Amman: The Jordanian National Committee for Pay Equity launched on Wednesday the third phase of a national awareness campaign aimed at educating private sector workers about their rights and fostering a more inclusive work environment for women.
According to Jordan News Agency, the campaign builds on the success of its previous phases, seeking to further improve legal awareness among workers and employers, thereby contributing to a more equitable and rights-based work environment in Jordan.
The initiative is a collaborative effort involving the Jordanian National Commission for Women, the Ministry of Labor, the International Labor Organization, UN Women, the General Federation of Jordanian Trade Unions, and the German Agency for International Cooperation.
Maha Ali, Secretary-General of the Jordanian National Commission for Women, emphasized the campaign’s focus on increasing women’s participation in the labor market and raising awareness of labor laws that support flexible and inclusive workplaces. She highlighted recent legislative amendments designed to enhance these efforts.
Farouk Hadidi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Labor, underscored the need for ongoing education on workers’ rights, with a particular emphasis on combating workplace discrimination and harassment. He also mentioned new regulations concerning flexible work arrangements and provisions for pregnant women and individuals with disabilities.
Khaled Abu Marjoub, Vice President of the Jordan Workers’ Union, reaffirmed the union’s commitment to supporting the campaign. He advocated for greater awareness of workers’ rights and strengthening women’s leadership in union activities.
Amal Mowafy, country coordinator for the International Labor Organization in Jordan, commended the collaborative efforts behind the campaign and highlighted the role of the “Waei” legal clinic in promoting decent work and equal pay.
Manal Benkirane, UN Women’s Deputy Country Representative in Jordan, stressed the importance of expanding legal knowledge to support sustainable labor reforms.