TFGBV and Women’s and Girls’ Awareness During the 16 Days of Activism Campaign Against Violence
In conjunction with ARDDs #ReclaimingTheFuture Campaign and the global 16 Days of Activism Against Women and Girls campaign, held annually from November 25 to December 10, the Legal Aid Department at ARDD, in coordination with UNHCR and several local and international partners, implemented a series of legal awareness sessions aimed at enhancing legal awareness among participants of […]
Together We Break Barriers: Men Supporting Women Across Jordan
As communities across Jordan marked the 16 Days of Activism, a pioneering initiative highlighted the powerful role men can play in supporting women’s leadership and participation. Through 12 interactive sessions held in cities and rural areas across all governorates, participants—including local leaders, community members, and civil society representatives—explored practical ways to enhance women’s participation in […]
Panel Discussion to Promote Women’s Leadership, Civic Engagement, and Social Cohesion in Jordan
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), in cooperation with UN Women, convened a panel discussion titled “Women’s Leadership, Civic Engagement, and Social Cohesion” on 5–6 December 2025. The event brought together staff from the Ministry of Social Development, including representatives from the Women’s Directorate, the Productivity Enhancement Directorate, and the Societies Registry. The discussion aimed […]
ARDD Participates in the Third Civil Society–UN Dialogue on Peacebuilding
ARDD participated in the Third Civil Society–UN Dialogue on Peacebuilding, held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva on 10–11 December, and was represented by Dr. Sanaa Jalassi, Women and Youth Empowerment Senior Advisor at the Renaissance Strategic Center. The Dialogue was organized by the Peacebuilding Support Office of the UN Department of Political and […]
ARDD Begins Regional Change Journey in Jordan through the EU-funded CLOSER Project
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), Jordan’s national partner in the EU-funded CLOSER project, began its engagement by participating in the project’s Kick-off Meeting and Press Conference held in Palermo, Italy, from 28 to 30 October 2025. The meeting officially marked the start of CLOSER – Connecting LOcal Proximity Networks Sustaining Participatory Governance, […]
Launch of “Investing in the Future”: Advancing Inclusive, Evidence-Based Education in Jordan
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) and Renaissance Strategic Center, in partnership with Vision Hope International (VHI) and Branches of Mercy (BOM), is pleased to announce the soft launch of the innovative initiative, “Investing in the Future: Building Sustainable, AI-Enabled Learning Systems in the Jordanian Education Sector.” This project aligns with ARDD’s Education […]
ARDD Participates at UNESCO World Arabic Language Day Celebration
Paris, 18 December — the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) was represented by its Chief Executive Director, Adv. Samar Muhareb, at the celebration of World Arabic Language Day held at the headquarters of UNESCO in Paris. The annual event brought together nearly 300 participants from the Arab region and diverse international backgrounds, affirming […]
Partnership Coordination within the Nidaa’ for Change Project
On 8–9 December 2025, René Moawad Foundation conducted a follow-up visit to the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) as part of the ongoing implementation of the Nidaa’ for Change project. The visit aimed to review progress and support continued coordination between the partner organizations. The meetings provided an opportunity to reflect on implementation milestones, ensure […]
From Skills to Mobility: Designing and Enabling Labour Pathways for Refugees in Jordan
On 7 December 2025, the Renaissance Strategic Center (RSC) hosted a session of its Engage & Discuss series titled “From Skills to Mobility: Designing and Enabling Labour Pathways for Refugees in Jordan.” The session built on a thesis research project conducted in Amman by a University of Turin student in collaboration with RSC, bringing together key actors involved in […]
ARDD and JBA Honor Winners of the 2025 Ethics in Business Award
At a time when regional and global challenges continue to intensify, and the region faces one of its most complex humanitarian and economic moments, the importance of strengthening self-reliance and building a resilient local economy has become a strategic imperative. In response, Jordan continues to move forward with a forward-looking vision grounded in cross-sector partnerships, […]