Beirut Arab University represented by its President, Professor Wael Nabil Abdel Salam, signed a one-year cooperation protocol with the Al-Irshad and Al-Islah Islamic Charitable Association, represented by its President, Eng. Ibrahim Takoush. The agreement aims to strengthen the partnership between both institutions and foster collaboration across academic, educational, health, and social fields, thereby empowering youth, developing their capabilities, and serving the community.

The signing ceremony was attended by BAU Secretary-General Dr. Omar Houri, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Professor Hania Nakkach, Director of Admissions Mrs. Roula Alayli, Director of Registration Mr. Ghassan Hamdan, alongside an accompanying delegation from the Al-Irshad and Al-Islah Association.

Under the terms of the protocol, both parties will engage in joint academic and educational activities, as well as execute collaborative initiatives and competitions between the Sociology Department at the Faculty of Human Sciences and the association’s Maharat Development Center.

Furthermore, the protocol provides university scholarships for students affiliated with the association in accordance with BAU's regulations, admission requirements, and financial aid policies. It also encompasses joint efforts in health and social awareness, organizing activities and workshops, exchanging expertise, offering field training, providing psychosocial support for youth, and coordinating emergency and crisis response initiatives.

This protocol underscores the importance of integrating efforts between the university and the association to serve students, youth, and the broader community, paving the way for joint initiatives with meaningful academic, humanitarian, and societal impact.