Events

Mithaq Political Leadership Pathways

Leadership training program for party youth

In cooperation with the Mithaq Political Party, the KAS Jordan Office successfully concluded the specialised training workshop titled “Mithaq Political Leadership Pathways”. The training program helped to prepare a new generation of young leaders within the political party, who are capable of representing their communities effectively and of contributing to the advancement of democratic processes.

WANA-KAS Think Tank School

Kick-off training sessions for young policy analysts

KAS Jordan and the West Asia - North Africa (WANA) Institute jointly launched the first phase of the 2026 edition of the WANA-KAS Think Tank School for a cohort of young policy analysts.

The Role of Parliament in Promoting the Rights and Active Citizenship for Persons with Disabilities

Insights into the dialogue between parliament, relevant institutions and civil society on inclusive policymaking

The Konrad Adenauer Stiftung’s, Jordan Office, in cooperation with the Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, held a dialogue session under the patronage of the Speaker of the Jordanian House of Representatives to discuss the role of parliament in strengthening the rights, active citizenship and political participation of people with disabilities.

Training of Teachers: How to Teach Politics at School

The KAS Jordan Office, in cooperation with the Jordanian Centre for Civic Education (JCCE), held the first of four training workshops for Social Studies teachers on 13-14 February. The updated Social Studies curriculum, introduced by the National Center for Curriculum Development (NCCD), includes critical topics such as political parties, human rights and elections, which require innovative teaching strategies to engage students effectively. The teachers’ training workshops, which KAS and JCCE launched in 2023, focus on democracy and political participation and aim to equip teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver these topics effectively to their students. The workshops include teachers with disabilities who are actively teaching social studies, bringing the project in line with HM King Abdullah’s directives for inclusion of persons with disabilities in the educational system.

Addressing Socio-Economic Challenges in Jordan

Suggested Solutions in the Context of Jordan’s Economic Modernisation Vision (EMV)

On Wednesday, 11 February 2026, Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) Jordan Office and the West Asisa-North Africa (WANA) Institute jointly hosted the event “Addressing Socio-Economic Challenges in Jordan”. The served to publish and present seven policy papers addressing different socio-economic challenges in Jordan within the framework of the Economic Modernisation Vision (EMV) 2022-2033. The event brought together a wide range of participants from Jordanian government institutions and representatives of prominent stakeholders in the country who actively contributed to the discussions.

Christians in Jordan and the Middle East

Defining a Role Amidst Domestic Reforms and Regional Conflicts

The Konrad-Adenauer Stiftung Jordan (KAS) and the Catholic Center for Studies and Media (CCSM) organized an international conference on the role of Christians in Jordan and the Middle East amidst regional conflicts and domestic reforms. Under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Rajai Muasher, the event brought together political, religious, academic, and civil society leaders to discuss the contributions of Christian communities to peace, stability, and interfaith dialogue. Emphasizing Jordan's commitment to coexistence under King Abdullah II, speakers highlighted the historical significance of Christians in Jordanian society and the broader challenges faced by Christians in the region, including issues of identity, religious freedom, and migration. The conference also acknowledged the important role of the Christian diaspora in supporting peace and reform efforts.

Civic Education and Religion

Building a Culture of Citizenship and Social Peace

On 22nd September 2025, under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Azmi Mahafzah, Minister of Education and Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the KAS Jordan Office, in cooperation with the Jordanian Center for Civic Education (JCCE) and the Catholic Center for Studies and Media (CCSM), organised the conference “Civic Education and Religion: Building a Culture of Citizenship and Social Peace.” The event brought together academics, policymakers, educators, and religious leaders to explore how civic education and religion can jointly foster citizenship, inclusion, and social cohesion. Discussions addressed the ethical foundations of faith, the challenges and opportunities of the digital age, and the crucial role of schools in cultivating responsible and engaged citizens. The conference concluded with a shared call for a stronger synergy between civic education and religion to promote peace, shared values, and coexistence.

Regime Change in Damascus - Consequences for Jordan and Iraq

Expert Roundtable Organized by KAS and CSS at the University of Jordan

The sudden end of the Assad regime after years of civil war came as a surprise to most observers. While the fall of the dictatorship has triggered waves of joy and relief not only among many Syrians, it remains uncertain what Syria will look like after Assad. In neighboring countries, people are looking to Damascus and the new rulers around interim president Ahmed Al-Sharaa with a mixture of hope and critical reservation. The perspectives and policy options of two of Syria's most important neighboring states, Jordan and Iraq, were the focus of the KAS and CSS Foreign Policy Roundtable on 13.02.2025.

Political Participation for Everyone and Everywhere

KAS Jordan at the Multi-Regional Global Disability Summit in Amman

The Multi-Regional Global Disability Pre-Summit 2024, held in Amman, Jordan, on November 13–14 under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mired Ra’ad Zeid Al-Hussein, galvanised global efforts for advancing the rights of people with disabilities and inclusion ahead of the Global Disability Summit in Berlin. Bringing together diverse voices from across the globe, the summit tackled urgent priorities such as inclusive education, accessible workplaces, equitable urban design, and political empowerment for persons with disabilities. By fostering bold collaboration and driving innovative solutions, the event amplified the voices of those it aimed to empower and set a powerful agenda for building a more inclusive, equitable world.

Political Participation for Everyone and Everywhere

KAS Jordan at the Multi-Regional Global Disability Summit in Amman

The Multi-Regional Global Disability Pre-Summit 2024, held in Amman, Jordan, on November 13–14 under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mired Ra’ad Zeid Al-Hussein, galvanised global efforts for advancing the rights of persons with disabilities and inclusion ahead of the Global Disability Summit in Berlin. Bringing together diverse voices from across the globe, the summit tackled urgent priorities such as inclusive education, accessible workplaces, equitable urban design, and political empowerment for persons with disabilities. By fostering bold collaboration and driving innovative solutions, the event amplified the voices of those it aimed to empower and set a powerful agenda for building a more inclusive, equitable world.