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 in Jordan, alongside representatives of diplomatic missions, civil society organizations, trainers, volunteers, and refugees. The Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands delivered opening remarks, adding valuable insights on diplomacy to the discussions.
Focusing on the history of refugee rights in Jordan, the program combined theoretical sessions with practical workshops designed to build effective strategies for engaging decision-makers and amplifying the voices of local organizations in global policy arenas. The training also drew on Jordan’s extensive experience with UNHCR, providing a unique perspective on connecting international frameworks with national policies.
Community leaders shared their reflections on the experience. Samia, representing the Sudanese community in Jordan, said: “The training gave me the opportunity to use my personal experience in shaping effective diplomatic messages and linking local issues to the international scene.” Mohammed, a leader from the Yemeni community, added: “I gained practical skills to engage with decision-makers. I now feel that our voices can truly influence policy.”
This initiative is part of a series of trainings that will continue throughout the coming year, aimed at empowering organizations working on refugee and humanitarian issues to strengthen their advocacy tools, highlight shared challenges with host communities, and engage international audiences. By doing so, ARDD and its partners seek to advance justice and fairness in global policies on asylum and displacement.
