Zarqa, Feb 9 (Petra) - The Jordanian Parliament Children are participating in the third session of the Arab Parliament for the Child, which opened on Monday in Sharjah under the theme "Cybersecurity: Towards Child-Friendly Content for Arab Children." The event brings together children from dozens of Arab countries, reflecting the Arab world’s commitment to children’s rights and empowerment.

Mohammad Al-Zoubi, Director of Zarqa’s Culture Directorate, told the Jordan News Agency (Petra) that Jordan’s participation underscores the country’s dedication to enhancing children’s roles in discussing issues that affect their daily lives and future while fostering a culture of dialogue and active participation.

He added that the Jordanian children attended the session with great confidence, presenting innovative ideas and visions for building a safe digital space that protects children from online risks and promotes responsible and positive use of modern technology.

During the session, participants discussed the importance of establishing mechanisms to ensure a child-friendly digital environment that shields them from harmful content and allows them to engage freely and responsibly. The discussions aim to keep pace with rapid technological developments while instilling in children an awareness of their rights and duties in the virtual world. The children also highlighted their active role in shaping digital policies that consider the best interests of Arab children and contribute to building a safe and sustainable knowledge-based society.

Al-Zoubi noted that the presence of Jordanian children at this pan-Arab forum reflects Jordan’s commitment to supporting joint Arab initiatives aimed at protecting and empowering childhood. It provides a platform for the voices of Jordanian children to reach Arab decision-making forums, laying a foundation for a safer and more stable future for upcoming generations and projecting a positive image of Arab childhood in the digital age.

//Petra// AF