Jordan Times
Friday, October 21, 2005
Jordan River Foundation (JRF) Celebrates 10th Anniversary
AMMAN (JT) — Their Majesties King Abdullah and
Queen Rania joined Jordan River Foundation (JRF) supporters and friends on
Wednesday in celebrating the foundation's decade of successful socio-economic
community and development projects across Jordan.
A documentary showcasing JRF's projects and achievements over the years, from
its various community empowerment programmes, to its child safety prevention and
awareness initiatives was screened at the 10th anniversary celebration.
The documentary featured Her Majesty's long- time support for the foundation as
well as the powerful impact of JRF-initiated projects on the local communities.
In her welcoming remarks, JRF Director General Maha Khatib noted that the
richness of the JRF experience can be attributed to the will and determination
of men and women in the local communities in overcoming the odds, and in
realising their dreams and aspirations.
Khatib also spoke of the Queen's vision and commitment and her trust in the JRF
team. She also thanked the larger “JRF family” for their critical role in
realising the work of JRF.
Building on the achievements of its Child Safety Programme, the JRF is currently
planning a new facility for the Child Safety Centre, Dar Al Aman, which to date
is the only shelter for abused children in the region.
Future directions also include counselling and family support services, and
addressing the lack of a professional cadre for child safety by working with
institutions of higher education. On that front, the JRF is currently working
with the University of Jordan in collaboration with universities in the UK to
update bachelor degree disciplines in the area of social services.
The foundation seeks to expand and enhance programme-based partnerships with
national organisations and enhance its networks at the regional and
international levels. Recently, the JRF signed an agreement with the Ministry of
Planning and International Cooperation to implement projects within the
Integrated Local Development Projects in Poverty Pockets initiative.