Season’s Market (Third Edition) – the Spring Bazaar: A Shared Platform Connecting Jordanians and Refugees to Showcase Products and Expand Market Access
As part of its ongoing efforts to address the challenges faced by entrepreneurs from both the local community and refugee populations, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), in collaboration with the Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF), organized the third edition of the “Season’s Market” the Spring Bazaar on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the Sweifieh […]
ARDD and Amna – Refugee Healing Network Enhance Community Engagement
As part of its ongoing efforts to provide social support and strengthen community engagement, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) continues to implement awareness activities through the Prevention and Protection Interventions project launched in February 2025. The project hosts 3 to 4 sessions per month and will run through the end of the […]
RSC hosts the Book Launch of Identity Building in Jordan and Kuwait: The Strategy of Inclusion and Exclusion
On May 18th, the Renaissance Strategic Center (RSC) hosted the launch of Identity Building in Jordan and Kuwait: The Strategy of Inclusion and Exclusion (Palgrave Macmillan, 2024) by Dr. Odetta Pizzingrilli, Post-Doctoral Researcher at the University of Pisa and Consultant with RSC. The event brought together academic researchers and representatives from UN agencies, civil society, and international […]
JONAF Launches its Governance Framework: A Strategic Step Toward Strengthening Civil Society Institutions
In a pivotal move to reinforce transparency and accountability within the Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF), the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) has officially announced the launch of the forum’s final governance framework. This milestone is part of the “Future Forward: Unlocking Sustainable Local Opportunities” project, funded by the European Regional Development and Protection Programme […]
“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 […]