UNESCO supports development of Jordan’s Second National Media and Information Literacy Strategy

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), has reaffirmed its support for the development of Jordan’s second National Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Strategy for 2025–2028, in partnership with the Jordan Media Institute and the Ministry of Government Communication.

The initiative aims to empower citizens with the skills needed to engage critically and responsibly with media and digital content.

Led by the Ministry of Government Communication, and in collaboration with UNESCO and the Jordan Media Institute, the strategy will offer a comprehensive national framework to promote critical thinking, digital awareness, and responsible information engagement, in response to the evolving challenges of the digital environment.

In today’s information-saturated world, where disinformation and misleading narratives are increasingly common, UNESCO underscores the urgent need to equip individuals with the tools to assess the credibility of sources, discern between reliable and misleading content, and understand the ethical dimensions of the information they consume and share.

The first draft of the strategy has recently been completed and is expected to be published soon on the online platforms of both the Ministry and JMI. It will be open for public consultation over a period of 30 days, allowing citizens and experts alike to provide input and contribute to shaping the final document.

Once the consultation period concludes, the Jordan Media Institute will revise the draft accordingly and prepare the final version, which will be launched during a national event following formal endorsement by the Minister of Government Communication and relevant government bodies.

UNESCO emphasizes that MIL is no longer a luxury, but a necessity—central to protecting societies from disinformation and empowering informed civic participation. Without these essential skills, individuals and communities remain vulnerable to manipulation and disempowered to make sound decisions.

UNESCO takes pride in supporting this national effort and commends the leadership of the Ministry and the expertise of the Jordan Media Institute, both of which reflect Jordan’s commitment to an engaged, informed, and digitally resilient society.

This year also marks a significant milestone: the 75th anniversary of Jordan’s membership in UNESCO and the 70th anniversary of its membership in the United Nations—adding further significance to this collaboration and underscoring the strength of Jordan’s international partnerships in fostering media literacy and access to information.