Under the second topic, "Understanding and Tolerance," the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies, in association with the Masarat Foundation for Development, conducted its second session under the "Hate Speech and Interfaith Dialogue" initiative. Prof. Dr. Khalid Muhammad Al-Sharman of the College of Sharia and Islamic Studies' Department of Fundamentals of Religion delivered an interactive lecture on "Dismantling Hate Speech" at the second session.
The lecturer covered multiple axes, including Islam's approach to establishing solidarity and tolerance. He demonstrated the relationship between Muslims and non-Muslims within society, as well as the importance of good dealings and the establishment of rights, duties, and justice among members of the Muslim community. The lecturer emphasized the value of good communication and dialogue in fostering a positive culture and removing hatred. Stability is the foundation of society, and a peaceful greeting is the first step towards achieving it.
The need to make the best use of social media to foster positive relationships was another important point. In addition, anything that ruins relationships between members of the same society must go. The discussion focused on the harmony and variety that underpin Jordanian society, guided by the acceptance of Islamic Sharia.
Attending the conference were Mr. Talal Ghunaimat, Director of the Jordanian Masarat Foundation for Development, Dr. Batoul Al-Muhaisen, Director of the Center, Dr. Tariq Al-Nasser, Deputy Director of the Center, and other administrators, and students.
The Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies at Yarmouk University hosted a training workshop on "Social Accountability and Governance in Municipalities" at the Sarieh area, under the sponsorship of Bani Obaid Mayor Eng. Jamal Abu Obaid. The European Union, the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation, and the Al-Hayat Center (RASED) fund this component of the Nazaha project. A group of employees from the municipality and the surrounding community attended the training session, which covered a number of fundamental ideas of governance and accountability with the goal of enabling municipal workers to play a positive role in this field. Dr. Safaa Al-Suwailemien, the Professor of Law at Yarmouk University, presented it. European Union in Jordan RASED Jordan AECID Jordan AECID Yarmouk University Bani Obeid Municipalit
Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies held as part of the "Let's Volunteer... A training workshop entitled (Elections: Civic Participation and Responsibility), presented by Ms. Manthoor Al-Omari, a faculty member at the Faculty of Arts / Department of Political and International Studies, where the workshop aimed to introduce the election process and the importance of political participation, with a focus on the Jordanian Electoral Law No. (4) of 2022 and the participation of parties through the general list (partisan), in implementation of the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II, and the workshop included several interventions from the attendees.
In collaboration with the Jordanian Masarat Foundation for Development and Development, the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies initiated the first dialogue sessions on "Hate Speech and Religious Dialogue" as part of Masarat Al-Jordania's "Hate Speech and Interfaith Dialogue" project. These sessions feature a group of specialized speakers from Islamic and Christian clerics, as well as faculty members from the faculties of arts, Sharia, Islamic studies, and law, all working toward the royal vision of rejecting sectarian, sectarian, and ideological violence in the region and focusing on the language of dialogue based on respect for opinion and acceptance of the other.
During the first session, Dr. Ahlam Matalqa from the Department of Islamic Studies at the College of Sharia and Islamic Studies lectured about "peace and justice" and the issue of discussion and coexistence with each other within the following axes: His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein delivered a speech at the fifty-second Munich Conference, emphasizing the need to oppose the Kharijites' ideology. This ideology contradicts our true religion's call for acceptance and coexistence with others, rejecting violence and extremist ideologies, and adhering to Islamic principles of charity, righteousness, and justice towards non-Muslims, as long as they align with the axis of citizenship (peaceful non-Muslims), which is distinct from the treatment of a fighter.
It also discussed the subject of Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah newspaper, in which the Prophet (may God bless him and grant him peace) approved the principles of citizenship based on the recognition of the rights and duties of all those who inhabited the city, including Jews, polytheists, and Muslims, while establishing the principles of equality, right and prevention of injustice, and the need for dialogue rather than arguing with the other and disciplined openness to the other away. Hatred and violence.
Al-Matalqa also discussed the impacts of societal peace, which is based on uniting energies and directing them toward creation, establishing harmony and solidarity with society, and attaining harmony, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence in the interests of the individual and the nation.
Several members of the audience spoke throughout the event.
The Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies hosted a training workshop, " Building women's psychological and social identities," as part of the "Let's Volunteer... Let's Train" initiative. The workshop's presenter, Dr. Hamza Al-Rababa'a, is both a faculty member at the College of Educational Sciences/Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology and the Director General of the Model School. The workshop's objectives were to provide participants with an overview of women's psychological and social identity psychology, as well as the stages of its formation throughout life. Participants also aimed to identify the most significant psychological, cultural, and social factors and variables that impact the construction of women's psychological identity, as well as the most prominent elements that enhance it. Finally, the organizers encouraged participants to share their personal experiences and insights with each other. The workshop featured multiple interventions from those who attended, and the meeting covered real-world scenarios that could assess and empower the process of building one's psychological identity.
