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Community awareness and education programs and initiatives implemented by official, academic, youth, and civil society institutions are ongoing in Ajloun Governorate, covering health, social, environmental, and cultural fields.
Specialists emphasized the importance of these programs in raising awareness and enhancing prevention, pointing out the significance of engaging youth and expanding initiatives that respond to the needs of the local community.
Dr. Firas Al-Hanandeh, President of Ajloun National University, stated that community awareness and education constitute an important part of the role of academic institutions in spreading knowledge and enhancing community members' awareness of issues affecting their daily lives.
He added that the university contributes, through seminars, lectures, and awareness activities, to transferring knowledge to the community and encouraging students to participate in initiatives and programs that promote social responsibility and link education with the needs of the local community.
The Chairman of the Governorate Council Committee, Engineer Muawiyah Annab, said that community awareness represents an important aspect of developmental work, especially given the diversity of issues that require awareness programs targeting various groups and regions in the governorate.
He added that strengthening cooperation between institutions and relevant entities contributes to implementing programs and initiatives that respond to community needs, emphasizing the importance of supporting efforts that help deliver awareness messages to citizens in various areas of Ajloun.
Adnan Freihat, coordinator of the "Nazratna Al-Urdun" (All Jordan Youth Commission) in Ajloun, stated that youth represent a core segment in community awareness programs due to their ability to reach their peers and participate in implementing various initiatives and activities.
He added that the commission implements programs and workshops targeting youth on a number of issues, including awareness of the dangers of drugs and enhancing prevention against them, alongside developing their skills and encouraging them to participate in voluntary and community work.
Yousef Al-Smadi, a member of the Nasmat Shouq Tourism Association, said that associations and community initiatives contribute to delivering awareness messages to community members through activities, events, and programs they implement in the field.
He added that involving youth in these activities enhances their ability to communicate with the community and contribute to spreading awareness about various issues, highlighting the importance of ongoing participatory work between institutions, associations, and initiatives.
Hussein Al-Momani, a member of the Community Action Coordination Committee, stated that coordinating efforts among official, civil, and youth institutions helps unify efforts and direct awareness programs toward issues that concern the local community.
He added that the continuation of these efforts requires regular awareness programs based on understanding community needs, along with strengthening partnerships between various entities to ensure that activities reach the largest possible segment.
Roa Zaitoun, a member of the "Environment Brings Us Together" initiative, said that environmental awareness contributes to enhancing community members' interest in preserving the environment and natural resources, pointing out the importance of activities that connect environmental knowledge with daily practice.
She added that environmental initiatives and field campaigns provide opportunities for youth and community members to participate in spreading awareness and encouraging practices that help reduce negative behaviors and preserve the environment.
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