Rights Protection 📚⚖️, combining academic excellence with extensive practical experience to help students engage critically with contemporary global challenges.

Holding a Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Euro-Mediterranean Studies from Cairo University and a Bachelor’s degree in Government and International Politics from George Mason University, he brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to academia and public service.

With over twenty years of experience in human rights, strategic planning, public policy, and governmental affairs, Dr. Rihan continues to contribute to advancing governance, democracy, and human rights at both the national and international levels. ✨

On Monday, 8 June 2026, the Faculty of Law at the British University in Egypt organized a workshop entitled “Legislative Impact Assessment and Its Role in Improving the Quality of Legislation.” ⚖️📖

The workshop provided in-depth insights into the concept and importance of Legislative Impact Assessment and its role in enhancing the effectiveness, quality, and coherence of legislative frameworks. Discussions addressed the methodologies and stages of impact assessment, international and comparative experiences, legislative reform efforts in Egypt, and the relationship between evidence-based policymaking and high-quality legislation. 📚

The event brought together a distinguished group of academics, judges, legal scholars, policymakers, and practitioners, fostering a rich exchange of perspectives on advancing legislative quality and promoting more effective law-making processes. 🤝⚖️

🌍✨ Contributing to global discussions on the future of human rights!

Professor Ibrahim Salama, Dean of the Faculty of Law at the British University in Egypt, participated in the International Workshop on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism, organized by the Interministerial Delegation for Human Rights of the Kingdom of Morocco 🇲🇦 in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights 🇺🇳 and UPR Info.

The workshop brought together UN officials, leading human rights experts, and international specialists to discuss ways to strengthen the Universal Periodic Review mechanism and enhance its impact on the promotion and protection of human rights worldwide. ⚖️📚

The participation of Professor Ibrahim Salama reflects the Faculty’s commitment to engaging in international human rights initiatives and contributing to global efforts aimed at advancing human rights and the rule of law. 🌟

As a concrete outcome of such continued international engagement, the Faculty of Law announced internship opportunities for its students at diplomatic missions in Geneva, providing them with a unique opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to multilateral diplomacy, international human rights work, and the functioning of international organizations in a global environment. 🇺🇳🌍

✨ Investing in the Future of Legal Education ✨

At the Faculty of Law, we believe that today’s students are tomorrow’s legal professionals. As part of our student recruitment and engagement efforts, we were delighted to welcome prospective students and their families to our Faculty Focus Day.❗

The day featured a range of engaging activities designed to introduce participants to the study of law, university life, and the opportunities available within the legal profession. 📚

Attendees also had the opportunity to hear from our alumni, who shared their academic journeys and professional experiences, offering valuable insights into life after graduation and the diverse career pathways available to law graduates. 🎤🌟

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to making the day a success. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of legal professionals. 💡

✨ Empowering Our Faculty Through Innovation ✨

As part of our continuous commitment to academic excellence and institutional development, the Faculty of Law is pleased to launch its Professional Development Programme for staff. 📚✨

We recently hosted a specialised session delivered by Prof. Andy Unger, Associate Professor, School of Law & Education at London South Bank University.🇬🇧

The session focused on the use of AI in learning, assessment, and feedback, exploring how AI can serve as “an AI tutor in your pocket” and enhance academic practice, teaching delivery, and student engagement. 🤓

This initiative reflects our ongoing efforts to equip our academic staff with innovative tools and approaches that strengthen teaching quality and support modern legal education. ⚖️🚀

📢يسرّ كلية القانون بالجامعة البريطانية في مصر أن تعلن عن تنظيم ورشة عمل بعنوان:
"قياس الأثر التشريعي ودوره في تعزيز جودة التشريعات"📚
تهدف هذه الورشة إلى استعراض المفاهيم الأساسية لقياس الأثر التشريعي (Regulatory Impact Assessment - RIA)، وبيان أهميته في الارتقاء بجودة التشريعات، ودعم عملية صنع واتخاذ القرارات ذات الصلة، فضلاً عن تعزيز الاتساق والتكامل بين السياسات العامة والأطر التشريعية المنظمة لها.⚖️📃
كما تتناول الورشة أبرز التجارب والممارسات الدولية الرائدة في مجال قياس الأثر التشريعي، وآليات تطبيقه، ودوره في تطوير البيئة التنظيمية، وتعزيز مبادئ الحوكمة الرشيدة، وتحقيق أهداف التنمية المستدامة.
وتأتي هذه الورشة في إطار حرص كلية القانون على دعم البحث العلمي والدراسات القانونية المتخصصة، وترسيخ المنهجيات العلمية الحديثة في إعداد وتقييم التشريعات والسياسات العامة، بما يسهم في تعزيز كفاءة المنظومة القانونية وفعالية السياسات التشريعية.⚖️

📢 The Faculty of Law at the British University in Egypt is pleased to organize a workshop entitled:

“Regulatory Impact Assessment and Its Role in Enhancing the Quality of Legislation” 📚

The workshop will address the fundamental concepts of Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA), its importance in enhancing the quality of legislation, supporting evidence-based decision-making, and ensuring consistency between public policies and legislative frameworks. ⚖️📑

The workshop will also highlight key international experiences and best practices, mechanisms for applying RIA, and its role in improving the regulatory environment, as well as promoting good governance and sustainable development. 🌍✨

This workshop reflects the Faculty’s commitment to advancing legal scholarship and fostering informed approaches to legislative development and public policy. 🎓⚖️