Introduction
The launch of the Women’s Empowerment Unit within the Tanmeyah Network represents a significant step towards unifying efforts to enhance women’s roles and empower them economically. In Jordan, women make up approximately 47% of the total population; however, their participation in the workforce remains much lower.
Through the Women’s Empowerment Unit within the Tanmeyah Network, we can achieve substantial progress in empowering women and strengthening their role in society by implementing action plans based on needs and strategic plans focused on:
Education and Training
Providing training programs and skill development opportunities targeting women in various fields, especially in technical and financial sectors.
Creating Employment Opportunities
Encouraging companies and organizations to hire women and provide a supportive work environment for them.
Supporting Entrepreneurship and Self-Employment
Providing financial support and consultancy services for women aspiring to start their own businesses.
Strengthening Capacities
Building leadership and management capacities for women through workshops and training courses.
Improving Policies
Enhancing policies that support women’s economic empowerment and reduce gender gaps in various fields.
Through these integrated efforts, we can achieve significant progress in empowering women and enhancing their role in society, contributing to sustainable economic and social development in Jordan.
Reasons for Establishing the Women's Empowerment Unit
Non-financial Support Services for Women
Wide and accessible opportunities in the labor market.
Excellence and innovation in designing new products that cater to the diverse needs of women, regardless of their location.
Objectives of the Women's Empowerment Unit
Financial Inclusion
Enhancing women’s access to financial services and resources such as microloans, savings accounts, and financial literacy training.
Developing Existing Projects
Supporting women in developing their businesses by providing workshops for business plan development, personalized mentoring programs, and access to funding and networking opportunities.
Training Women Leaders
Developing women’s leadership capacities through training programs focused on decision-making skills, leadership styles, effective communication, and self-development.
Economic Empowerment
Self-Employment and Increasing Job Opportunities
Providing training opportunities and building the necessary skills for women to start working, enhance financial security, and increase job opportunities in high-demand sectors.
Enhancing Social Interaction and Networking
Creating a supportive environment through networking events, support groups, and mentoring programs to strengthen community and professional connections.
Advocating for Policy Change
Working to improve policies that support women’s economic empowerment and reduce gender gaps in various fields.
Digital Skills Development
Providing basic training to start businesses: Technology to enhance digital literacy and empower women to use modern technologies in their daily lives and businesses.
Action Plans
Needs Assessment
Impact and Sustainability Measurement
Tracking progress and demonstrating results.
Building Partnerships
Collaborating with various supporting entities and partners.
Capacity Building
Providing training and mentorship.
Program Development
Creating tailored programs to address specific needs.
