Aqaba, August 23 (Petra) – Jordan River Foundation (JRF) on Sunday wrapped up its 2026 summer camp activities.

Implemented by JRF's Queen Rania Al Abdullah Center for Community Empowerment in Aqaba, the camp activities saw the participation of 350 children and teenagers aged 6 to 17, alongside a number of volunteers and program organizers.

Talking at the closing ceremony, Khaled Alawi, Director of Institutional Development at the Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC), referred to the ADC's developmental and investment role in developing the Aqaba region.

He said this effort stems from ADC's vision, focusing on true development that reflects economic and investment projects' "positive and sustainable" impact on the lives of people and society.

Launched as part of Safe Spaces for Protection Project, in partnership with the JRF, he said this initiative aligns with the ADC's commitment to building "effective institutional" partnerships with national and civil society organizations.

This process, he said, aims to direct corporate social responsibility programs to achieve "impactful and sustainable" steps that directly address community needs.

During the executive phases, he noted that the project provided an "crucial" model for integration among Jordan's institutions in serving the community by offering a safe and supportive environment for children and adolescents.

He affirmed this environment provides opportunities for learning, innovation, and positive interaction and enhances the beneficiaries' life skills to discover and develop their talents.

He remarked: "Investing in children and adolescents is a "long-term" investment in the future of Aqaba and its community." He said providing safe and stimulating spaces would build these groups who are more capable of learning, interacting, engaging, and taking responsibility, and strengthens their ability to face challenges "positively." //Petra// AG