The Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Yarmouk University Conducts an Environmental Awareness and Cleanup Campaign at Dibeen Forest Reserve
As part of its commitment to social responsibility and the promotion of environmental sustainability, the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Yarmouk University organized a field visit to Dibeen Forest Reserve, during which an environmental cleanup campaign was carried out. The initiative was implemented in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment, the Royal Department for Environment Protection, and the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature, and was held in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Environment.
The event was attended by a number of faculty members, alongside the Vice Dean, Prof. Fakhrieh darabseh, and the Assistant Dean for Quality Affairs, Mr. Zahir Khasawneh. The visit aimed to enhance students’ environmental awareness, promote the concept of sustainable tourism through practical field engagement, and emphasize the importance of preserving tourist sites by preventing random littering.
The visit also included specialized awareness lectures delivered by representatives from the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature and the Royal Department for Environment Protection within the reserve. These sessions highlighted the importance of protecting the natural environment, the role of individuals in reducing pollution, as well as promoting responsible tourism behavior and the necessity of safeguarding natural sites from misuse and littering.
The Dean of the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Prof.Saad Al-Saad, affirmed that this initiative aligns with the strategic vision of the Jordanian government aimed at environmental protection and reducing random littering. He noted that the faculty is committed to preparing qualified professionals capable of achieving a balance between tourism development and the conservation of natural resources, in line with the vision and mission of Yarmouk University.
This campaign is part of a series of initiatives implemented by the faculty to engage students in practical activities that reinforce environmental values and support national efforts to maintain the cleanliness of natural and tourist sites across Jordan.
