Every year on March 8th, the world celebrates International Women’s Day. This year’s theme, "Rights, Justice, and Action for All Women and Girls," calls for necessary measures to ensure justice for women across all fields.
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In this context, the National Centre for Human Rights (NCHR) emphasizes the constitutional protection of women’s rights as enshrined in Article 6 of the Jordanian Constitution. This article mandates that "Jordanians are equal before the law, with no discrimination in rights and duties based on race, language, or religion." It further stipulates that the State shall guarantee the empowerment and support of women to play an active role in nation-building, ensuring equal opportunity based on justice and equity, and protecting them from all forms of violence and discrimination.
Legislative and International Framework
Jordan has ratified the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW), published in the Official Gazette in 2007, and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which upholds equality and non-discrimination. Nationally, the Social Development Law of 2024 was enacted to improve the quality of life for women victims of domestic violence or those at risk, providing them with protection and care through a framework of partnership and justice.
Strategic Policies
The National Social Protection Strategy (2025–2033) has been launched, alongside the NCHR’s Strategy (2025–2029). These strategies are designed to keep pace with national, regional, and international shifts, responding to emerging human rights challenges such as Climate Change, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, and Business and Human Rights. Women's issues remain a fundamental pillar of these strategies, ensuring the monitoring of their rights and the follow-up of recommendations with relevant authorities.
Challenges and Key Recommendations
Despite progress, the NCHR identifies ongoing challenges that require collective efforts. The Centre consistently includes the following recommendations in its official reports:
Digital and Physical Safety: Expanding safe and rapid reporting channels for all forms of violence, including digital violence, and providing specialized legal and psychological support for survivors.
Legislative Review: Amending national laws to ensure the criminalization of all forms of cyber-violence.
Economic Empowerment: Bridging the gender economic gap, enhancing access to health and education, and integrating women into development policies.
Media & Awareness: Adopting media policies that challenge stereotypes and promote women as essential partners in decision-making.
Labor Rights in Agriculture: Strengthening oversight of working conditions for women in the agricultural sector, ensuring adherence to occupational health and safety standards (e.g., providing first aid and protective gear) to guarantee their right to physical integrity.
Renewed Commitment
The NCHR renews its commitment to its monitoring and awareness roles, working with all partners to ensure women enjoy their full rights and to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In conclusion, the Centre reaffirms the Royal Directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II, which stress the utmost importance of justice, equality, and the support of comprehensive and sustainable social and human development for all.
