Education Under Fire: Hope and Resilience in Gaza on the International Day of Education 2026
By Abigail Harper, RSC Intern “Education for all” is a commitment the global community renews every year on 24 January – the International Day of Education. Established by the United Nations General Assembly Resolution 73/25 in 2018, the day emphasises the central role of education in achieving equality, resilience, and long-term well-being, particularly for communities […]
Realizing the Palestinian Right of Return in a Time of Genocide and Dispersal
Introduction This analysis article examines the Palestinian right of return not simply as a legal clause in international instruments, but as a central pillar of a long anti-colonial struggle over land, belonging, and political imagination. It argues that the right of return is best understood as a justice claim grounded in Indigenous attachment to place, […]
Al Nahda Localization Award 2025 Honors UN Women Jordan
Amid accelerating political, economic, and humanitarian transformations, the theme of the Al Nahda Localization Award 2025 is titled “Localization of Humanitarian Action: From Theory to Practice in Times of Transformation.” The theme underscores that localization is no longer merely a theoretical framework, but a practical, community-led approach that integrates humanitarian response, development, and resilience building. […]
Gazan Women’s Mental Health in the Shadow of a Genocide
By Nermin Walid Hussein As we reflect on World Mental Health Day, observed globally on October 10, it is crucial to recognize its significance for those suffering in conflict zones. In fact, wars inflict wounds that go far beyond physical injuries, leaving enduring scars on mental health that can last a lifetime. Since the outbreak […]
Reclaiming the Future: Women, Peace, and Justice in the Arab World
ARDD Launches Campaign Marking the 25th Anniversary of UNSCR 1325 and the 16 Days of Activism: Reaffirming Women’s Leadership in Peace, Justice, and Dialogue Amman — 6th October 2025 — The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) marks the anniversary of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security during the […]
Euro-MENA Initiative: Europe Must Match Recognition of Palestine with Action
Recognition risks becoming a distraction if not acted upon. Symbolism cannot replace real measures, because a State on paper is meaningless while its people are being destroyed and its territory continually annexed. The Euro-MENA Initiative (ARDD Europe) warmly welcomes the growing number of European states that have taken the historic step of recognizing the State […]
Unyielding Will: Syrian Refugee Camps’ Students Face Challenges with Success
“I used to study under small lamps when the electricity went out… determination was the strongest weapon for success.” With these words, Muhannad (a pseudonym) from Za’atari Camp summarizes his journey with the General Secondary Education Certificate Examination (Tawjihi), capturing in a single sentence the hope of hundreds of Syrian refugee students who have found […]
ARDD and Comenius Leadership Group Continue Exchange on Leadership in the Arab Region
On September 17, 2025, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy & Development (ARDD) hosted a seminar for the Comenius Leadership group from the Netherlands, held as part of the Comenius Course on Diversity of Leadership. This seminar built on previous exchanges and collaborations between ARDD and Comenius. The program featured a lecture by Dr. Mariam Abu […]
Season’s Market: Experts Highlight the Importance of Supporting Markets to Strengthen Livelihoods
Popular markets in Jordan are among the most vital economic and social spaces, connecting local communities while generating job opportunities and promoting economic empowerment for diverse groups, including refugees. In the face of mounting economic challenges, investing in and supporting these markets has become critical to advancing sustainable livelihoods and creating inclusive employment opportunities. Against […]
What to Expect from the 80th United Nations General Assembly
By Maria Mariani As the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) opened on September 9 in New York City, world leaders are gathering amidst unprecedented challenges in peace, security, and global governance.[1] This year’s assembly is not merely a forum for diplomatic dialogue; it rather comes at a critical and fragile time for addressing urgent […]