Aqaba:Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, Mohammad Khalaileh, inaugurated the 3rd Female Preachers Forum in Aqaba Governorate. The forum is organized by the Directorate of Women's Affairs of the ministry and includes participation from female preachers in Aqaba and Maan governorates.
According to Jordan News Agency, the forum, which spans four days, aims to strengthen moderate religious discourse and enhance the ability of female preachers to address contemporary intellectual and social issues. Khalaileh highlighted the importance of religious advocacy being rooted in knowledge, wisdom, and constructive dialogue, emphasizing the need to understand contemporary realities and societal concerns for effective preaching and social cohesion.
The Head of the Directorate, Lamis Al-Rashdan, noted that the forum is consistent with royal directives to empower women and encourage female leadership in religious guidance. She mentioned that the training provided prepares preachers to counter harmful ideas, raise religious awareness, and promote societal stability.
The opening ceremony saw attendance from significant local figures, including the Director of Aqaba Awqaf Directorate, Fares Al-Jawazneh, and the Director General of the Aqaba Company for Ports Operation and Management, Mahmoud Khleifat, among other local officials and preachers. The forum's schedule includes lectures by Islamic scholars and specialists on topics such as jurisprudence, contemporary thought, and communication methods to enhance educational outreach.