Jordanian Women Between Empowerment and Participation: Roles, Challenges, and Opportunities

Radio Sawt Ajloun Community hosts Ms. Ruba Al-Matarneh, Secretary-General of the Women’s Committees Coalition, for a dialogue episode discussing the situation of Jordanian women and their role in public and economic life, as well as the key challenges and opportunities available to them.

📌 Episode Topics:

🔹 The role of the Women’s Committees Coalition in supporting women’s issues and enhancing their participation in public life.
🔹 The current state of Jordanian women’s participation, particularly young women, in political and community life.
🔹 The importance of education, training, and capacity building in developing the skills of women and girls.
🔹 The role of entrepreneurship and small businesses in supporting women’s economic empowerment.
🔹 The challenges women face in the labor market and the opportunities available to enhance their economic participation.
🔹 The importance of amplifying women’s voices and ensuring that their needs reach relevant stakeholders, particularly in governorates and local communities.
🔹 The role of young men and women in dialogue on policies and programs related to women’s issues.

🗓️ Saturday, July 25, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM 📻 On the air on Sawt Ajloun Community Radio

Dialogue Facilitator: Dr. Ali Yousef Al-Momani

Reef Space Members: Hebatullah Al-Qurashi and Iman Ananbeh

As part of the “Reef Safe Political Youth Space” project, implemented by Intermediaries of Change Center for Sustainable Development in partnership with Sawt Ajloun Community Radio, and in cooperation with the German Rosa Luxemburg Foundation.

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