Jordan
A Journey of Learning: Researching Economic Opportunities for Refugee Youth in Kenya, Jordan, and Malawi
The 2024 International Seminar brought together youth from Canada, Kenya, Jordan, and Malawi, both refugees and non-refugees, in a collaborative research environment aimed at enhancing global connections and tackling relevant research questions. The International Seminar explores a contemporary development issue through research and insights of young people, collaborating directly with key actors in one or…
News | Canada, Economic Opportunities, International Seminar, Jordan, Kenya, Malawi
|Enabling Women in Jordan to Thrive through Accessible and Quality Childcare: Introducing the BUCRA Project
In the quiet village of Dogara in Northern Jordan, far from the conveniences of the city, job opportunities are scarce. Wafaa shared her story of nearly giving up her 18-year career—not because of a lack of skills or ambition, but because she couldn’t find a safe place to care for her newborn baby. Her experience…
News | BUCRA, Economic Opportunities, Jordan
|Spotlight on Sara: An Inspirational Volunteer Journey
In the world of international volunteering, some stories stand out for the empowerment and inspiration they bring. Sara’s international volunteer experience is one such story. A Canadian volunteer from Victoria, British Columbia, Sara has shown a remarkable commitment to fostering meaningful collaboration and impactful action through her international volunteer work with WUSC and their partner…
Success Stories | Economic Opportunities, IGNITE, Jordan, Volunteer Spotlight, Volunteering for Development
|Harmonizing Hopes: Refugee and Host Community Youth Thriving Together – A Collaborative Journey towards Economic Opportunities
Are you passionate about the socio-economic development of young people? Do you want to help strengthen the cohesion between refugee youth and the communities hosting them? Are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident between the ages of 18 and 30? WUSC invites you, from July 28 to August 24, 2024, to participate in the…
News | Canada, Economic Opportunities, Jordan, Kenya, Malawi, Volunteering for Development
|How we are working with partners to prevent gender-based violence (GBV) during the COVID-19 pandemic
Around the world, nearly 1 in 3 women are affected by gender-based violence (GBV) in their lifetime. While men, women, girls, and boys all experience GBV to varying degrees, women and girls are often disproportionately affected. GBV includes, but is not restricted to sexual, emotional, and psychological violence, early and forced marriage, domestic violence, female…
News | COVID-19, Durable Solutions for Refugees, Economic Opportunities, Education, Empowerment, Jordan, KEEP, Kenya, WE LEAD, Webinar
|Three ways you can get involved in World Youth Skills Day
What is World Youth Skills Day? World Youth Skills Day highlights the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship, as well as recognizing the important role of skilled youth in addressing current and future global challenges. This year, World Youth Skills Day takes place in a difficult context. The COVID-19 pandemic…
News | Economic Opportunities, Ghana, Jordan, Malawi, Vietnam, Volunteering for Development
|How WUSC is Helping Employers and Training Centres Navigate the Challenges of COVID-19
How Employers and Training Centres can Navigate Together the Challenges of COVID-19 Globally, the International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates there are more than 64 million unemployed young people around the world, with a further 145 million youth working but living in poverty. Many sectors in many countries, including healthcare, construction, and automotive technologies, are experiencing rapid…
Development Perspectives, News | BRIDGE, COVID-19, Economic Opportunities, Iraq, Jordan, WE LEAD
|How online vocational training during COVID-19 prepares healthcare workers for future employment
Samya Al-Qudah, a recent graduate of the WUSC-supported Healthcare Support Worker program, tells us how proud she was when she helped her friend, who had been in critical condition, walk again. Samya is an example of the high return on investment in women’s education in Jordan. “I am proud of myself,” Samya says. “There is…
Success Stories | COVID-19, Economic Opportunities, Jordan, WE LEAD
|How childcare is increasing access to education and economic opportunities in Jordan
The story of Sondas Bashiri Each day, Sondas Bashiri looks forward to attending the Vocational Training Corporation (VTC) in her hometown of Irbid, Jordan. Here, she is enrolled in the Medical Office Assistant (MOA) program. Upon graduating from the program, she wants to work in medical administration. Prior to enrolling in this program, Sondas worked…
Success Stories | Economic Opportunities, Education, Gender Equality, Jordan, WE LEAD
|Women Transporting into Employment: Challenges and Opportunities in the Jordanian Transportation Sector
A new paper on creating and implementing gender-inclusive policies within the transportation sector from WUSC’s women’s economic empowerment initiative in Jordan. By: Emilie MacIsaac, Program Officer, WUSC As Jordanians make their way to work, the voice of famous singer Fairuz can be heard ringing through the opening store fronts and rolled-down car windows. Long, intertwined lines…