By: *Eleonora Banfi & Laura Del Duca In 2023, weather-related hazards such as storms, floods, fires and droughts displaced more than 26 million people. Projections indicate that by 2050, more than 200 million people
By Fabienne Rorke, intern at RSC The devastating war in Sudan has been raging on since April 2023 resulting in many civilian casualties, yet women and girls remain disproportionately affected. Women in Sudan suffer
The Jordanian National Commission for Women (JNCW) has adopted this year’s 16 Days of Activism slogan: “Together to eliminate violence against women and girls in war and in peace.” This powerful message reflects Jordan’s
On World Children’s Day, which falls on 20 November each year, children’s rights and the importance of enabling them to lead a dignified life that befits their humanity are highlighted. This year’s theme is
By Khaled Jomaa In a recent conference organized by the Danish Refugee Council in partnership with the Arab Reform Initiative, experts, policymakers, and stakeholders gathered to discuss ways to bridge the gap between humanitarian
By: Dr. Lex Takkenberg On 28 October 2024, the Israeli Knesset passed two bills aimed at banning the operations and functions of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the
By: Eleonora Banfi Every year, the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict reminds us to consider the often-neglected aspect of environmental toll that military actions take
By: Jalal Abu Saleh Between 2006 and 2024, more than 1,700 journalists were killed around the world, with nearly 9 out of 10 cases remaining unresolved, according to UNESCO, amid escalating conflicts and crises
By: Joel Alfonso International Care Day is a global observance that highlights the critical role of care work, including caregiving for children, the elderly, and people with disabilities. In Jordan, where care work is
“Since childhood, I have noticed the numerous difficulties that face people with disabilities in their everyday life, starting with the distorted societal view of them, being subjected to exploitation or abuse, poorly equipped facilities,