Civil Society in Transition: Funding, Regulation, and Digital Governance in Jordan
Amid legal and technological changes reshaping the work of civil society organizations in Jordan, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) convened a consultative session for members of the Jordan National NGO Forum (JONAF) on June 23, 2025 to discuss the latest regulatory and technical developments affecting the sector. The session, part of the […]
JONAF Launches Comprehensive Program to Strengthen Member Capabilities and Advance Localization Efforts in Jordan’s Civil Society
In a clear demonstration of its commitment to promoting the localization and strengthening the capacity of local partners, the Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF) has launched a comprehensive program aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its member organizations across various areas of community response. This initiative is part of JONAF’s ongoing efforts to position itself […]
ARDD Signs Three Strategic Agreements to Empower Youth and Women in Environmental Civic Engagement
The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) has signed three cooperation agreements with members of the Youth Organizations Coordinating Network, under the framework of the New Generation – GenG project. This project aims to enhance civic and political participation among youth and women, support advocacy for social justice, and contribute to building a strong, […]
Renaissance Strategic Center Launches “Engage & Discuss” Series with Inaugural Session on Migration Governance in Jordan’s Garment Sector
29 May 2025 – The Renaissance Strategic Center (RSC) launched its new discussion platform, the “Engage & Discuss” series, with a dynamic inaugural session titled “Migration Governance and Development in Jordan’s Garment Sector.” The event featured guest speaker Maximilian Hofmann, a PhD candidate at Queen Mary University of London’s School of Business and Management, who […]
ARDD Featured in the Legal Aid Services Map for Women in Jordan
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance women’s access to legal aid services and raise awareness about service providers, their geographic distribution, the types of services offered, and the target groups, the Jordanian National Commission for Women launched the Legal Aid Services Map for Women in Jordan on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The map includes 12 specialized […]
“She Leads” Program Hosts Awareness Session in Egypt on TFGBV
As part of the “She Leads” program implemented by the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), the Egyptian Female Lawyers Foundation for Women’s Rights, in cooperation with the Housing Committee of Agouza District, organized an awareness session addressing the dangers of harassment and online blackmail against women and girls. The event, held at the […]
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 […]