Unpacking Gender: The Humanitarian Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis in Jordan
With no political solution on the horizon to end the conflict in Syria, it is clear that humanitarian agencies must continue to prepare for a protracted conflict.
Jordan
October 10, 2016
Her Majesty Queen Rania calls for greater support for girls' education in conflict zones
Her Majesty Queen Rania on Monday urged greater support for education in conflict zones, and called for forging partnerships among girls and women around the world t
September 28, 2016
Women gain ground in parliamentary election in Jordan
Women’s rights campaigners in
Women and Violent Radicalization in Jordan
Like many countries around the world, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan faces risks from “violent radicalization,” often defined as a process through which a person co
May 24, 2016
Role of Jordanian women in peacekeeping missions lauded
The Jordanian coalition on UN Resol
Election
4344: Jordan, 10/09/2024, Jordanian House of Deputies 2024
| Quota Information | Parliament Information | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Are there legislated quotas? | Yes | Structure of parliament | Unicameral |
| For the Single/Lower House? | Yes | >Current members | 130 |
| Percentage of women | 12.31% | ||
| Source: Gender Quotas Database | Source: New Parline | ||
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Jordan sets historic record for women in politics: legal reforms and leadership training drive change
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Italy, UN Women join forces to advance women’s political engagement in Jordan
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February 20, 2023
Jordan: Bani Mustafa calls for increasing women's participation in decision-making
AMMAN — Minister of Social Development Wafaa Bani Mustafa called for increasing women's participation in political decision-making in Jordan, saying such a change woul
December 1, 2021
Jordan has ‘crystal-clear’ decision to support women’s political participation
Jordan has a “crystal-clear” political decision to support women’s participation in political life, notably their representation in Parliament, Culture Minister Haifa Najjar said on Sunday.
November 18, 2020
Following election, Jordan sees drop in female lawmakers
Only 15 women make it into parliament thanks to quota system for minorities.
November 6, 2020
1 in 3 women parliamentary candidates face cyberbullying in Jordan
One in three women candidates running for the upcoming parliamentary elections, slated for November 10, said that they were subjected to cyberbullying, a local study revealed on Thursday.
September 25, 2020
SIGI urges women planning to run for elections to form their own lists
A local organisation on Sunday called on women wishing to run for the upcoming parliamentary elections to form their own lists and not to wait to be included in other candidates' lists.
May 4, 2020
Women in the security sector at the frontline of the COVID-19 response
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August 18, 2017
Women experience in elections ‘positive’ overall, says SIGI
AMMAN –– The overall experience of
March 3, 2017
From where I stand: “I made history by becoming the youngest City Council member”
“My sister, who's a lawyer and a wo
October 10, 2016
Her Majesty Queen Rania calls for greater support for girls' education in conflict zones
Her Majesty Queen Rania on Monday urged greater support for education in conflict zones, and called for forging partnerships among girls and women around the world t
September 28, 2016
Women gain ground in parliamentary election in Jordan
Women’s rights campaigners in
May 24, 2016
Role of Jordanian women in peacekeeping missions lauded
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August 20, 2013
473 women candidates running in municipal elections, Jordan
Some 473 women are running along with 2,333 male candidates in the municipal elections due to be held on August 27 in the Kingdom, according to Secretary General of the Jordanian National Commission for Women Asma Khader.
August 19, 2013
Female MPs launch forum to promote women’s rights issues, Jordan
Women MPs on Monday launched a new parliamentary forum, in a bid to reform laws governing family affairs and women issues.
July 26, 2013
Stepping Stone: Jordan's quota for women's parliament seats is raising the profile of female politicians
Jordanian female parliamentarians have come a long way in the ten years since the quota system was first introduced for the 2003 elections.
May 30, 2012
Jordan Islamists Slam Women's Rights Convention
Jordan's Islamists Sunday criticized the government's endorsement of a United Nations convention eliminating discrimination against women, describing it as a "most dangerous" agreement.
May 30, 2012
Jordan: Queen Rania Launches YouTube Channel to Break Down Stereotypes
Using one of the most cyber-savvy platforms for dialogue, Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah launched a global campaign on YouTube urging users to discuss existing stereotypes about the Arab world and highlight commonalities uniting people around the globe.
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Jordan: WARCATI Seeks to Educate Women on Their Legal Rights
The Jordanian National Commission for Women (JNCW) on Monday launched the third phase of a project aimed at legally empowering Jordanian women and their children.The project, “Women and Children's Rights through Access to Information” (WARCATI), uses computer programmes and technology to educate
May 30, 2012
Jordan: Activists to Monitor Lawmakers’ Performance
Al Quds Centre for Political Studies on Wednesday released the first report of the “Jordanian Parliamentary Monitor” project, which seeks to improve the Parliament’s performance by highlighting the best international experiences and practices in parliamentary performance.
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Jordan: Islamist Movement Calls on Government to Withdraw from CEDAW
The Islamist movement on Sunday called on the government to withdraw from the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) on grounds that the treaty will lead to a myriad of social problems in the country.In a press conference held at the Islamic Action Fron
May 30, 2012
Jordan: Azerbaijani Delegation Shares Experiences with Women’s Groups
HRH Princess Basma on Tuesday said exposure to experiences of societies that share similar circumstances will only work to strengthen efforts geared towards strengthening women's capabilities and capacities within their own communities.
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Jordan: Women Activists Welcome Endorsement of Gov’t Decision to Lift Reservation on CEDAW Article
Women activists on Tuesday welcomed the endorsement of a Cabinet decision to lift its reservations on an article related to women's mobility in an international convention, saying it was an important step towards securing additional legislation that guarantees women's rights.
May 30, 2012
Jordan: Not Good Enough
Fifty-eight parliamentarians have recently petitioned the government to treat children and husbands of Jordanian mothers married to non-Jordanians, and holding temporary passports, on an equal footing with Jordanians, without giving them Jordanian citizenship.The move is a timid step towards impr
May 30, 2012
Jordan: Jordanian Government seeking to increase women’s representation in Parliament
Minister of Political Development noted that the election committee is reviewing several suggestions that were presented by civil society and the women’s movement, including increasing the women seats to 12 so that all governorates will be represented in the Lower House.