In Action
“You Are Not Alone - Help is Near You” National Awareness Campaign
The "You Are Not Alone- Help is Near You" 2nd National Awareness Campaign was launched, reaching over 3 million people The campaign consisted of a social media campaign, billboards, SMS campaign, influencer videos, as well as TV and radio interviews, all over the country.
Key themes of the campaign included addressing the various forms of violence against women and girls, and providing information on the available free, confidential and inclusive services to survivors of gender-based violence.
Community dialogues were held in three universities: the University of Jordan,, Tafilah Technical University, and Aqaba Technology University These events facilitated discussions on violence, prevention and gathered valuable recommendations for future actions.
The social media campaign successfully reached over 808,666 people, whereas 2,884,531 people public awareness, generating support for the campaign’s objectives. he launching conference of e campaign was held nder the patronage of H.E. enator Dr. Maysoon toom, who underlined the mportance of the campaign r Jordan in improving wareness about existing ervices for survivors of olence, and improving their access to these services
2024 EuroMed Feminist Initiative
2024 EuroMed Feminist Initiative
In Action
“Three L’s (Linking to Learning for Liaising) Media Workshop”
AECID organized the "Three L’s (Linking to Learning for Liaising)" media workshop in collaboration with prominent journalists Nadine Nimri and Rana Husseini. The workshop gathered 33 participants, including media professionals and project partners, to foster collaboration between GBV service providers and the media.
Participants were introduced to survivor-centered approaches for covering GBV cases and received practical guidance on media engagement for developing impactful GBV-related campaigns. The workshop provided a networking opportunity for participants to build long-term collaborations and enhance their capacity to communicate and promote GBV initiatives effectively
16 Days of Activism campaign
On the occasion of the 16 Days of Activism, UNFPA in collaboration with AECID, launched the study “Unseen Journeys: Obstacles faced by Women Survivors to Access GBV Services”. The study investigates the barriers of accessing the GBV services across sectors health, legal, safety, and psychosocial services, and explored how socio-economic and demographic factors affect help-seeking behaviours.
The study aimed to provide targeted recommendations to improve the accessibility and quality of GBV services in Jordan, aligning with national strategies and UNFPA objectives for sustainable and inclusive support The event also featured an exhibition which highlighted quotes from women on different challenges and barriers faced when seeking GBV services.
Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID)
Capacity Building Workshops and Awareness-Raising Sessions
IFH organized a Community Mobilization and Campaigning training with the aim of equipping 14 IFH staff and 6 CBOs’ staff from AWO, FGAC, and TWCS, with skills in community mobilization and advocacy.
IFH conducted a training on the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse for 94 staff in Karak and Irbid to raise awareness and strengthen mechanisms for preventing and addressing exploitation and abuse.
Tafila Women Charity Society (TWCS) organized the “Empowering Adolescent Girls” program, which reached 105 adolescent girls, raising awareness on gender-based violence and access to GBV prevention and protection services. Additionally, TWCS launched the podcast series, “Journey of Survival” featuring stories of real women who survived GBV and interviews with support services
14 legal awareness sessions were conducted by JCLA to 300 beneficiaries, mostly Jordanian women. The sessions were held in Irbid, Tafileh, Amman and Karak Topics included cybercrimes, domestic violence protection, early marriage and divorce
NCFA organized a workshop for protection sector professionals from the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Education, the Family and the Juvenile Protection Administration to exchange knowledge and best practices on establishing partnerships and developing integrated referral pathways, enhancing their capacities and improving the services they provide to survivors.
NCFA held a training on the National GBV SOPs targeting 30 staff members from 11 national organizations in the North These sessions focused on the national guidelines for preventing and responding to cases of violence in Jordan, case management methodology, and related national legislation, including the Violence Protection Law and the Child Law NCFA also held a similar training collaboration with IFH in the south of Jordan, reaching 29 participants from 16 organizations.
Justice Center for Legal Aid (JCLA)
National Council for Family Affairs (NCFA)
Human Interest Stories
Support and Care for Empowering Young Lives
The SOS team showed me that women have an identity and deserve respect Although I used to be afraid of my husband, I’m now able to face any challenge with confidence
Due to the implementation of the “One-Stop Shop” model, which provides integrated services to survivors of GBV and offers a comprehensive approach to support and empowerment, Hind received protection and care, and was referred to economic empowerment programs where she learned how to manage a small business. This holistic support helped her gain the skills to manage financial resources and rebuild her life
By the time Hind (pseudonym) sought help from the Family Protection and Juvenile Department, she and her children had suffered prolonged abuse at the hands of her husband Hind tried to endure the abuse, but once it was evident that her life was in danger,, she was referred to SOS Children's Villages Jordan.
Before arriving at Safe Homes, Hind was in deep psychological distress and had no knowledge of her rights as a woman Married at 15 years old, she believed that a woman had no rights other than being a wife and a mother, and that experiencing violence and abuse was normal
Through the intervention of SOS Children's Villages Jordan, Hind received shelter and care and participated in psychological support sessions Hind says, "I was subjected to verbal and physical violence, and the abuse I faced was immense But after reaching the Safe Home, I discovered that women have rights and can be strong. Through the support provided, I regained my self-confidence and learned how to deal with my children, who had become accustomed to being beaten and exposed to violence "
Through the psychological sessions, Hind gained clarity on her goals and how to achieve them "Now, even if I have to face my husband in the future, I have the strength to stand up to him and protect my children."
Hind's passion for technology led her to explore new opportunities. She learned graphic design and embarked on an empowerment journey that connected her with other women, each pursuing their own dreams, reinforcing the idea that women can achieve anything.
To protect herself and her children, Hind also received legal services There were legal followups on a "separation and dispute" case, and follow-ups on alimony and divorce cases within the services provided by the project.
Expressing her gratitude to the SOS Children's Villages Jordan team, Hind said: "They showed me that women have an identity and deserve respect Although I was afraid of my husband at first, I’m now able to face any challenge with confidence. Now, my children are my greatest source of motivation and strength They have endured significant suffering and witnessed the violence I faced. My goal is to remove them from this harmful environment and provide them with a better life, education, and future than those I had.”
