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 […]
ARDD Hosts Training on Global Diplomacy Strategies and Local Realities
As part of its ongoing partnership with Independent Diplomat, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) hosted a specialized training aimed at strengthening the diplomatic tools of organizations working in Jordan and linking global perspectives with local realities. The training brought together staff from Tahfeez Association and ARDD, the official partners of Independent Diplomat […]
The White Dress: From a Difficult Childhood to Leadership and Empowerment
By Sondos Saleh, participant in the She Leads program When I was in third grade, my mother surprised me with three dresses: pink, white, and lilac. She told me to pick one for my elementary school graduation ceremony. I still remember my messy hair that day, but I chose the white dress anyway. I imagined […]
ARDD Holds Dialogue Session on the New National E-Invoicing System
In line with the global shift toward digital transformation, the Jordanian government launched the National E-Invoicing System, which became mandatory in April 2025. The system, officially issued in 2022 under tax legislation, aims to digitize invoices to ensure accurate documentation of transactions, improve tax collection, and curb tax evasion. It represents a key step toward […]
ARDD holds a Digital Symposium on Participatory Governance in the Arab Region
The Renaissance Strategic Center (RSC), as part of the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), facilitated an engaging virtual discussion titled “Reimagining Participatory Governance in the Arab Region: Local Practices and Comparative Lessons from Karenni State.” The webinar aimed at advancing a new understanding of governance in the complex, challenging context of the Arab world, where […]
Statement in Support of the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories
The Global Network on the Question of Palestine (GNQP) condemns in the strongest possible terms the 9 July 2025 sanctions imposed by the United States against Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967. These sanctions are politically motivated and legally indefensible. They represent […]
A Decade of Legal Aid for Refugees in Jordan: Lessons for Humanitarian Response and the Road Ahead
Over the past decade, Jordan has led the way in integrating legal aid into its refugee response. This article outlines key lessons from that journey and argues for legal aid to be recognized as a core humanitarian service, particularly in times of crisis and transition. As the Syrian refugee crisis enters a critical new phase, […]
ARDD’s GNQP and L4P host presentation of new UN Special Rapporteur report: From Economy of Occupation to Economy of Genocide
On 1 July 2025, Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, presented her latest report during an online meeting hosted by ARDD and Law for Palestine (L4P). The event brought together members of ARDD’s Global Network on the Question of Palestine (GNQP) and […]