JORDAN

Jordan has experienced rapid development and social change over the previous three decades, and continues to work towards a greater social, political and economic transformation. For over a decade, CHF has been helping Jordanians tackle their most pressing issues, including access to credit, economic development, civil society and child labor.

To learn more, please read the Jordan Fact Sheet.

The Middle East Micro Credit Company (MEMCC)

MEMCC was established in January 2003 to provide loans to micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, and to low-income families for home improvements. With an outstanding loan portfolio of more than $17 million, MEMCC is one of the largest microfinance institutions in Jordan.

Combating Exploitive Child Labor through Education (CECLE)

Funded by the US Department of Labor, the goal of CECLE is to remove children from the worst forms of child labor and prevent additional children from entering into such dangerous activities, while providing them with direct educational services and other non-formal education. Through CECLE, CHF is also strengthening policies on child labor and education and building capacity of national institutions, raising awareness on the importance of education, and supporting research on child labor.

QUDORAT

QUDORAT, which means capacities in Arabic, is a partnership between the Noor Al Hussein Foundation and CHF International to promote and link social and economic development by strengthening the capacity of community-based organizations (CBOs). The program works by enhancing the capacities of local CBOs to develop and manage income generation projects that meet market demands. The goal is for these income generating activities to support programming and services that meet the needs of the community, contribute to improved living conditions and reduce poverty.

Aqaba Community and Economic Development (ACED) Program

The Aqaba region of Jordan has undergone tremendous economic growth, as a result ACED helps community-based organizations build their capacities to take advantage of these new economic opportunities and to be full participants in the development of the region. Through the program, CHF aims to build the capacity of all facets of civil society by encouraging the local community to participate in development decision-making; enhancing the capacity of local civil society organizations to provide relevant services; encouraging local citizens to participate in the modern economy; and creating opportunities for interaction between citizens and private sector.

To read more about the ACED program and the Aqaba Special Economic Zone, visit www.aced-jordan.com