“She Leads” Program´s Participants Develop Community Initiatives in Jordan and Egypt
As part of its ongoing efforts to empower young women and enhance their civic and political participation, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) continues to implement the “She Leads” program. The initiative aims to amplify the lasting impact of girls and young women in decision-making processes, while challenging stereotypical perceptions of women in both formal […]
Youth Participation Policy Lab: Youths Share Their Visions for Change and a Better Future
Amid the complex political, economic, and social challenges facing Jordan and the wider region, the idea that “Youth are the engine of change” stands out as one of the most vital responses to current crises and a cornerstone for building a better future. Moving forward requires a radical shift in approaches, mindsets, and methodologies — a transformation […]
She Leads”: A Lecture Shedding Light on Women’s Political Participation and Electoral Violence Against Them
As part of the She Leads program, and in collaboration with the Jordanian National Commission for Women and the Center for Women’s Studies at the University of Jordan, a lecture titled “Women’s Participation in Political Life and Electoral Violence Against Women” was held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Jumana Al-Dahamsha, Head of the […]
Book Launch of Stolen Nation: The Right to Reparation of Palestinian Refugees at RSC, Marking the 77th Anniversary of the Nakba
As part of the activities marking the 77th anniversary of the Nakba, independent legal expert and associate member of the Centre for Palestine Studies at SOAS, Dr. Lena El-Malak, presented her timely new book Stolen Nation: The Right to Reparation of Palestinian Refugees. In it, she offers a legal analysis of the right to reparation […]
Civil Society Organizations Emphasize the Need for Collaborative Efforts and Cross-Sector Dialogue During the Launch of the National Social Protection Strategy
As part of national efforts to develop the components of the National Social Protection Strategy for 2025–2033, Dr. Sawsan Al-Majali, board member of the Jordan National NGO Forum (JONAF) and representative of civil society organizations, participated in a dialogue session held at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The […]
ARDD Concludes Project Management Training
As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening institutional capacities, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) recently concluded a four-day specialized training in project management, conducted in partnership with Zain International for Consultancy and Training. This training forms a core component of ARDD’s capacity development plan under the project “Future Forward: Unlocking Local […]
ARDD Holds Roundtable on TFGBV and Its Impact on Young Women’s Democratic Participation
ARDD´s Renaissance Strategic Center(RSC) convened a high-level roundtable on Sunday, May 4, 2025, titled “Online Harm, Offline Consequences: Exploring the Barriers to Young Women’s Democratic Participation.” The event brought together activists, young women, experts, civil society representatives, and policymakers to address the growing impact of technology-facilitated violence on young women’s participation in public life. The […]
She Leads… A Consultation Meeting with Women Leaders and Experts on Women’s Issues from Jordan and Egypt
As part of the second phase of the “She Leads” program, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) held a consultation meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, bringing together experts in women’s leadership and gender affairs from Jordan and Egypt. The meeting aimed to contribute to Renaissance Strategic Center´s ongoing research exploring the role […]
ARDD and René Moawad Foundation Sign Partnership Agreement to Enhance Girls’ Participation in Decision-Making
As part of the IGNITE project – Inspiring Girls and Grassroots Networks for Inclusive and Transformative Education, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) and the René Moawad Foundation signed a partnership agreement on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, to implement the project “Nidaa for Change” in Jordan, specifically in the governorates of Mafraq and […]
Five JONAF Members Win Elections for Charitable Associations Unions
In a significant step toward empowering charitable and local associations as well as Jordanian civil society, four members of the Jordan National NGO Forum (JONAF) won elections for charitable and women’s associations. These elections were held for the first time under the new unions’ system issued in February 2024, with voter turnout reaching 93% for […]