The Reality and Challenges of Licensing Community and Small Enterprises in Jordan
Small, medium, and micro enterprises constitute a fundamental pillar of both national and global economies due to their role in promoting growth, sustainable development, and addressing poverty and unemployment. They also provide broad employment opportunities, especially for women, youth, and low-income groups. In Jordan, these enterprises represent about 99.5% of private-sector institutions, reflecting their significance […]
Empowering the Future: Jordanian Youth’s Role in Driving Meaningful Change
Jordanian youth, as the country’s demographic majority, hold great potential to drive meaningful social change. They bring energy, creativity, and a strong awareness of community challenges, actively engaging in civic and social initiatives through grassroots organizing, digital activism, and participation in civil society, highlighting their vital role in shaping the future. However, despite representing a […]
Envisioning Change: Aspirations and Perspectives of Jordanian Youth for a Better Future
Jordanian youth, praised by His Majesty King Abdullah as the nation’s “greatest asset and hope for the future,” are energetic, creative, and socially aware. Their digital fluency enables them to mobilize, voice opinions, and connect with global movements. Yet, they face a major challenge: rapid technological change outpaces slower cultural adaptation, creating a gap that […]
Two Societies, One Struggle: Reimagining Fatherhood and Female Leadership in Egypt and Jordan
Despite vast differences in geography, population size, and political trajectories, the lived realities of young women in Egypt and Jordan reveal a striking commonality: the enduring influence of family structures shaped by deeply rooted cultural norms, religious interpretations, and mounting economic hardship. Whether in Cairo or Amman, families remain both gatekeepers and potential enablers of […]
Follow-up to the paper “The General Pardon Law No.5 of 2024 and Its Impact on Refugees: Insights from ARDD”
As part of its ongoing legal efforts in enhancing access to justice, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) issued a legal paper in July 2024 entitled The General Pardon Law No.5 of 2024 and Its Impact on Refugees: Insights from ARDD.”The paper provided a detailed explanation of the key provisions of General Pardon […]
Redefining Participation: Arab Youth Between Traditional Politics and New Forms of Activism
Over the past five years, the Arab World has faced a series of multifaceted crises that have significantly impacted governance systems and legitimacy. These crises have led to a growing disillusionment among Arab youth and a decline in formal political engagement. This policy brief examines the factors contributing to this demobilization across three levels: international, […]
Women, Youth, and Leadership: Lessons Learned
This policy brief explores the evolving dynamics of leadership among youth and women in Jordan, positioning leadership as a central enabler of civic and political participation. It draws on insights from the Youth Civic and Political Participation Policy Lab -organized by the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) in collaboration with the Center for […]
Exploring Ways to Develop Youth Social Capital in Jordan
This policy brief addresses the role of social capital in Jordan and its impact on community engagement, political participation, and societal development. In particular, it explores the complex dynamics of youth social capital development and socio-cultural barriers to better understand its impact on young generations and enhance social justice among different societal segments. The brief […]
Militarization, Climate Change, and Gendered Injustice: The Case of Gaza
Militarization remains a major but often overlooked driver of environmental collapse. While civilian sectors are increasingly held accountable for carbon emissions, military operations, despite their immense environmental footprint, remain largely exempt from international climate agreements. This exemption allows cycles of resource extraction, violence, and ecological destruction to persist unchecked. Nowhere is this intersection more visible […]
Social Norms and Political Processes: Pathways to Enhance Civic and Political Participation
The brief addresses the role of social and gender norms in shaping youth participation, with a focus on equitable access and political inclusion. Acknowledging barriers and opportunities, the brief provides recommendations for government institutions, civil society organizations, and political parties to foster more inclusive spaces for youth engagement by addressing both structural and cultural barriers […]