The Refugee Women of Jordan's Za'atari Camp

UN Women works in Za’atari refugee camp to support refugees to meet their daily needs, while also working to build confidence, empowerment and equality. This is done through the implementation of Za’atari’s largest female focused cash for work programme, with almost 200 women and men (80% women) engaged per day to deliver essential services to the Za’atari camp economy (e.g. the production of school uniforms and comprehensive maternal kits). In 2016 this will expand to close to 420 people…

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UN Women delivering life-saving assistance for women and girls in Gaza (Arabic sub)

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

 

🎥 شاهدوا رحلتنا من عمان، #الأردن إلى العريش، مصر حيث عملنا على تقديم مساعدات منقذة للحياة للسيدات في #غزة، وتم تسليمها إلى الهلال الأحمر المصري لتوزيعها في غزة. وبينما نواصل هذا الجهد، نؤكد على أهمية وقف إطلاق…

UN Women Jordan's Oasis Programme: Transforming Lives, Empowering Women

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

UN Women's Oasis programme embodies the spirit of this year's 16 Days of Activism theme: "UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls." Nidal Al-Hajjaj, the Programme Manager, and Hadeel Qunaibi, the Protection Officer, along with Najwa Abu-Zaalan, a beneficiary turned trainer, paint a vivid picture of empowerment and transformation!

Voices of Resilience: UN Women Jordan's Trailblazing Women Paving the Way in the 16 Days of Activism

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

In the heart of Jordan, where stories of resilience and empowerment intertwine, three remarkable women resembles the meaning of change, dedication to the cause of gender equality. As we embark on the annual global campaign of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the spotlight turns to these unsung heroes. Picture a canvas painted with courage, determination, and the unwavering commitment of individuals who, against the backdrop of challenges, are weaving a narrative of…

The Oasis of Change: Abeer's Journey towards a Better Future

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

Abeer Abu-Rizeq, a 48-year-old from Jordan, found herself facing challenging circumstances. Divorced and a mother to a 13-year-old child, she previously owned her own shop. However, life took a difficult turn after her divorce, compounded by a health issue that led to the amputation of her right foot. Her transformative journey at the UN Women operated Oasis Centre in Madaba, funded by the European Union through the Regional Trust Fund in Response to the Syrian crisis, the Madad Fund, in…

Turning the Impossible into Reality: Duaa's Journey Back to Work

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

 

Dua’a Al-Omari, a 38-year-old Jordanian mother of three children, embarked on a transformative journey through the Hairdressing Training programme at the UN Women operated Oasis centre in Madaba. This opportunity allowed her to integrate into the workforce after a pause in her educational journey. Her determination, combined with the support of her family, enabled her to balance her enrolment in the training with her responsibilities at home. This life-changing path was made…

Stitching Hope: Taghreed's Oasis Centre Journey

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

At the Muwaqqar Oasis Centre in a village located at 30 km south east of the Governorate of the capital Amman, under The Resilience and Empowerment of Vulnerable Women: The Future of Jordan’s Growth and Stability project, supported by the European Union through the Regional Trust Fund in Response to the Syrian crisis, the Madad Fund and in partnership with the Ministry of Social Development, Taghreed Al-Issa's story unfolds. Taghreed embarked on a transformative journey that began when she…

Ala'a's Path to Resilience and Creativity

Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024

Ala’a Al-Kasabreh, a mother of 4 daughters from Jordan and a housewife, discovered the EU funded Oasis centre in Madaba through a friend's recommendation. Ala’a passionately recommends the centre to other women, emphasizing, "I always recommend the centre to all women I know; I always tell them to register. My advice to all women is to never stop trying and experiencing new things.”

The National Conference on Women’s Paths in the Modernization Visions

Date: Tuesday, 22 November 2022

Jordan, entering its second centennial, is undergoing a wide range of political, economic and public sector modernization which started in June 2021 with the establishment of the Royal Committee to Modernize the Political System.

Under the patronage of HRH Princess Basma Bint Talal, the Inter-Ministerial Committee for Women’s Empowerment, with UN Women and the Politics and Society Institute, organized the National Conference on Women’s Paths in the Modernization Visions, presenting…

Through Women Eyes: Overcoming Economical Challenges beyond Covid-19

Date: Wednesday, 27 July 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact of the lockdown, increased the economic vulnerability of women in Jordan as many had to borrow money in the absence of any other source of income.

This video explores women’s experiences and daily challenges during the pandemic, particularly in terms of job losses, accumulation of debts, and access to finance. Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF) Women leaders also share their recommendations towards a gender-responsive recovery for Jordan.

رؤية النساء للتغلب على التحديات الاقتصادية لكوفيد-19

Date: Wednesday, 27 July 2022

 

أدت جائحة كوفيد-19 وتأثير الإجراءات الاحترازية ومن ضمنها الإغلاقات إلى زيادة الهشاشة الاقتصادية للنساء في الأردن حيث اضطر الكثير منهن إلى اقتراض المال في غياب أي مصدر آخر للدخل. يستكشف هذا الفيديو تجارب النساء والتحديات اليومية أثناء الجائحة، والتي تسببت في خسارة الكثيرات منهن لوظائفهن وتراكم الديون وقصور التمويل. كما تشارك رياديات التحالف الوطني الأردني - جوناف توصياتهن نحو تعافي يستجيب للنوع الاجتماعي في الأردن. يأتي هذا الفيديو ضمن جهود مناصرة قضايا المرأة في إطار مشروع "…

