On the occasion of World Refugee Day, observed every year on June 20, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) held on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, a special virtual session titled “Social Protection for
For over 10 years now, Jordan has faced great challenges on its northern border, which have been threatening its security and stability, and draining its resources. The ongoing crisis and the repercussions of regional
The death of a black American man, George Floyd, on May 25, 2020, due to the action of a white policeman — who kept his knee on Floyd’s neck, preventing him from breathing to
By Ramsey Mansur The solutions for addressing the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic cannot be limited to the supply side in light of widespread loss of income and cautious demand. To stimulate demand
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis in Jordan, in March, Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD), UNHCR’s legal partner, has been providing legal services to beneficiaries, in line with its mission of
By Ramsey Mansur In order for the majority for SMEs to survive the COVID-19 induced economic crisis there is no alternative to injecting liquidity into the economy. SMEs in Jordan have always found it difficult
The substantial financial hardships faced by thousands of Tunisian workers due to the general quarantine imposed in light of the Coronavirus have become evident. A striking example of this can be seen through the
In continuation of its relief efforts and in implementation of its preparatory plan and the Jordanian NGOs Forum (JONAF) response plan to coronavirus, and with the support of the United Nations Office for the
As the United Nations urges unity in the fight against the Coronavirus, there has been a recent call for a ceasing of all hostilities between conflicting parties in Libya in order to enable the medical authorities
Unexpected risks and setbacks are not surprising for refugees trying to rebuild their businesses in host countries; their previous experiences, the loss of their past projects, and having to leave their countries has equipped