Amman — In an evening that reflected the noblest meaning of giving and volunteerism, the Bristol Hotel Amman hosted, at seven o'clock in the evening, the handover and inauguration ceremony of the new presidency of Lions Royal Swords Club for the 2026–2027 Lionistic year. The formal occasion, filled with pride, was attended by a distinguished gathering of Their Excellencies and prominent national figures, underscoring the vital role the club plays in serving Jordanian society.
During the ceremony, the outgoing president, Lion Eng. Lina Al-Momani, handed the club banner to the new president, Lion Osama Al-Maharmeh, in a scene that embodied the continuity of volunteer work and the renewed spirit of leadership within the club.
A Distinguished National Gathering
The ceremony was honored by a remarkable presence of Their Excellencies and statesmen, each of whom has left a clear mark in their field:
- H.E. Ms. Rabha Abdel-Fattah Al-Dabbas — Senator, and the first Jordanian woman to be appointed as a governor.
- H.E. Mr. Mufleh Hamad Al-Rahimi — Senator, Assistant President of the Senate, and former Member of Parliament.
- H.E. Ms. Kholoud Mohammad Al-Saqqaf — former Minister of Investment, and the first Arab woman to serve as Deputy Governor of a Central Bank.
- H.E. Mr. Ali Hamdan Al-Ayed — former Minister of Culture and former official government spokesperson.
- H.E. Mr. Ayman Riyad Al-Mfleh — former Minister of Social Development.
- H.E. Dr. Ahmad Al-Abbadi.
The ceremony also welcomed a distinguished group of senators and public figures, including H.E. Ms. Ehsan Barakat, H.E. Dr. Sawsan Al-Majali (a prominent academic in nursing and community health), H.E. Ms. Nayfeh Al-Zben, H.E. Dr. Reem Al-Baghdadi, and H.E. Mr. Fadel Al-Hamoud (former Director of Public Security). Their presence lent the occasion a refined official character, affirming their support for the community initiatives and volunteer work that Lions clubs represent.
Inauguration of the Honorary President
During the ceremony, H.E. Ms. Rabha Al-Dabbas was officially named Honorary President of Lions Royal Swords Club, in recognition of her distinguished national career and her continued support for humanitarian work.
The Handover Ceremony
The official handover was conducted by Past District Governor Lion Dr. Farid Qaawar, as the club leadership passed from the outgoing president, Lion Eng. Lina Al-Momani, to the new president, Lion Osama Al-Maharmeh — a moment that embodied the continuity of the club's journey of giving and its institutional approach.
The Lions Family
From the wider Lions family, the ceremony was attended by a constellation of leaders, including Past District Governor Lion Dr. Farid Qaawar, LCIF Area Leader Past District Governor Lion Aida Qaawar, Zone Chairperson Lion Nidal Al-Dawood, along with members of the Governor's Council in Jordan, region presidents, advisors, and the presidents and members of fellow Lions clubs.
Honoring and Recognition
In a gesture of appreciation, the new president, Lion Osama Al-Maharmeh, honored the attending dignitaries in recognition of their continued support for the club's humanitarian initiatives.
The immediate past president, Lion Eng. Lina Al-Momani, honored a group of Lions leaders who offered exceptional service: Governor Lion Dr. Farid Qaawar, Governor Lion Aida Qaawar, former Zone Chairperson Lion Khaled Hammo, former Region President Lion Fawzi Malkawi, and Lion Nemah Al-Laham (whose award was received on his behalf by club president Lion Farah Halwah). She also honored the club's members in recognition of their sincere efforts and dedication, which have been the cornerstone of the club's success.
Launch of the Artificial Intelligence Committee Book
The launch and signing of the Artificial Intelligence Committee's book — led by Lion Dr. Zaid Al-Rababah — marked a distinctive milestone of the evening, reflecting the club's commitment to keeping pace with technological advances and advancing knowledge in this vital field.
Address of the Club President, Lion Osama Al-Maharmeh
Welcome to you all. It gives me great pleasure to welcome you from the heart, as we meet again around the values we were raised upon: the values of goodness, giving, and honest work.
A person's life passes through many stages of pride and accomplishment, and along the way faces many challenges and successes. Yet at this particular moment, I can say in all sincerity that I am living one of the proudest stages of my life.
I am deeply proud of this precious trust and this generous gathering, especially as it comes in the presence of an elite of statesmen, each of whom has left a distinguished mark in their field. You have honored us with your presence — Your Excellencies, and all our esteemed guests.
Agenda of the First General Assembly Meeting (2026–2027)
The club's first General Assembly meeting followed an organized and precise program that reflected professionalism in managing the occasion:
- Opening of the session and the Royal Anthem.
- The Lions invocation (delivered by Lion Mona Bustami).
- Welcome according to protocol.
- The handover ceremony.
- Address of the new president and presentation of the action plan.
- Remarks by the club's Honorary President.
- Remarks by guests, the Region President, and the Zone Chairperson.
- Remarks by Past District Governor Lion Dr. Farid Qaawar.
- Remarks by LCIF Area Leader Past District Governor Lion Aida Qaawar.
- Honoring of guests, members, and the United Nations Committee members.
- Launch and signing of the Artificial Intelligence Committee book (Lion Dr. Zaid Al-Rababah).
- Closing of the session.
A Closing That Reflects the Spirit of Leadership
The ceremony concluded amid feelings of pride and belonging, with an affirmation of the continued journey of giving and humanitarian work under a new leadership that seeks to strengthen the club's role in serving the community and to entrench the values of volunteerism and responsible leadership. This event stands as a living model of the integration of institutional work and the humanitarian dimension, confirming that Lions clubs remain a fundamental pillar in supporting community and development initiatives in Jordan.
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