What It’s Like To Be a female Women’s Rights Activist in Jordan, but progress is being made

Good news!

Caveat: I did not read the whole article!

"... Social, economic, and cultural barriers continue to impact women’s lives in Jordan, but a new generation is increasingly emboldened to challenge patriarchal norms. Activists like Sumreen have noticed the shift as stronger laws, greater representation, and a deeper understanding of women’s rights reshape society. ...

Recent breakthroughs have eased restrictions and opened up opportunities for Jordanian women and girls. In particular, the updated Law on Protection from Domestic Violence in 2017, which established a family protection department to handle complaints and brought about the long-demanded repeal of Penal Code Article 308, allowing rapists to escape punishment by marrying their victims.

A rise in female political representation is helping to drive these reforms. Increased quotas [???] ensure more seats for women in Parliament and local councils, with almost 20 percent of parliamentary seats held by women in the 2024 elections.

This is only slightly above the regional average and significantly lower than in countries like the UAE, where women hold 50 percent of seats, but it’s part of a wider shift as more Jordanian women participate in the political process. ..."

What It’s Like To Be a Women’s Rights Activist in Jordan "After two decades on the front lines of women’s rights in Jordan, Areej Sumreen is witnessing a long-awaited shift driven by a new generation of young women unafraid to claim their place."