The German Jordanian University (GJU) participated in the Fulbright Foreign Student Program (FFSP) Alumni Regional Employability Workshop, held from February 9–11 at the InterContinental Amman. The regional gathering brought together Fulbright alumni from Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and the West Bank to exchange insights on career advancement, leadership, strategic planning, personal branding, and workforce readiness across the MENA region.
Representing GJU, Joude AlShawareb delivered a presentation titled “Empowering Jordanian Candidates for the International Labour Market (EJIM),” highlighting a structured project designed to bridge academia and international employment opportunities. The presentation showcased EJIM as a practical pathway that equips Jordanian graduates and professionals particularly in information technology and industrial engineering with the technical, linguistic, intercultural, and job-readiness skills required to compete in global labour markets.
AlShawareb emphasized the importance of structured assessments, employer engagement, and targeted upskilling in addressing both local unemployment challenges and international skills shortages. She underlined how initiatives such as EJIM strengthen institutional cooperation, promote gender inclusion, and create sustainable mobility pathways aligned with international market demands. Participants engaged in discussions on how similar frameworks could be adapted and replicated within their respective countries to enhance regional employability strategies.
The workshop served as a dynamic platform for cross-regional collaboration and knowledge exchange, reinforcing the role of alumni networks in driving innovation and impact. Through its participation, GJU demonstrated its continued commitment to advancing inclusive employability models and supporting Jordanian talent in accessing meaningful opportunities beyond borders.
The event concluded with strengthened regional partnerships, increased awareness of structured employability initiatives, and renewed momentum toward collaborative solutions that empower graduates to thrive in an increasingly competitive global workforce.