Wings of Hope Society participated in the “Clean Up the World’ annual international campaign aimed at protecting the environment from pollution and waste. This global initiative brings together individuals, civil society organizations, and official institutions to conduct clean-up activities and awareness programs to reduce environmental pollution.
The Society organized a clean-up campaign in the Wadi Rum Protected Area, with the participation of students from King Talal Secondary School. The activity was coordinated with the management of the Wadi Rum Protected Area, the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA), and the Tourism Police as well as a number of volunteers from the village of Wadi Rum.
The group headed to the Khazali area, one of the most visited tourist spots in the Wadi Rum desert, which unfortunately suffers from waste left behind by visitors. The purpose of the campaign was not only to clean the site, but also to raise awareness among students and participants on the importance of preserving such natural treasures—one of Jordan’s environmental gems and a vital source of income for local communities through tourism. Students were encouraged to become advocates for maintaining the cleanliness of these natural sites and to prevent anyone from leaving waste behind after enjoying the beauty of the area.
On the following day, the Society joined its partner, the Royal Marine Conservation Society of Jordan (JREDS), in the environmental awareness activities for schools, held in Ayla Oasis area in Aqaba. Students took part in an environmental challenge program designed to inspire ideas and solutions to reduce pollution of the sea and beaches. A day earlier, JREDS had organized beach and underwater clean-ups in Aqaba, with the participation of professional divers.
The world continues to suffer from pollution in natural areas, and Jordan—through both governmental and civil society efforts—is working to reduce pollution and littering in natural sites and even within city streets. These activities, supported by several official bodies, environmental associations, and private-sector institutions, aim to promote environmental awareness due to its direct impact on public health and on the national economy, particularly in the tourism sector.
Sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributed and continues to contribute to these activities.
“Clean Up the World” is a global movement launched in 1993 in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Every year, millions of volunteers in more than 180 countries take part in clean-up activities to protect the planet, reduce waste, and promote environmental responsibility.
