disaster
Jordan: The Fatherhood Programme challenging gender norms
By UN Women at ReliefWeb
· June 18, 2026
· 6 min read
Countries: Jordan, Egypt, Morocco . Through social activities, mentorship, and peer support, these fathers have discovered the transformative power of being more engaged in care work: Couples who participate are reporting less gender inequality in how they spend their time – translating into more fr
Key takeaway Strengthening the bonds between husband and wife, and father and daughter Mamoun Saleh, a 55-year-old father of two daughters and two sons in Jordan, once viewed childcare and household chores as his wife’s responsibilities.
Why this matters
The Fatherhood Programme's impact in Jordan highlights the potential for faith-based and community organizations to drive social change by challenging traditional gender norms. By promoting greater involvement of fathers in care work, the programme is not only strengthening family bonds but also contributing to a more equitable distribution of responsibilities within households. This, in turn, is enabling mothers to pursue their own interests and endeavors, such as small-business projects, and fostering a more supportive environment for children. The programme's success in Jordan, as well as in other countries like Egypt and Morocco, suggests that similar initiatives could be effective in other regions where traditional gender roles are prevalent. As the programme continues to grow and expand, it will be important to track its long-term effects on family dynamics and community development, particularly in areas where humanitarian relief efforts are underway.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 6 min
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