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 […]
Nobel Peace Laureates Conclude Jordan Visit with Meeting with HRH Prince El Hassan bin Talal
The Nobel Women’s Initiative delegation concluded its visit to Jordan and the occupied Palestinian territories with a meeting with HRH Prince El Hassan bin Talal and HRH Tharwat El Hassan at Basman Palace on Thursday, April 10, 2025. The meeting was attended by a diverse group of women leaders, experts, and Jordanian activists. The visit, […]
Women Nobel Peace Laureates and Jordanian Human Rights Defenders Call for Collective Action for Peace and Security
In honor of the Nobel Women’s Initiative Delegation to Jordan and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), in cooperation with Nobel Women’s Initiative, held a Roundtable on Wednesday, April 9th 2025, titled “Women’s Collective Power to Lead Peace and Security.” This roundtable brought together Nobel Peace Prize laureates, women […]
“Relief aid in the month of Ramadan”… Members of JONAF Respond to the Most Affected Families and Bring Them Back Hope
The efforts of JONAF members from local associations are renewed, proving that they are the most able to touch upon the needs of their communities and cater to them properly, especially with regard to the distribution of aid and commitment to humanitarian standards, as well as getting access to beneficiaries such as the elderly and […]
JONAF Members Conclude ARDD-Led Training on Effective Advocacy
As part of the Jordan NGOs Forum (JONAF) efforts to strengthen its advocacy capacity and enhance members’ skills to better represent and respond to community needs, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) recently concluded a training program for JONAF members. This training built upon discussions from September 2024, where members identified priority community […]
Launch of the “ARDD-Europe” in Brussels: Strengthening Dialogue and Cooperation between Europe and the MENA Region
In a significant move to enhance dialogue and cooperation between the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) has launched the “Euro-MENA Initiative for Democracy and Development (ARDD-Europe)” in Brussels. This new platform aims to foster mutual understanding and build bridges between stakeholders and civil society in both […]
Members of NACNJ Visit the Senate and Call for a National Plan for Treatment and Care
Members of the National Alliance for Combating Narcotics in Jordan, affiliated to ARDD have called for the formulation of a clear national strategy and plan to treat drug addicts and users, aiming to prevent addiction risks and enhance awareness of its dangers among community members. During a meeting with the Media and National Guidance Committee […]
Arab Trainers Union Accredits Arab Women’s Leadership Academy (AWLA) Program Regionally
The Arab Trainers Union and Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance the work of the Arab Women Leadership Academy (AWLA). The academy was developed under the USAID-funded Tawazon – Promoting the Voice and Leadership of Women. ARDD is one of a consortium of organizations implementing the […]
She leads: Trainings to build the capacity of participants in advocacy and lobbying locally and regionally.
To build the capacity of girls and young women in the field of advocacy and lobbying at the local and regional levels, in addition to developing advocacy strategies on many issues, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), in cooperation with Terre des Hommes, held a training during November and December 2024 for 60 […]
“Hope is a Picture that’s Worth a Thousand Words” Project Concludes and the results of the “Jabal Amman” competition are announced
Under the patronage of the City Manager at the Amman Municipality, Eng. Ahmed Malkawi, on behalf of the Mayor of Amman, the results of the “Jabal Amman: Past, Present, and Future” competition within the “Hope is a Picture that’s Worth a Thousand Words” project were announced by the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), […]