ARDD and Global Mentoring Initiative Convene Strategic Reflection on the Future of Aid and Localisation in Jordan
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) in partnership with the Global Mentoring Initiative (GMI), convened a high-level strategic reflection that brought together more than 40 representatives from UN agencies, donors, INGOs, Jordanian NGOs, civil society organisations, and policy experts to examine the future of aid and localisation in Jordan amid profound shifts in […]
National Dialogue Introduces the Tawasol Network: Advancing Local Crisis Response under WPS
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), in partnership with UN Women, convened a national dialogue on April 7, 2026, at the Landmark Amman Hotel, marking 25 years of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda and providing a platform to reflect on local approaches to crisis response and social cohesion in Jordan. The […]
World Health Day 2026: Why Social Protection Is the Missing Link to Health Equity in Jordan
By Jule Harnack, Intern at RSC Reviewed by Khald Jomaa and Adv. Rami Qweider On April 7, 2026, the global community celebrated World Health Day, under the theme “Together for Health: Stand with Science”. This campaign emphasizes that health is not an isolated metric but a product of interconnected systems, evidence-based policy, and collective […]
Al-Nahda Youth Network Convenes Workshop on Crisis Management within Its Participatory Capacity Development Framework
As part of its ongoing efforts to support adaptive and locally grounded approaches to development, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), through its network, the Al-Nahda Youth Network, convened a focused online workshop on crisis management on April 8, 2026. The session brought together youth leaders and representatives of civil society organizations working in […]
Ecocide and Warfare in Southwest Asia: The Case of Lebanon
By Chiara Pirelli, RSC Intern In recent years, the environmental consequences of conflicts in Southwest Asia have intensified dramatically. Grave geopolitical instability has affected the region for decades, causing recurrent and extensive humanitarian crises. Alongside, a new element has emerged: ecocide. Ecocide is defined as “unlawful or wanton acts committed with knowledge that there is […]
From Pension Protection to Cash Compensation: Is Social Security in Jordan Losing Its Core Purpose?
Analytical Article by: Adv.Rami Qweider and Khaled Al-Jum’a Enhancing the effectiveness of the social security system requires addressing the existing gaps that prevent contributors from obtaining a sustainable pension, particularly in light of the increasing reliance on lump-sum compensation. This necessitates establishing clear mechanisms for calculating contributions, facilitating contributors’ continuity in the labor market, and […]
ARDD Advocates for Refugee Rights and Localization Strategy at the 95th UNHCR Standing Committee
In the final week of March 2026, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) participated in the 95th UNHCR Standing Committee meeting. This high-level gathering served as a critical forum for addressing urgent humanitarian needs and provided a strategic platform to engage with diplomatic missions, international partners, and UNHCR officials dedicated to the protection of refugees and displaced […]
Rooted in the Land: Resilience on Palestine Land Day
Statement by ARDD On 30 March, Palestinians everywhere commemorate Land Day: a defining moment in the history of Palestinian struggle, collective resistance, and attachment to the land. Land Day marks the events of 1976, when Palestinians inside historic Palestine rose against Israeli plans to confiscate thousands of dunums of Palestinian land in the Galilee. The […]
Geopolitical, Strategic, and Humanitarian Implications of the Current Crisis in the Region
Times of War: Regional Policy Dialogue Series — Opening Session Summary Overview The Middle East is entering a phase of escalation, where the current crisis risks transforming into a broader regional and international conflict. The dynamic between Israel, the United States, and Iran has shifted from indirect confrontation toward direct military engagement, while expanding operations […]
No Recovery Without Recognition: Palestinian Women, Agency, and the Future of Gaza
By Bibi Loeven – RSC Intern Palestinian women have historically been central to the national struggle, organizing at the grassroots level, driving political mobilization, and safeguarding Palestinian identity and culture under occupation. During the ongoing genocide in Gaza, they have continued to serve as the primary anchors of family and community survival, while enduring extreme […]