Dr. Khalil Al-Abdallat, Director of the Human Rights Unit at the Prime Ministry of Jordan, affirmed that the vision of His Majesty King Abdullah II, with the direct support of Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah, forms the cornerstone of national efforts aimed at empowering youth, safeguarding their dignity, and ensuring their rights.
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His remarks came during the 24th Youth and Technology Conference held under the theme "Active Youth Participation and Human Rights", in cooperation with the Jordanian Women’s Solidarity Institute (Tadamon) and the Jordanian National Women’s Committees Network. The event gathered young Jordanian leaders, government entities, and national institutions to reaffirm Jordan’s commitment to integrating youth as key partners in shaping the present and future through a human rights lens.
Constitutional and Legislative Reforms
Al-Abdallat highlighted tangible government measures to realize this vision, including constitutional amendments, lowering the age of candidacy, and modernizing laws that enhance youth participation in political, social, and economic spheres.
Crown Prince's Global Role
He emphasized Crown Prince Hussein’s pioneering international efforts, notably his leadership in promoting UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace, and Security. “The Crown Prince was the first to champion this resolution globally, calling on governments and the international community to recognize youth as peacebuilders, not just victims of conflict,” Al-Abdallat said.
Alignment with International Obligations
He also noted the government’s alignment with international human rights commitments, particularly the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) recommendations, which call for enhanced youth involvement in public life, climate action, development, and human rights.
In a direct message to young people, Al-Abdallat urged them to play a vital role in protecting human rights and upholding the values of good citizenship, asserting that they are the “backbone of the modern state and the true guardians of justice, equality, and human dignity as envisioned by His Majesty.”
Civil Society Collaboration
Noha Mehrez, President of Tadamon, underscored the importance of engaging with decision-makers, particularly government units like the Human Rights Unit, given the critical role of civil society in implementing national strategies.
In’am Asha, Executive Director and Advisor at Tadamon, said that the ongoing series of Youth and Technology Conferences reflect the organization’s commitment to executing national programs and political will through sustained partnerships between civil society and official institutions.
Dr. Zohour Gharaibeh, Project Manager of “Sawt,” highlighted the significance of enhancing women’s and youth participation in politics, aligning with the outcomes of Jordan’s Political Modernization Committee.
Ruba Matarneh, Secretary General of the Jordanian National Women’s Committees Network, stressed the value of coordination among civil society organizations. She noted that unified efforts amplify impact and improve policy influence and government accountability, especially concerning youth and women’s engagement in public life.
