Outcome JOR_D_1.1

Enhanced accountability and responsiveness of Jordanian institutions and their partners, and, especially women youth are increasingly and meaningfully involved in policy choices and decisions that affect their lives

Progress towards the achievement of the outcome is on track. The Government of Jordan and official institutions demonstrated increased accountability to gender responsive policies and plans. This has been evident through their endorsement of a number of national plans and mechanisms that were developed in a participatory approach. Women from different governorates, young females and women with disabilities participated in the development of these plans and mechanisms and ensured that their needs were reflected. This included the IMC's endorsement of the Jordanian National Action Plan on the implementation of UNSCR 1325 on Women Peace and Security, the GBD's endorsement of the gender responsive budgeting approach, methodology and tools which reflects increased commitment to utilize efficient financial allocations to better adhere to GEWE obligations and priorities, in addition to the IEC's increased accountability and commitment to the principles of inclusive electoral processes with specific attention to creating an enabling environment for women’s effective engagement in elections and political parties. UN Women intends to leverage its support to national partners in the field of gender-responsive governance, especially after the institutionalization of this program through successful resource mobilization efforts of JCO.

Enhanced accountability and responsiveness of Jordanian institutions and their partners, and, especially women youth are increasingly and meaningfully involved in policy choices and decisions that affect their lives

UN Women has significantly contributed to enhancing the accountability and responsiveness of Jordanian institutions, ensuring that women and youth are increasingly and meaningfully involved in policy choices and decisions that affect their lives. During the reporting period, UN Women supported the institutionalization of Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) through technical assistance to the General Budget Department (GBD) and strategic partnerships with the Jordanian National Commission for Women (JNCW). These efforts culminated in the issuance of the Prime Minister's Budget Circular No. (17) for 2025, mandating government entities to integrate gender considerations into budget submissions and prioritize programs addressing gender equality. As a result, gender-sensitive performance indicators were successfully embedded in the budget chapters of four pilot ministries, marking a significant milestone in institutionalizing GRB and reflecting a commitment to gender-inclusive resource allocation and governance . Additionally, UN Women facilitated the development of a comprehensive General Framework with the Independent Election Commission (IEC), which institutionalized gender equality and women’s empowerment priorities in election management processes. This inclusive framework engaged 140 diverse stakeholders and established a replicable model for promoting gender balance in decision-making institutions.