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Jordan Jordan: CCSM holds a training workshop for university students on role of media in promoting harmony

By Munir Bayouk/ en.abouna.org: The Catholic Center for Studies and Media (CCSM) in Jordan on Monday, November 2, 2024 held a training workshop for students enrolled in the University of Jordan, Petra University, Al al-Bayt University, and Tafila Technical University on "The Role of Social Media and Artificial Intelligence in Promoting Dialogue and Harmony" at Karam Imseeh Hall in Tla' Al-'Ali, northwestern Amman.   At the outset of the workshop, CCSM Director Fr. Dr ...more

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