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The “Reform Leaders” Initiative

A year-long elite program targeting 30 young men and women annually.

30 Young men & women / year
12 Months of intensive training
5 Core components
100% Practical & applied
Program components

Five core components

Specialized training

Advanced training kits in leadership, policy, communication and elections.

Field visits

Direct exposure to national institutions and elected councils.

Parliamentary simulation

A hands-on experience of decision-making and the legislative process.

Development projects

Designing and delivering initiatives with measurable community impact.

Practical institutional training

Field training within councils, institutions and civil-society organizations.

A full-year journey

Timeline

Phase 1 — Nomination & selection

Month 1

Applications open, screening, interviews, and selecting 30 participants per eligibility criteria.

Phase 2 — Theoretical foundation

Months 2–4

Political thought, the Jordanian system, legislation, and leadership & communication skills.

Phase 3 — Practical application

Months 5–8

Parliamentary simulation, field visits, and campaign-management workshops.

Phase 4 — Graduation project

Months 9–11

Preparing and delivering a development project or policy paper under expert supervision.

Phase 5 — Graduation & networking

Month 12

Final assessment, certificates, and joining the Reform Leaders alumni network.

Eligibility

Who can apply?

  • Jordanian nationality, aged 20–35.
  • Commitment to full attendance throughout the year.
  • A university degree or equivalent public-work experience.
  • Clear motivation to engage in political and development work.

Apply for the next cohort

Seats are limited to 30 per year.

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