The Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) this past weekend welcomed the government’s decision to reopen sports clubs and sporting events behind closed doors, after a suspension of over two months as part of measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
A task-force, established and led by the JOC, working with National Federations, sports clubs and sports media, was crucial in engaging and attaining approval from the government for the sports sector to reopen on Saturday 6 June.
The task-force provided an open communications channel for the JOC to discuss, debate and agree on a consistent set of messages for the government on behalf of every stakeholder group in the sports sector in Jordan. In addition, each stakeholder, in turn, amplified this clear and aligned messaging via their own platforms.
To coincide with the resumption of sport, the JOC announced a package of precautionary measures and guidelines, approved by the Jordanian Ministry of Health, for the sports sector to implement to ensure a smooth return to the ‘new normal.’
JOC Secretary General Nasser Majali, said:
"On behalf of the JOC, I would like to thank all National Federations, athletes, coaches, officials, sports clubs, sponsors and media, for adhering to the government’s directives to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The JOC is proud of your commitment and dedication throughout this very difficult period. As a result of our unified efforts and engagement with the government, sport can now get back to business and help play a key role in the wellbeing and development of Jordanians throughout the Kingdom. The recovery phase will take time, but the economic, social and health benefits from the return of sport should not be underestimated."
As part of the return to sport, the JOC will be actively monitoring to ensure that the sport sector is adhering to all health standards issued by the Jordanian government and make every effort to preserve the safety of the sporting community.
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