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Paris, Oct. 2 (Petra) -- Director-General of the UNESCO, Irina Bokova, has announced that HRH Princess Sumaya bint Hassan has been named as a UNESCO Special Envoy for Science for Peace (2017-2019).
Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan is named in recognition of her efforts to promote science as a power to bring countries together and contribute to positive changes in society, for her commitment to strengthening the development of scientific thinking in her native country and her dedication to the ideals and aims of the Organization." As a UNESCO Special Envoy, the Princess will support the work of the Organization in science diplomacy, notably during the forthcoming World Science Forum, which will take place in Jordan from 7 to 11 November.
Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan is the President of the Royal Scientific Society of Jordan since 2006. She is also the Deputy-Chair of the Higher Council for Science and Technology and has supported SESAME, the Synchroton-light for experimental science and applications in the Middle East, located in Allan, Jordan.
UNESCO Special Envoys are exceptional personalities who serve as standard-bearers for the Organization. Through their professional activities and personal charisma, they help ensure that UNESCO's message is heard worldwide.
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2/10/2017 - 10:04:19 PM
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