The RATP Group Foundation and Samusocial International sign a sponsorship agreement for the social integration of young people living on the streets in Egypt.
The RATP Group Foundation and Samusocial International signed a sponsorship agreement on 24th of July in support of a project to "Pave the way for the social & professional integration of young people living on the streets in Egypt".
Led on the ground by the Egyptian branch of Samusocial International, the project aims to pave the way for the independence and social-professional integration of 120 young people aged 15-24 living on the margins of society. They are now hosted in 7 partner centres across Cairo and acquiring a new level of education and essential life skills.
Apart from financial support, they get a significant boost from RATP Dev Mobility Cairo - the local RATP Dev subsidiary - in the form of opportunities to learn about the company and its lines of work, as well as internships, mentoring from employees, and mobility assistance.
This project is part of a broader programme from Samusocial International. The letter of intent behind the programme was also signed on 24th of July by several other partners under the aegis of the French Development Agency, including two Egyptian organisations: the Sawiris Foundation and a company called ORA. Beyond the professional integration aspect supported by the RATP Group, the broader programme also includes a significant component aimed at social reintegration through sport, which is supported by the other partners.
RATP Dev Mobility Cairo
Established in 2020, RATP Dev Mobility Cairo, a subsidiary of RATP Dev, manages the Green Line 3 metro and the Capital Train (LRT) in Cairo.
Since taking over in 2021, Green Line 3 has expanded to serve 180 million riders, covering Downtown Cairo, Zamalek, Mohandeseen, Imbaba (the world's most densely populated district), and Cairo University. The LRT connects with Line 3 at Adly Mansour station, facilitating easy access for residents and visitors to the New Administrative Capital.
RATP Dev Mobility Cairo aims to provide a state-of-the-art metro service with great punctuality, regularity, strong maintenance, and excellent customer service. They prioritize passenger experience, offering safe, reliable, and clean services that enhance travel and support the region's economic sustainability.
Committed to local employment, RATP Dev Mobility Cairo ensures at least 90% of its over 2,000 employees are Egyptians. Hundreds have been trained to international standards, and a local training center is being established to continue knowledge transfer.