FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES
National Network
Jordan
Address
Abdel Hamid Sharaf street, building no.95Country
City
AmmanMobile Phone
+962792638111Telephone
00962 6 5686825Website
Click HereYear of Establishment
2017Contact Person1
Nancy MomanyJob Title 1
Country DirectorContact Person 2
Duaa AlabdallatJob Title 2
Senior Program OfficerOrganisation Type
Non-Governmental OrganizationFields of Activity
Environment/Sustainable development, Gender, Youth and educationGeneral Information
World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a leading Canadian international development organization that works with and through its southern partners to promote sustainable development. Founded in 1957 and currently working in 22 countries worldwide with an annual budget of approximately $45 million dollars, WUSC works towards a world where young people can grow up in safe, secure, supportive environments, where they can learn, work, and play a vital role in their community and country’s development. Our internationally recognized programs which support youth, women, and other marginalized populations, focusing on three thematic areas of education, employment, and engagement. Globally, WUSC works with a network of higher education institutions, civil society organizations, private sector partners, professionals, students, volunteers, faculty, and community leaders that can be leveraged to support our work.
Mission and Objectives
Our vision is a better world for all young people. It is a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world in which all young people, especially women and refugees, are empowered to secure a good quality of life for themselves, their families, and their communities.
We work with a diverse network of students, volunteers, institutions, governments, and businesses to improve education, economic, and empowerment opportunities for young people.
Empowerment
Engaging young people to contribute toward a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world.
Economic Opportunities
Improving young people’s access to quality training and employment-related services, while supporting more inclusive economies.
Education
Improving young people’s access to quality education, especially among girls and refugees.
Main Projects / Activities
- BUCRA (Burden of Childcare Reduced and Addressed for Women in Jordan) is a five-year collaborative initiative - aimed at enhancing economic justice for women in Jordan,Expanding on the WE LEAD project's achievements, BUCRA aims to take a holistic approach to addressing the basic childcare issues that prevent women from entering and remaining in the workforce. By engaging key local stakeholders from government, educational institutions, the business sector, and community groups, BUCRA aims to foster gender-transformative change in Jordan, reducing the burden of childcare for women, increasing their participation in the workforce, improving access to quality child-care services for Jordanian families, and enhancing economic empowerment and justice for women. Implemented in partnership with the National Council for Family Affairs, SADAQA, and the Vocational Training Corporation, BUCRA will work towards sustainable systemic changes in childcare policies and practices in Jordan.
-Student Refugee Program (SRP) is one of WUSC flagship programs,and is being implemented in Jordan and Lebanon through WUSC Jordan Country Office. The program offers youth refugees (18-25 years old) with the opportunity to access secondary education in Canada while simultaneously being resettled. This durable pathway is a globally unique, and is serving around 130-150 youths residing in six countries in the Middle East and Africa.
- Refugee Led Facilitation to Complementary Pathways Project :WUSC is UNHCR’s partner for complementary pathways in Jordan. Under this 3 years' partnership, WUSC seeks to increase access to protection-sensitive complementary pathways, specifically education and employment-linked pathways for refugees in Jordan, including those that offer family reunification opportunities as part of their initiatives.
WELCOME CORPS ON CAMPUS (WCC) - Campus-led community-sponsorship pilot initiative in the United States :The Welcome Corps on Campus was launched in July 2023 by the U.S. Department of State, to allow institutions and their stakeholders to welcome and enroll refugee students on their campuses.
Volunteer Cooperation Program (VCP) / IGNI+E : IGNI+E (Innovative Global Networks for Inclusion + Equality, pronounced IGNITE) is a WUSC project (2022-2028) which works with a diverse portfolio of partners and international volunteers to address the root causes of youth unemployment and influence sustainable ecosystem improvements for youth, particularly young women.
How can you contribute to the Network in your country?
To contribute to the Anna Lindh Foundation (ALF) network in our country, I would leverage the extensive experience and partnerships WUSC has developed over the years in promoting sustainable development, with a focus on youth, women, and marginalized populations. As the country office for WUSC, we are deeply embedded in the local community and have built strong relationships with higher education institutions, civil society organizations, government partners, and the private sector.
We can contribute to ALF by facilitating cross-regional collaboration, sharing knowledge on youth empowerment, education, and employment initiatives, and promoting dialogue on social inclusion. Additionally, we can help amplify the voices of local youth and marginalized communities in regional discussions, ensuring their perspectives are represented. By connecting local stakeholders with ALF's broader network, we can support initiatives that transform dialogue into tangible actions for positive change.
Why do you want to join the ALF Network?
WUSC’s ongoing work in fostering partnerships and creating opportunities for collaboration aligns well with ALF’s mission of creating spaces for learning and meaningful exchange. Together, we can work towards building more resilient, inclusive communities while strengthening regional cooperation across the Euro-Mediterranean region.By being part of ALF, we can connect with like-minded organizations, institutions, and change-makers, which will enhance our ability to share best practices, exchange knowledge, and collaborate on initiatives that address key issues such as youth empowerment, education, employment, and social inclusion.
As a country office for WUSC, we are committed to promoting sustainable development and supporting marginalized communities. Joining the ALF network would provide us with a valuable platform to amplify our work, deepen our impact, and build stronger relationships with regional and international partners who share our vision of a more inclusive and resilient world. Ultimately, being part of ALF would enable us to contribute to a broader dialogue, transforming ideas into actions that support the growth and development of communities throughout the region.