Head of the Training and Mentoring Department at the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies, Nesreen Jabata , gave a seminar titled "Secrets of Self-Confidence" on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, as part of the "Let's Volunteer... Let's Train" campaign.
The seminar covered many topics that would improve aspects of self-confidence, such as defining self-confidence, vanity, indicators of self-confidence and weakness, and personality assessments of the participants.
The training class concluded with a number of activities designed to help participants identify the personalities of the characters and provide the most important advice on how to shape their own personalities.
The Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies at Yarmouk University held a training session on "Social Accountability and Governance in Municipalities" in the Al-Sareeh region of Bani Obaid Municipality with the support of Bani Obaid Mayor Eng. Jamal Abu Obaid. This is a part of the Nazaha project, which the European Union, the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation, and the Al-Hayat Center (RASED) are funding.
A group of employees from the municipality and the surrounding community attended the training session, which covered a number of fundamental ideas of governance and accountability with the goal of enabling municipal workers to play positive roles in this field. Presenting the occasion was Yarmouk University Law Professor Dr. Safaa Al-Suwailemien.
On Thursday, the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies at Yarmouk University hosted a training workshop on "Social Accountability and Governance in Municipalities" at the Al-Hosn Cultural Center of Bani Obaid Municipality, under the sponsorship of Bani Obaid Mayor Eng. Jamal Abu Obaid. The European Union, the Spanish Agency for International Cooperation, and the Al-Hayat Center (RASED) fund this component of the Nazaha project. A group of employees from the municipality and the surrounding community attended the training session, which covered a number of fundamental ideas of governance and accountability with the goal of enabling municipal workers to play a positive role in this field. Dr. Safaa Al-Suwailemien, the Professor of Law at Yarmouk University, presented it.
Dr. Islam Massad, the President of Yarmouk University, and Commissioner-General Jamal Al-Shamaliya have signed a memorandum of understanding. This agreement aims to foster collaboration between Yarmouk University, represented by the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies, and the National Center for Human Rights. The goal of this collaboration is to integrate human rights concepts into teaching courses, improve cooperation and coordination in exchanging information, and raise awareness about human rights culture.
According to Massad, Yarmouk University has formed a strategic partnership with prominent national institutions, such as the National Center for Human Rights, with the goal of enhancing the university's work system. This partnership aims to cultivate students' understanding and knowledge in various fields, including the overall framework of human rights at both local and international levels. As a result, our students and university staff are better equipped to contribute to their communities and play a more active role in serving their country and improving their surroundings.
The speaker emphasized that Yarmouk University follows a national academic vision based on His Majesty the King's guidance and vision for youth, society, and education. These national visions serve as the driving force behind establishing a broad network of partnerships that enhance the role of scientific centers and colleges in serving the local community. Moreover, these partnerships enable professors and students, particularly those pursuing research in graduate programs, to comprehend the requirements of society and the institutions operating within it.
He stated his belief that the collaboration between Yarmouk University and the National Center for Human Rights will make a unique contribution to guiding focused scientific research in the areas of human rights and law, with the aim of advancing shared national objectives. This collaboration seeks to update the framework of values and legislation through various initiatives, including programs targeting students and the local community, particularly in relation to women's rights and roles. The university's plan and the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies align these efforts with the vision of political modernization and economic and administrative development.
Al-Shamayleh emphasized that the center's law grants it the authority to monitor the human rights situation. This includes incorporating human rights concepts into education, promoting awareness of human rights culture, conducting studies, and publishing specialized reports in the field of human rights to safeguard and advance human rights.
This memorandum's signing aligns with the National Center for Human Rights' plan to improve collaboration and communication with Jordanian universities. These institutions play a crucial role in promoting the culture of human rights and developing individuals who can actively contribute to society. Recognizing the significance of young people in all spheres of life, it is essential to instill in them a solid understanding of human rights concepts. This will ensure their active and constructive participation in nation-building and advancement.
Al-Shamayleh emphasized that this memorandum is part of a shared belief in the significance of women's roles and their empowerment through active participation in various domains. We will achieve this by enhancing collaboration in conducting joint studies and activities related to strengthening human rights principles, exchanging information and experiences, and ensuring ongoing efforts to advance Jordan's progress and safeguard human rights.
The memorandum specifies that the two sides will collaborate to conduct collaborative research on women's rights and organize specialized events and workshops on human rights, particularly those pertaining to women's rights and associated matters.
According to the memorandum, the National Center for Human Rights will provide Yarmouk University with human rights references, documents, and publications. In return, the university will provide the National Center with information regarding the annual report on the human rights situation, specifically focusing on women's rights.
Dr. Batoul Al-Muhaisen, the Director of the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies, and Dr. Tariq Al-Nasser, the Deputy Director of the Center, attended the signing of the agreement.
The Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women’s Studies at Yarmouk University is an academic and research center dedicated to women’s empowerment. It conducts studies and training programs, supports national policies, and promotes women’s participation through local and international partnerships.