Speaking & Events

Speaking engagements, upcoming events, and conference participation.

Jun

17

Changing Regional Security in the Middle East

Location:

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) & Center for Strategic Studies, University of Jordan

Description:

Rana Sweis was moderator of the session “Non-state Actors – Between Escalation, Restraint and Recalibration,” examining how Hezbollah, Hamas, and Iran-affiliated militias in Iraq have been transformed by recent regional conflicts, and their evolving political, military, and economic roles. The panel featured Dr. Aurélie Daher, H.E. Dr. Mohammad Abu Rumman, and Mohanad Adnan.

May

11

Independent Media – Strong Communities Regional Conference

Location:

The regional conference “Independent Media – Strong Communities,” held in Amman

Description:

Rana Sweis participated as a speaker at the regional conference “Independent Media – Strong Communities,” held in Amman. She joined a panel on The Future of News and Content Production in the Face of Digital Competition in Broadcast Media, discussing the challenges facing news organizations as audiences, technology, and digital platforms reshape how journalism is produced and consumed.

Oct

30

Voices of the Zarqa River: People, Practices and Memories

Location:

Amman, Jordan

Description:

Rana Sweis moderated the roundtable “Voices of the Zarqa River: People, Practices and Memories”, organized by the French Development Agency (AFD) and the Institut français du Proche-Orient (Ifpo) in October 2025. The discussion explored the Zarqa River’s collective memory, changing uses, environmental challenges, and the experiences of communities living along the river.

 
 
 

Oct

13

Christians in Jordan and the Middle East: Defining a Role Amidst Domestic Reforms and Regional Conflicts

Location:

Amman, Jordan

Description:

Rana Sweis moderated the session “Christians in Jordan – a Model for Co-Existence, National Unity and Inclusive Citizenship?” The session explored the role of Christians in Jordan within the context of political reform, citizenship, national identity, and coexistence. The discussion featured former Deputy Prime Minister H.E. Dr. Rajai Muasher, with Christina Faddoul and Oraib Rantawi as commentators.

Feb

14

QARIB Independent Regional Media Meetup

Location:

Amman, Jordan

Description:

Rana Sweis participated as a speaker at the QARIB Regional Media Meetup in Amman, joining the session “Increasing Your Audience: Digital Marketing Strategies.” The discussion focused on strategies for expanding audiences and driving growth, including how media organizations can strengthen their online presence, engage target audiences, and use digital tools effectively. Sweis joined Mohammad Basim of Yalla/Iraq and Jean Kassir of Megaphone/Lebanon on the panel. The regional meetup was implemented by Canal France International (CFI) and funded by the French Development Agency (AFD), bringing together media professionals from Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq and Palestine.

May

12

Germany and Jordan: Between Crises in the Middle East and Challenges for Democracy — Jordanian Delegation to Germany

Location:

Berlin, Germany

Description:

Rana Sweis was part of a Jordanian delegation participating in a week-long dialogue program organized by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. The delegation met with German policymakers, researchers, civil society representatives, and political institutions to discuss German-Jordanian relations, the Gaza war and its regional repercussions, political reform and youth participation in Jordan, and challenges facing democracy in Germany.