Overview
The King Abdullah II Fund for Development launched the Emerging Technologies and Electronic Gaming Lab (EDGE) as a specialized space dedicated to empowering youth and developing their skills in technology and innovation. The Lab provides a hands-on environment where young people can explore emerging technologies, develop their ideas, and transform them into innovative applications and solutions.
EDGE builds on the experience of Gaming Lab Jordan, which was launched by the Fund in 2001 through a Royal initiative to support the gaming industry and develop young people’s capabilities in this field. Over time, the Lab has expanded its scope to encompass a range of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, robotics, drones, and game development.
Through its programs and hands-on learning experiences, the Lab continues to contribute to building digital capabilities, fostering innovation, and preparing young people for the opportunities offered by the future of technology, through 8 branches across 7 governorates.
EDGE Objectives
- Empowering young people with advanced technical and digital skills.
- Preparing qualified national talent for the local, regional, and global job markets.
- Fostering digital innovation and creativity by providing a hands-on environment for learning, experimentation, and project development.
- Promoting entrepreneurship and encouraging the establishment of startups.
- Developing Jordanian digital content and increasing youth participation in the creative industries.
- Building strategic partnerships with academic institutions and the public and private sectors.
- Supporting employment, freelancing, and remote work opportunities in technology and digital production.
- Promoting the use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, drones, virtual and augmented reality, and modern digital production tools.
Target Groups
EDGE serves:
- School students aged 9 and above.
- University and college students.
- Recent graduates.
- Job seekers.
- Professionals seeking to develop their technical skills.
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders.
- Developers, designers, and digital creatives.
- Individuals interested in electronic games, emerging technologies, and digital production.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 9 years old.
- Basic proficiency in using digital applications.
- An interest in technology, electronic games, or emerging technologies.
- Commitment to attending training programs and fulfilling their requirements.
- Compliance with the rules and regulations applicable within the Lab.
- Completion of the registration form and submission of the required documents.
- Commitment to professional ethics and collaborative learning.
- Use of the Lab’s facilities and equipment for training and educational purposes only.
- Parental or guardian consent for applicants under 18, when required.
Key Achievements
- Providing more than 62,000 opportunities through the training programs, activities, and events organized by the Labs.