ARDD holds a Digital Symposium on Participatory Governance in the Arab Region
The Renaissance Strategic Center (RSC), as part of the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), facilitated an engaging virtual discussion titled “Reimagining Participatory Governance in the Arab Region: Local Practices and Comparative Lessons from Karenni State.” The webinar aimed at advancing a new understanding of governance in the complex, challenging context of the Arab world, where […]
ARDD Participates in ABAAD’s Youth Symposium in Lebanon
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) participated in ABAAD’s youth symposium, “Lebanon Through the Eyes of its Youth: From Belonging to Active Citizenship and Shaping the Future.” The two-day event in Lebanon, held as part of the New Generation GenG program, brought together young leaders, policymakers, and experts to amplify youth voices in shaping inclusive […]
Dialogue Session in Aqaba Explores Facilitating Licensing Procedures for Small Businesses and Startups
As part of advocacy efforts aimed at strengthening the localization of humanitarian and development work in the field of livelihoods—efforts developed within the framework of the project “Future Forward: Unlocking Sustainable Local Opportunities”, implemented by the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) in cooperation with the Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF), and funded by […]
Leading Together: A New Phase for Women’s Civic Leadership
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), in partnership with UN Women, has launched a new phase of the Empowering Each Other EEO project, further strengthening women’s leadership and civic action across Jordan. Rooted in over a decade of collaboration and community work, this phase deepens ARDD’s commitment to ensuring that women—particularly those from […]
Regional meeting discusses youth leadership and civic engagement in the Arab region
In light of the social, political, and economic challenges facing youth in Jordan and the Arab region, the importance of strengthening youth leadership and civic engagement emerges as essential tools for building more just and sustainable societies. In this context, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), as part of its “She Leads” program, […]
Strategic Partnership between ARDD and Independent Diplomat
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) is proud to announce the signing of a Code of Cooperation with Independent Diplomat (ID), marking a key milestone in advancing refugee rights and promoting inclusive, rights-based diplomacy across the region. Under this agreement, ID will offer technical assistance, capacity building, and diplomatic guidance, while ARDD will […]
Youth Participation Policy Lab Concludes 2025 Sessions… Youth Call for Transformative and Comprehensive Reforms
Social systems shape the framework of relationships and roles within societies, playing a decisive role in determining young people’s opportunities for engagement in public affairs. Their importance becomes even more pronounced during times of political and economic transformation, where they can either empower or marginalize youth. This highlights the “need to reconsider how these systems […]
ARDD and JARA Association Sign Partnership Agreement to Promote Livelihood and Advocacy Opportunities and at JARA Market 2025
As part of ongoing efforts to support both Jordanians and refugees in Jordan through the creation of economic and social platforms for artisans and small business owners to showcase their products and generate sustainable income, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) and the Jabal Amman Residents Association (JARA) signed a partnership agreement on […]
Dialogue Session in Irbid Discusses Sustainability of Community Projects and Facilitating Their Licensing Procedures
As part of advocacy efforts aimed at promoting the localization of humanitarian and development work related to livelihoods, a group of local associations from the Jordan National NGO Forum (JONAF), in cooperation with the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), recently held a dialogue session titled “Enhancing the Sustainability of Community Projects to Facilitate Licensing Procedures” in Irbid […]
Feminist Perspectives on Decolonizing the Aid Sector: A Call to Rethink Humanitarian Models
As part of its ongoing efforts to understand the shifting landscape of international aid and to challenge the unequal power dynamics that shape this sector, the Women’s Studies Unit at ARDD´s Renaissance Strategic Center—organized a webinar titled “Feminist Perspectives on Decolonizing the Aid Sector”. The event brought together a group of distinguished academics and experts […]