Health Outreach (3.3.2)

1. AAU Organizes Blood Donation Campaign 

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) organized a blood donation campaign in collaboration with the Ministry of Health – Blood Bank Directorate, as part of its annual community service plan. The campaign witnessed wide participation from students, faculty, and administrative staff who voluntarily donated blood to support national healthcare efforts. This initiative reflects AAU’s strong culture of social responsibility and commitment to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) through promoting volunteerism, preventive healthcare, and community solidarity. 

2. AAU Nursing Department Celebrates International Nurses Day with Awareness and Humanitarian Activities 

The Faculty of Nursing at Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) celebrated International Nurses Day by organizing a series of awareness and humanitarian activities. The event included a health campaign titled “Health Pulse from the Heart of Nursing”, where students and staff provided free health checks (blood pressure, blood sugar, BMI) and distributed brochures on nutrition and physical activity. Nursing students also visited the Samir Shamma Elderly Care Home, conducting memory activation exercises to promote mental well-being among the elderly. The initiative demonstrates AAU’s strong commitment to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) through community engagement, volunteering, and holistic health promotion. 

3. Al-Ahliyya Amman University Organizes Free Medical Day at Al-Baqa’a Camp 

The Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences at Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) organized a Free Medical Day at Al-Baqa’a Camp, providing completely free healthcare and diagnostic services to more than 500 beneficiaries from Al-Baqa’a, Ain Al-Basha, and surrounding areas. The event, supervised by Prof. Ghaleb Ereikat, was held in cooperation with the Al-Sahabi Abdullah bin Umm Maktum Association for the Blind and Orphans and supported by Dr. Maher Al-Hourani, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees. Faculty members, specialists, and students from all departments—Physical Therapy, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Optometry, Audiology and Speech Therapy, and Cosmetology—offered comprehensive services including physical therapy sessions, blood and vision tests, speech screenings, and skin care awareness. This humanitarian initiative demonstrates AAU’s strong commitment to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) through sustainable outreach, community partnerships, and accessible healthcare for vulnerable populations. 

4. AAU Participates in and Sponsors the 11th Hearing and Balance Health Conference 2025 

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) participated in and sponsored the 11th Hearing and Balance Health Conference 2025, organized jointly with the Arab Academy of Hearing and Balance and Lübeck University (Germany) under the patronage of HRH Princess Muna Al-Hussein. The event included representatives from 38 countries, 198 research papers, and 14 specialized workshops. Through its Hearing and Speech Center, AAU has provided free diagnostic and therapeutic services to over 30,000 beneficiaries, including community members and refugees. The university’s participation demonstrates its strong commitment to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by promoting research, healthcare education, and inclusive community service through international collaboration. 

5. AAU Participates in the Launch Ceremony of the "Wellness Ambassadors" Project 

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) participated in the launch of the “Wellness Ambassadors” Project, held under the patronage of HRH Princess Dina Mired and organized in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Health – Jordan. The program aims to empower youth and promote awareness on the dangers of tobacco use and its negative impact on health and the environment. Representatives from five Jordanian universities participated, with AAU represented by Dr. Omar Al-Zyoud, Dr. Mona Al-Nsour, and pharmacist Haneen Al-Momani from the Faculty of Nursing – Women’s Health Center. Selected students will receive one-year training and accredited hours from WHO. This national initiative contributes directly to SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 13 (Climate Action) through awareness, prevention, and student-led community engagement.