We are proud to celebrate Professor Rana Dajani, Founder of We Love Reading, on being featured in The Muslim 500 – 2027, which highlights some of the most influential Muslims around the world, under the Science & Technology category.
This recognition reflects Professor Dajani’s remarkable journey and achievements in science, education, social innovation, and community empowerment, as well as the impact of her work, which has extended far beyond Jordan to communities around the world.
Professor Rana Dajani is a Professor of Molecular Biology at The Hashemite University, a scientist and researcher, and a strong advocate for women in science and technology. She is also a social entrepreneur and the founder of We Love Reading, which began in Jordan.
We Love Reading has grown from a simple community-based idea into a global movement that creates change through reading aloud and empowers individuals to become changemakers within their own communities. Today, the program has reached more than 70 countries and has contributed to the establishment of thousands of locally led libraries.
Professor Dajani’s profile in The Muslim 500 highlights her role in promoting literacy and community leadership, alongside her scientific contributions, her support for women in STEM, and her involvement in a number of international scientific institutions and councils.
This recognition is not only a personal achievement for Professor Rana, but also a source of pride for everyone who believes in the mission of We Love Reading, and for every reading ambassador who has helped transform reading into a tool for change and for building more knowledgeable, empowered, and hopeful communities.
From Jordan to the world, the journey of impact continues.
We congratulate Professor Rana Dajani on this well-deserved recognition and are proud that the message of We Love Reading, which began as a local idea, has become part of a global story of impact.
Congratulations, Professor Rana, and here’s to even more achievements and impact ahead.