2024-10-24

The Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women’s Studies at Yarmouk University hosted Ms. Ofelie Schnobelin, the Regional Coordinator of the Human Rights-Based Approach Project from the Lutheran Union Office in Geneva, in the presence of the Center’s Director, Dr. Batool Al-Muheisen.

 During the meeting, Dr. Al-Muheisen emphasized the Center’s commitment to strengthening its cooperation with various local and international organizations concerned with women’s issues. This collaboration aims to create effective partnerships that serve the advancement of women’s rights and empowerment.

 During her visit, Ms. Schnobelin met with the university students from the “Advocacy Team” to discuss the team’s projects, plans, and activities, including a workshop on creative writing. She praised the team members’ outstanding performance and the topics they address.

 The Advocacy Team was formed as part of the Human Rights-Based Approach Project, a collaboration between the Princess Basma enter for Jordanian Women’s Studies and the Lutheran Charity Union. The project aims to build the students’ capacities and encourage them to implement activities that advocate for women’s rights and empower them socially and economically.