In collaboration with the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies at Yarmouk University, the fifth training session for female academics from Yarmouk University on "Training Female Academics in Political Party Work" began, led by female academics who have previously undergone training with us. This is part of the "Training Female Academics in Political Party Work in Universities" project implemented by Masarat in cooperation with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development. Professor Dr. Rasmieh Al-Amir from the Faculty of Nursing at Yarmouk University is training female academics from various faculties.
In collaboration with the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies at Yarmouk University, the third training session for female academics from Yarmouk University on "Training Female Academics on Political Party Work" has started. This session is conducted by female academics who have previously undergone training with us, as part of the project "Training Female Academics on Political Party Work in Universities," which is implemented by Masarat in cooperation with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development. Dr. Anan Abu Hamour from the Faculty of Business at Yarmouk University is training female academics from various universities.
In cooperation with the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women’s Studies at Yarmouk University, the first training session for female academics from Yarmouk University has started under the title “Training Female Academics on Political Party Work.” The session is conducted by female academics who were previously trained by us as part of the project “Training Female Academics on Political Party Work in Universities,” implemented by Masarat in collaboration with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development. Dr. Maram Al-Abdullah from the Language Center at Yarmouk University is training female academics from various university departments
In collaboration with the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies at Yarmouk University, the fourth training session for female academics from Yarmouk University on "Training Female Academics in Political Party Work" was launched. This session is led by female academics who have previously undergone training with us, as part of the "Training Female Academics in Political Party Work at Universities" project, which is implemented by Masarat in cooperation with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development. Professor Dr. Manar Bani Mustafa from the Faculty of Educational Sciences at Yarmouk University is training female academics from various colleges.
In cooperation with the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women’s Studies at Yarmouk University, the second training session for female academics from Yarmouk University has started under the title “Training Female Academics on Political Party Work.” The session is conducted by female academics who were previously trained by us as part of the project “Training Female Academics on Political Party Work in Universities,” implemented by Masarat in collaboration with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development. Dr. Rima Karasneh from the Faculty of Medicine at Yarmouk University is training female academics from various university departments.
Under the patronage of Dr. Batool Al-Muheisen, Director of the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women’s Studies, the awareness campaign titled “The Impact of Mental Health on Women in Work Environments” was inaugurated. The campaign was organized by the Center in cooperation with the International Medical Corps and the Faculty of Educational Sciences.
Participants in the campaign included Dr. Manar Bani Mustafa from the Faculty of Educational Sciences, as well as Majed Masaadeh, Hindya Al-Muqabla, Hiba Al-Jarrah, Murad Abu Jameel, Areen Nawaserah, and Nawaf and Muath Khattabeh, representatives of the International Medical Corps.
In her opening remarks, Dr. Al-Muheisen emphasized that empowering Jordanian women in all fields is the core mission of the Center, aligning with Yarmouk University’s broader mission and the Royal directives that call for supporting women to advance their communities and nation.
She highlighted the campaign’s focus on the significance of mental health for women in the workplace. She also noted that World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for health organizations and governments to enhance mental health policies, provide support for individuals facing mental health challenges, and improve the quality of mental health care services.
Dr. Al-Muheisen added that this global occasion encourages individuals to seek help when needed and raises awareness that mental health is an integral part of overall health, essential for achieving a balanced and healthy life.
Dr. Bani Mustafa addressed the importance of mental health, noting that two crucial life choices are work and marriage. She emphasized the relationship between work and mental health, as work occupies a significant portion of one’s life.
Majed Masaadeh mentioned that October 10 was designated as World Mental Health Day to highlight women’s roles as mothers, educators, and workers, as well as the psychological pressures and challenges they face at home and work.
Murad Abu Jameel explained the mechanisms of the International Medical Corps, which aim to improve the quality and accessibility of primary healthcare in Jordan by supporting local clinics and organizations. The organization also works to enhance mental health and social well-being by ensuring coordinated evidence-based programs and better access to community mental health services for women and children.
Hiba Al-Jarrah discussed the establishment of the Medical Corps branch in 2008, focusing on improving quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacities across Jordan. She also elaborated on stress and coping mechanisms, comparing them to antibiotics in how they address challenges.
The topic of psychological first aid was introduced by Al-Rifa’i, who explained its role in building trust between the therapist and the patient, which is fundamental to the healing process from start to finish.
Areen Nawaserah addressed the psychological impact on women with mentally ill children, such as those with autism, and how this affects their work environment.
Hindya Al-Muqabla discussed the stigma surrounding mental health, describing it as a set of negative beliefs and social perceptions about individuals with mental health conditions, often leading to discrimination and marginalization.
Lastly, Muath Khattabeh highlighted the Relax application, a comprehensive mental health tool available on mobile devices through the Play Store. It allows users to connect with specialists anonymously to benefit from their expertise.
The Jordanian Lutheran Charity Union, in collaboration with the Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women's Studies, held an awareness-raising session on women's economic rights, presented by the advocacy team to a group of female university students. This session was part of the "Human Rights-Based Approach from Local to Global" project, which is being implemented by the Lutheran Union in cooperation with the center.
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.
The second day of the training programme for women academics from various Jordanian universities is taking place on "Training of trainers" within the project "Training of women academics in partisan work in universities", which is being implemented by masarat in cooperation with the King Abdullah II Fund for Development. King Abdullah II Fund for Development (KAFD)
The Princess Basma Center for Jordanian Women’s Studies at Yarmouk University is an academic and research center dedicated to women’s empowerment. It conducts studies and training programs, supports national policies, and promotes women’s participation through local and international partnerships.