Amman:Government Communications Minister Mohammad Momani emphasized the crucial role of Jordanian youth in combating online misinformation, highlighting their innovative ideas and projects that merit support.
According to Jordan News Agency, Momani, during a meeting with the Pulse of Change Association for Youth Empowerment, praised the council's initiatives that bolster national efforts to enhance Jordan's resilience against digital disinformation. As the government's official spokesperson, he advocated for increasing youth awareness on evaluating digital content and verifying information to mitigate misinformation, promote responsible social media use, and protect public awareness from misleading narratives.
Momani stressed the importance of integrating community-based initiatives, training programs, and digital tools to broaden youth engagement and enhance their impact. He also noted that social media and digital technologies provide effective avenues to reach young people, offering training opportunities and improving access to programs in artificial intelligence, technology, and digital communications. He highlighted that the online presence of youths allows them to advocate for Jordan's interests, national principles, and values.
Regarding current efforts, Momani mentioned that the Ministry of Government Communications operates across all governorates to clearly explain government policy, focusing on the purpose, reasoning, and practical impact of decisions.
Pulse of Change Association for Youth Empowerment President Mashhour Qutaishat stated that the Youth Council for Future Dialogues, serving as a platform for youth and political engagement, aims to develop initiatives based on young people's ideas and priorities, encouraging their participation in public life. The council seeks to promote Jordan's national narrative through knowledge and civic engagement, addressing key local and regional issues.
Qutaishat added that Jordanian youth possess the talent and potential to contribute to the Kingdom's development, emphasizing the importance of supporting initiatives that build their skills and enable active participation in national affairs under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II. The council team called for closer cooperation with the Ministry to equip youth with media, tech, and political skills, fostering national pride and encouraging greater public participation. They plan to expand training in AI, cybersecurity, and digital content creation, and emphasized the need for initiatives focused on digital literacy and countering disinformation, aiding young Jordanians in transforming creative ideas into real-world projects.