يتناول تقرير الإطار العام للمساواة بين الجنسين (النوع الاجتماعي) في الأردن

Date: Tuesday, 21 June 2022

يتناول تقرير الإطار العام للمساواة بين الجنسين (النوع الاجتماعي) في الأردن، المعد من قبل المجلس الاقتصادي والاجتماعي بالشراكة مع هيئة الأمم المتحدة للمرأة في الأردن (تحت إطار البرنامج الرئيسي لهيئة الأمم المتحدة للمرأة "النساء مهمات")، آفاق وتحديات الوفاء بالتزامات المساواة بين الجنسين الواردة في أجندة التنمية المستدامة لعام2030 من خلال جمع البيانات والمعلومات القانونية ووجهات النظر الاجتماعية التي توفر مقارنات بين الرجل والمرأة في المجالات الاقتصادية والاجتماعية والسياسية، ويضع توصيات…

The General Framework for Gender Equality in Jordan

Date: Tuesday, 21 June 2022

The General Framework for Gender Equality in Jordanprepared by the Economic and Social Council in partnership with UN Women Jordan (under the UN Women’s flagship program ‘Women Count’) examines the prospects and challenges for achieving the gender equality commitments of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by including the compilation of data, legal information, social perspectives that provide comparisons between men and women within economic, social, and political spheres and it…

مبادرات شبابية للتقدم في أجندة المرأة والسلام والأمن - هيئة أجيال للسلام

Date: Tuesday, 7 December 2021

Youth in Jordan are promoting community initiatives to advance the Women, Peace and Security agenda #JONAP. Meet Tuqa Al Abood, volunteer at the Generations for Peace, introducing youth initiatives to address #UNSCR1325القوى الشبابية في الأردن تروج المبادرات المجتمعية للتقدم في أجندة المرأة والسلام والأمن كجزء الخطة الوطنية الأردنية لقرار مجلس الأمن 1325. لنتعرف على تقى العبود، متطوعة في هيئة أجيال للسلام، تقدم المبادرات الشبابية لمعالجة قرارمجلس الأمن 1325.

مبادرات شبابية للتقدم في أجندة المرأة والسلام والأمن - مبادرة مدرستي

Date: Tuesday, 7 December 2021

Youth in Jordan are promoting community initiatives to advance the Women, Peace and Security agenda #JONAP. Meet Sewar Al Abdallah and Abdel Raouf Khreisat, sharing their experience as members of the Human Rights Club from the ‘Madrasati Initiative’.القوى الشبابية في الأردن تروج المبادرات المجتمعية للتقدم في أجندة المرأة والسلام والأمن كجزء من الخطة الوطنية الأردنية لقرار مجلس الأمن 1325. لنتعرف على سوار العبدالله وعبد الرؤوف خريسات في مشاركة تجربتهما كأعضاء في نادي حقوق الإنسان من مبادرة…

Senior First Officer Shereen Al Qatamin

Date: Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Ms. Shereen Al Qatamin, Senior First Officer Pilot, shares her experience in contributing to peace and security as frontline responder in conflict zones.This is part of a series of profiles of pioneering women in Jordan developed by Madrasati and UN Women to inspire younger generations in support of Jordan’s National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, generously funded by the Governments of the Canada, Finland, Norway, Spain, and the United Kingdom.#UNSCR1325#JONAP#…

Youth initiatives advancing women, peace and security agenda

Date: Thursday, 12 August 2021

Youth in Jordan are promoting community initiatives to advance the Women, Peace and Security agenda under the #JONAP. Meet Abdullah Saad, a member of the 2250 Coalition, introducing the 'Baiti Initiative' to address gender-based violence. يعمل الشباب في الأردن على المبادرات المجتمعية للنهوض بأجندة المرأة والسلام والأمن في إطار الخطة الوطنية الأردنية لقرار مجلس الأمن 1325 حول المرأة والأمن والسلام. لنتعرف على عبد الله سعد، عضو ائتلاف 2250 الذي يقدم "مبادرة بيتي" للتصدي…

Meet the women community leaders in the Za’atari refugee camp.

Date: Sunday, 20 June 2021

UN Women and the Arab Renaissance for Democracy & Development, with the generous support of the Government of Australia through DFAT, promote women’s civic leadership and participation in the Za’atari refugee camp. Find out how Syrian refugee women are supporting their communities, inspiring the next generations of community leaders.

Youth Initiatives for JONAP 1325 | Generations For Peace and UN Women

Date: Thursday, 10 June 2021

Generations For Peace, in partnership with UN Women Jordan and European Union, mobilize 33,000 youth to raise awareness on the important role women play in preventing conflict and promoting peace and security. Check the work our of youth volunteers and leaders across Jordan, leading positive change in their communities amidst the pandemic.

Women’s roles as peacebuilders in Jordanian security sector agencies

Date: Monday, 12 April 2021

Jordan’s National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (JONAP) promotes an enabling environment for women’s meaningful participation and contribution to all security and military operations. The video captures their experiences working in these fields, including as frontline responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Jordan leads the JONAP implementation, in partnership with the Jordanian National Commission for Women and UN Women, and with the support of…

دور المرأة كبناة سلام في قطاعات الأمن الأردني

Date: Monday, 12 April 2021

تعزز خطة العمل الوطنية الأردنية بشأن قرار مجلس الأمن رقم 1325 المرأة والسلام والأمن (JONAP) بيئة مواتية لمشاركة المرأة ومساهمتها بشكل هادف في جميع العمليات الأمنية والعسكرية. يلتقط الفيديو تجاربهن في العمل في هذه المجالات، بما في ذلك عملهن كمستجيبات في الخطوط الأمامية خلال جائحة كورونا. تقود حكومة الأردن تنفيذ خطة العمل الوطنية الأردنية بالشراكة مع اللجنة الوطنية الأردنية لشؤون المرأة وهيئة الأمم المتحدة للمرأة وبدعم من حكومات كندا وفنلندا والنرويج وإسبانيا والمملكة المتحدة.