On the third day of the NEXT STEP Fair, Professor Dr. Hakim Osman, Dean of the National Institute of Technology, delivered a thought-provoking speech titled “Non-Governmental Technical Institutes: Between Opportunities and Challenges.” Addressing a large gathering of students, guests, and professionals, Dr. Osman emphasized the importance of a collaborative approach among families, academic institutions, and media to support enrollment in technical studies. His remarks highlighted the crucial role of community and institutional partnerships in advancing the future of technical education.