Al-Hussein Fellowship Program

This selective program aims to cultivate a mindset of service-based leadership among youth in Jordan by guiding them to develop their capabilities and fostering a sense of connectedness and accountability.

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Registration Status

Closed

Program Type

National Leadership Training

Program Path

Leadership

Program Language

Arabic and English

Registration Status : Closed
Application Start Date: 20 March 2024
Application End Date: 21 April 2024
Program Format: In person
Program Type: National Leadership Training
Program Path: Leadership
Program Period: One year
Program Language: Arabic and English
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Registration Status : Closed
Application Start Date : 20 March 2024
Application End Date : 21 April 2024
Session mechanism: In person
Program Type: National Leadership Training
Program Path : eadership
Program Period: One year
Program Period
Program Language : Arabic and English
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Program Details

Al Hussein Fellowship Program annually selects talented youth from across Jordan through a competitive process. The youth undergo international certification tracks to gain advanced leadership competencies. They participate in hands-on experiences such as internships, networking, one-on-one mentorships, and team building exercises.

HFP was launched in 2020 and partners with MIT LEAPS, Public Security Directorate, UAE Government Leaders Program, Jordan Strategy Forum, The Academies by Harvard Student Agencies, EDRAAK online learning program, and Common Purpose.

Al Hussein Fellowship Program annually selects talented youth from across Jordan through a competitive process. The youth undergo international certification tracks to gain advanced leadership competencies. They participate in hands-on experiences such as internships, networking, one-on-one mentorships, and team building exercises.

HFP was launched in 2020 and partners with MIT LEAPS, Public Security Directorate, UAE Government Leaders Program, Jordan Strategy Forum, The Academies by Harvard Student Agencies, EDRAAK online learning program, and Common Purpose.

Program Specifics

  • Duration: 365 days
  • Number of accepted participants each year: up to 50 participants
  • Active learning and participation hours: 300 hours
  • Volunteer work hours: 40-50 hours
  • Offered in cooperation with local, regional and international partners
  • Engages more than 150 experts, speakers, mentors and collaborators

  • Duration: 365 days
  • Number of accepted participants each year: up to 50 participants
  • Active learning and participation hours: 300 hours
  • Volunteer work hours: 40-50 hours
  • Offered in cooperation with local, regional and international partners
  • Engages more than 150 experts, speakers, mentors and collaborators

Who should join HFP?

  • Are familiar and interested in political and socioeconomic issues
  • Have impactful thought and influence
  • Are able to comply with methodological and scientific contexts
  • Have high moral standards
  • Play an effective role within their community
  • Have a growth mindset

  • Are familiar and interested in political and socioeconomic issues
  • Have impactful thought and influence
  • Are able to comply with methodological and scientific contexts
  • Have high moral standards
  • Play an effective role within their community
  • Have a growth mindset

Registration Requirements

  • Within target age group of 20-25 years.
  • Completion of all required registration information and documents.
  • Completion of English language assessment included in the registration application. (Passing grade will be decided based on applicants’ average each year).
  • Achieving the required professional level in the expressive essay, video presentation, and personal interview as required.
  • Achieving the required scores within the specialized assessments, including cognitive, leadership, career orientation, emotional intelligence, and mindset assessments.
  • Accepting and complying with the terms and conditions set in the registration application.

  • Within target age group of 20-25 years.
  • Completion of all required registration information and documents.
  • Completion of English language assessment included in the registration application. (Passing grade will be decided based on applicants’ average each year).
  • Achieving the required professional level in the expressive essay, video presentation, and personal interview as required.
  • Achieving the required scores within the specialized assessments, including cognitive, leadership, career orientation, emotional intelligence, and mindset assessments.
  • Accepting and complying with the terms and conditions set in the registration application.

Al Hussein Fellowship Graduate Network (HFGN)

HFGN is the primary platform for engaging graduates beyond the program. It fosters collaboration among graduates, creating a community that thrives on shared vision, successes, and collective impact. Being part of the Network is not guaranteed by graduation alone; members are expected to consistently work toward the HFP’s goals, embodying a service mindset and leadership principles for personal growth while making sustained, impactful contributions to their communities and the nation. Al Hussein Fellowship Program marks the beginning of these youths’ journey toward realizing their leadership roles, while the Graduate Network offers a pathway for their continued growth, service, and impact.

HFGN is the primary platform for engaging graduates beyond the program. It fosters collaboration among graduates, creating a community that thrives on shared vision, successes, and collective impact. Being part of the Network is not guaranteed by graduation alone; members are expected to consistently work toward the HFP’s goals, embodying a service mindset and leadership principles for personal growth while making sustained, impactful contributions to their communities and the nation. Al Hussein Fellowship Program marks the beginning of these youths’ journey toward realizing their leadership roles, while the Graduate Network offers a pathway for their continued growth, service, and impact.

Competencies and Mindsets

Leadership Disciplined and Ethical

Professional Service Based Leadership

Innovative and Growth Oriented

Frequently Asked Questions

HFP accepts 45 – 50 participants each year.

Participants are evaluated based on three main areas:

  • Commitment and compliance
  • Technical performance and achievement
  • Attitude and mindset growth

Evaluation is mostly done by trainers, mentors, and external judges, in addition to the program management observations and notes.

Through participation in HFP, youth can:

  • Engage with decision-makers
  • Join a network of peers
  • Access continuous learning opportunities
  • Make connections with key figures and mentors
  • Be part of social and community engagement
  • Participate in local and global impact discussions

The unique journey offered under this program, imposes high pressure on participants to adhere to all requirements while showing signs of personal growth and development. If most requirements were successfully achieved with the right attitude, then the participant will receive a graduation certification and will be eligible to join the HFP Graduate Network. If not, the participant will receive an attendance certification under certain tracks as applicable.