The Center for Sustainable Development and Women's Empowerment at Al al-Bayt University organized an awareness lecture entitled “Digital Rights Literacy” at Al-Bakhit Auditorium, Faculty of Business. The event brought together a distinguished group of experts in human rights and legal affairs, aiming to raise awareness of the risks of digital violence targeting women and children and to introduce preventive and protective measures, as well as the relevant legal procedures.

The lecture featured the participation of Toghreed Al-Dughmi, Director of the Wa'i Human Rights Center; Kholoud Shakakhwa, Director of the Danish Institute in Jordan; lawyer Ziad Al-Shawaqfeh; lawyer Sawsan Ayoub; and Ahmad Abzakh. The event was attended by Professor Hani Akho Rasheideh, representing the University President, and Dr. Haifa Al-Dalabeeh, Director of the Center.

On behalf of the University President, Professor Akho Rasheideh conveyed the President's greetings and welcomed the participants, emphasizing the importance of establishing effective partnerships with institutions and centers concerned with human rights awareness. He noted that such partnerships play a significant role in developing students' awareness and enhancing their understanding of their rights and responsibilities. He also highlighted the University's commitment to supporting meaningful initiatives and volunteer work, while promoting institutional collaboration in ways that serve the community and advance the University's academic mission.

Dr. Haifa Al-Dalabeeh outlined the objectives and significance of the lecture, highlighting the Center's efforts to implement awareness-raising and training programs and organize seminars and meetings targeting students and other relevant groups, in cooperation with local community institutions. These initiatives aim to strengthen a culture of rights and promote social responsibility.

Kholoud Shakakhwa, Director of the Danish Institute in Jordan, expressed her appreciation to the University for hosting the event, emphasizing the pivotal role of academic institutions in promoting human rights awareness and instilling these values among young people. She also highlighted the importance of cooperation with official partners and higher education institutions, commending Jordan's commitment to human rights principles and referring to the country's efforts and positions in this field under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II.

Lawyer Toghreed Al-Dughmi, representing the Network of Women Lawyers Initiative to Combat Digital Violence Against Women, highlighted the initiative's preventive and community-based role in promoting safe technology use and addressing various forms of online abuse and blackmail. She also discussed mechanisms for responding to digital violations and stressed the importance of preserving and documenting electronic evidence, explaining the legal and social responsibilities and consequences associated with such practices. She further emphasized the need to empower women and strengthen their ability to protect themselves in the digital environment.

Lawyer Sawsan Ayoub provided an overview of the concept of violence against women and children through social media platforms, discussing its main causes and contributing factors, particularly limited digital literacy and a lack of knowledge about safe technology use. She also reviewed the most common forms of digital violence, including online threats and blackmail, identity impersonation, privacy violations, cyber harassment, defamation and slander, digital surveillance, and the publication of manipulated images without the consent of those depicted. She further explained the relevant legal procedures and penalties applicable to such offenses.

The lecture featured an interactive discussion and constructive dialogue with attendees, addressing several issues and challenges related to digital protection and legal accountability. Participants also highlighted the importance of concerted efforts to combat cyber violence and promote a culture of responsible and safe technology use.

At the conclusion of the event, the Thantia Team, comprising a distinguished group of outstanding University students, contributed to creating a welcoming atmosphere by receiving guests and communicating with them in several languages. This initiative reflected the students' linguistic and communication skills and their ability to represent the University in an exemplary manner.​