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| Queen Noor chairs the first meeting of KHF Board of Trustees, June 30, 1999. |
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King Hussein Foundation
The King Hussein Foundation (KHF) was established by a Royal Decree in 1999 as a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization to serve as an enduring commitment to the late King’s humanitarian vision and legacy. The Foundation's mission is to further King Hussein’s life-long commitment to peace, sustainable development and cross-cultural understanding through programs that promote education and leadership, community development, and peace and democracy throughout the Arab and Muslim world. KHF is an umbrella organization, comprised of several unique institutions and programs, including the Jubilee Institute, Information and Research Center, and Noor Al Hussein Foundation (NHF). NHF is a core component in implementing comprehensive community development programs. KHF’s pioneering programs and approaches remain models of distinction and innovation that have been emulated throughout Jordan and the Middle East. Under the Patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah and the Chairmanship of Her Majesty Queen Noor, the King Hussein Foundation seeks to inspire and support future generations to achieve tangible progress within their communities. The Foundation also strives to equip future leaders and peace builders with resources and experiences which enable them to achieve their full potential.
Education and Leadership The Foundation fosters education and leadership to encourage innovation and excellence in teaching and learning. KHF programs inspire capable and compassionate future leaders and expand scientific and professional training to prepare citizens for the challenges of the 21st Century. Additionally, The King Hussein Humanitarian Leadership Prize is awarded annually to honor individuals, groups and institutions that have demonstrated exceptional humanitarian leadership in their efforts to advocate for and promote sustainable development, human rights, tolerance, equity and peace. For more information visit The King Hussein Humanitarian Leadership Prize.
King Hussein was dedicated to the principles of democracy, justice and peace within Jordan and among nations. He sought to translate his deep and abiding faith in Islam, his humility and sense of fellowship with all people into systems of governance that promote dialogue and equality within the framework of international laws and Islamic principles.
Community Development KHF initiates and supports programs that emphasize active participation in the democratic process and promote dialogue, tolerance and understanding. These initiatives advocate equality and respect for human rights and contribute to national and international efforts towards sustainable and community development. The King Hussein Foundation coordinates its work with public and private institutions and organizations to make a significant contribution to sustainable development. The Foundation’s programs are designed to improve the overall quality of life of communities by responding to their diverse socio-economic needs. The King Hussein Foundation’s sustainable community development projects are implemented by the Noor Al Hussein Foundation, a pioneer in sustainable and community development initiatives and programs in Jordan and the region.
The King Hussein Foundation’s development initiatives and programs are unparalleled in Jordan and the region. They provide individuals and partner communities with the tools to achieve self-sufficiency and innovative models to advance peace-building, tolerance and cooperation.
King Hussein Foundation International The King Hussein Foundation (KHF) was established by Royal Decree in Jordan in 1999 to serve as an enduring commitment to King Hussein’s humanitarian vision and legacy. The same year, the King Hussein Foundation International (KHFI), a nonprofit 501c(3), nongovernmental organization, was founded to ensure that the international community also would benefit from this vision and legacy. Over the course of the King’s 47-year reign, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan became a regional and international model for social and economic development and political liberalization. These accomplishments reflected King Hussein’s passionate belief in the power and potential of each citizen to contribute meaningfully to national development, as well as to regional peace and security. As a Hashemite descendent of the Prophet Muhammad, King Hussein believed he had a responsibility to reach out to and support all people - Arabs, Muslims and others - to provide hope and opportunity to help them achieve their potential and accomplish their goals. He also knew that only by focusing on a broader concept of human security - sharing the opportunities and benefits of our world with all people, and enabling them to contribute in return - could we transcend the deprivation and hopelessness that so often lead to conflict and insecurity. The Foundation’s work promotes cross-cultural dialogue and understanding and, building on efforts in Jordan, advances social, economic, and political opportunity in the Arab and Muslim world. More details... (Download Brochure)
Contact King Hussein Foundation International - USA
P.O. Box 1195
Jordan – King Hussein Foundation P.O. Box 926687
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