Queen Rania honours Madrasati supporters

AMMAN — Her Majesty Queen Rania on Monday held a lunch at Basman Palace to honour supporters of the Madrasati initiative, which has enhanced the learning environment in 500 public schools across Jordan. 

The lunch was held in recognition of all those who supported and partnered with the Madrasati initiative to ensure schoolchildren receive quality education in environments fertile for creativity and excellence, according to a statement from Her Majesty’s office. 

It included several officials and CEOs of private sector companies who supported the five-phase initiative as well as directors of various civil society institutions.

Queen Rania thanked all contributors and supporters for their efforts and for believing in the success of Madrasati and its importance. 

Her Majesty referred to the initiative’s achievements as the greatest indicators of how accomplishments can be solidified through working together.

“You have built more than just fences and ceilings. You have built bridges of trust, loyalty and love,” Queen Rania told the supporters.

During the lunch, which was also attended by a number of ministers, Madrasati Director Tala Sweis showcased the accomplishments of the initiative, which has benefited 135,000 students, 9,000 teachers and 500 schools, the statement said. 

A film of testimonials from schools that benefited from Madrasati was screened at the event, highlighting the significant impact the initiative had on improving education, school infrastructure and student behaviour. 

In addition, it had a positive impact by boosting the morale of students, teachers and principals, according to the statement.

Queen Rania launched Madrasati in April 2008 with the aim of improving infrastructure through programmes that develop the educational environment in 500 public schools in dire need of aid. 

Through its five-phase framework, Madrasati has brought together different stakeholders from both the public and private sectors, as well as young volunteers and local communities.