Welcome...
The Jordanian Center for Civic Education Studies (JCCES) was established in Amman in August, 2003. The Center aims to promote civic awareness amongst the Jordanian population focusing their aspirations in such a way as to enable them to become active citizens who are aware of their rights and responsibilities and those of others.
The Jordanian Center for Civic Education Studies has partnerships with national and international organizations that aim to nurture and coordinate the efforts of individuals working in the field of civic education and human rights.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Jordanian Center for Civic Education Studies is to promote an enlightened and responsible body of citizens who are committed to democratic principles and who also actively engage in the practice of democracy in Jordan.
Philosophy
Civic Education rests upon the concept of strengthening the elements of knowledge, values, and skills of citizenship. It respects deep universal human rights. Democratic skills are not innate but are acquired through education and practice.
Citizenship education will strengthen constitutional principles, democratic practices, and freedom of thought. Active citizens understand their culture as well as the culture of others. Furthermore they also are abler to investigate the meaning of citizenship and seek the most suitable practices for their civil societies.
Citizenship embraces the following concepts:
- Free expression and respect of pluralism,
- Openness to different cultures,
- Respect of the rule of law and constitutional rights,
- Affirmation of the principle that human rights are the rights of all individuals regardless of gender, religion, nationality or race,
- Rejection of extremism and violence as means of expression and the preference of dialogue based on respect of the diverse opinions and differences,
- Strengthening the culture of moderation, understanding, mutual respect and tolerance.
- Development of civic education and human rights curriculum materials.
- Organization of workshops and teacher training seminars.
- Establishment of a local trainers' network.
- Developing awareness among educators, education policy makers and parents about the importance of civic education.
- Careful monitoring and evaluation of ongoing programs.
- Strengthening relationships with other NGOs working in the filed of education.
- Develop ties with the media to promote wider understanding of Civic education.
The Jordanian Center for Civic Education Studies (JCCES) works with:
- Schools ( Teachers and Administrators)
- Universities
- Students
- Youth community
- Official governmental Organizations ( Ministries of Education, Curriculum Development departments...)
- NGOs and Civil society Organizations
- Training workshops
- Brochures
- Translation and adaptation of civic education material
- Evaluation reports and research papers
- Development of curriculum and training materials
- Annual portfolio presentations conference
- Newsletters