Dr. Emad Al-Hammadin

A security and strategic studies scholar, senior lecturer, and former military officer with over 24 years of operational and academic experience across the Middle East and Australia. He holds a PhD in Political Science and Strategic Studies from the University of South Australia, as well as two master’s degrees from Macquarie University and the University of South Australia, with specialisations in counterterrorism, intelligence, and national security. He is a Senior Lecturer at the Royal Jordanian National Defence College and a Senior Researcher at the Center for Strategic Studies, University of Jordan, where he contributes to policy-relevant research, strategic assessments, and decision-maker briefings. A retired Colonel, Dr. Al-Hammadin has served extensively in the Royal Guards and Jordanian Special Forces, and now works as a security consultant on regional security, violent extremism, and emerging threats. His research focuses on countering violent extremism (CVE), political violence, trust-building, and the strategic implications of artificial intelligence in security and defence, complemented by a strong record of academic publications, teaching, and public engagement promoting security awareness, resilience, and a culture of tolerance. Contact info: Mobile: JOR: +962777003004, Australia:+61452550740