AMMAN — A special cultural exchange event titled “Light of Kindness — Chinese Cultural Night” brought Chinese cultural experiences to Jordanian children on Tuesday. The event, organized by the China Cultural Center in Amman alongside local organizations Kindly Initiative and I Learn Volunteer Group, created a bridge between cultures through immersive activities and shared experiences.
More than 100 participants, including refugee children and volunteers, engaged with Chinese traditions in a welcoming environment. The program featured multiple interactive segments designed to educate and inspire through direct participation.
Zhao Xiaoqiang, Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Jordan and Director of the China Cultural Center in Amman, highlighted the importance of such exchanges. “Cultural interaction serves as a vital conduit for strengthening friendships and deepening mutual understanding between nations,” he stated. “We are dedicated to creating opportunities for Jordanian youth to gain meaningful insights into China’s rich cultural heritage.”
The evening’s programming included a performance of “Steps of Truth,” a children’s drama adapted from traditional Chinese folklore and presented by Jordanian performers. The theatrical piece was met with enthusiastic applause from attendees.
An interactive quiz on Chinese culture, facilitated by center staff member Abeer, introduced children to Chinese festivals and customs through storytelling and participatory learning. The educational segment allowed young participants to discover cultural similarities and differences in an engaging format.
The “Hands-on Heritage” workshop showcased Chinese paper-cutting artistry. Volunteers Zhao Yixuan and Hai Yiguang demonstrated the historical significance and techniques of this traditional craft before guiding children through their own creative paper-cutting and coloring projects.
Beyond cultural activities, the event incorporated practical health education with a dental hygiene session conducted in partnership with the Kindly Initiative. The demonstration provided children with essential oral healthcare knowledge and techniques.
As daylight faded, participants shared a traditional Ramadan iftar meal, beginning with dates and beverages before enjoying a communal dinner that fostered deeper connections and cultural exchange.
The event successfully blended cultural immersion with humanitarian outreach, enhancing cross-cultural appreciation while strengthening people-to-people ties between China and Jordan.