ARDD Joins Global Panel in Geneva to Demand Safer Online Spaces for Women Leaders
On June 17, during the 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Eleonora Banfi represented the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) at a high-level side event organized by Rutgers. The event brought together leading voices from around the world to address the growing threat of online hate speech and disinformation […]
Strategic Partnership between ARDD and the Arab Thought Forum to Strengthen Knowledge Impact in Jordan and the Region
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) and the Arab Thought Forum have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unify efforts and strengthen institutional cooperation in knowledge production, research, and development at both the national and regional levels. The agreement also aims to promote the exchange of expertise and consultations to advance cultural […]
She Leads… Jordanian and Egyptian Experts Emphasize the Need to Strengthen a Community Culture that Supports Young Women’s Leadership
As part of the “She Leads” program, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) organized two dialogue sessions in Jordan and Egypt to explore the role of men within families in supporting young women’s leadership. The sessions aimed to develop recommendations grounded in real-world challenges facing women, with active participation from young female leaders […]
Global Network on the Question of Palestine discusses the impact of Israel’s attack on Iran
On 22 June 2025, ARDD’s Global Network on the Question of Palestine (GNQP) held an online meeting to discuss the impact of Israel’s attack on Iran on the broader Question of Palestine, including the war in Gaza and the attacks on the West Bank. The meeting, attended by some 20 members of the Network and […]
Civil Society in Transition: Funding, Regulation, and Digital Governance in Jordan
Amid legal and technological changes reshaping the work of civil society organizations in Jordan, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) convened a consultative session for members of the Jordan National NGO Forum (JONAF) on June 23, 2025 to discuss the latest regulatory and technical developments affecting the sector. The session, part of the […]
JONAF Launches Comprehensive Program to Strengthen Member Capabilities and Advance Localization Efforts in Jordan’s Civil Society
In a clear demonstration of its commitment to promoting the localization and strengthening the capacity of local partners, the Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF) has launched a comprehensive program aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its member organizations across various areas of community response. This initiative is part of JONAF’s ongoing efforts to position itself […]
ARDD Signs Three Strategic Agreements to Empower Youth and Women in Environmental Civic Engagement
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) has signed three cooperation agreements with members of the Youth Organizations Coordinating Network, under the framework of the New Generation – GenG project. This project aims to enhance civic and political participation among youth and women, support advocacy for social justice, and contribute to building a strong, […]
Renaissance Strategic Center Launches “Engage & Discuss” Series with Inaugural Session on Migration Governance in Jordan’s Garment Sector
29 May 2025 – The Renaissance Strategic Center (RSC) launched its new discussion platform, the “Engage & Discuss” series, with a dynamic inaugural session titled “Migration Governance and Development in Jordan’s Garment Sector.” The event featured guest speaker Maximilian Hofmann, a PhD candidate at Queen Mary University of London’s School of Business and Management, who […]
ARDD Featured in the Legal Aid Services Map for Women in Jordan
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance women’s access to legal aid services and raise awareness about service providers, their geographic distribution, the types of services offered, and the target groups, the Jordanian National Commission for Women launched the Legal Aid Services Map for Women in Jordan on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The map includes 12 specialized […]
“She Leads” Program Hosts Awareness Session in Egypt on TFGBV
As part of the “She Leads” program implemented by the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), the Egyptian Female Lawyers Foundation for Women’s Rights, in cooperation with the Housing Committee of Agouza District, organized an awareness session addressing the dangers of harassment and online blackmail against women and girls. The event, held at the […]