AMMAN — The
Ministry of Environment in Jordan unveiled a new
$6 million project titled "Creating sustainable green jobs for refugees
and host communities through the green economy in Jordan".
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Launched in cooperation with the
Korean Embassy and
implemented by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), the initiative aims to
empower vulnerable groups by providing employment opportunities in the green
economy.
The project received a grant from the
Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in Jordan, according to the Jordan News Agency,
Petra.
The launching ceremony was attended by several notable
figures, including Minister of Environment Muawieh Radaideh; South Korean
Ambassador to the Kingdom Kim Dong-gi; KOICA Country Director DongSung SEO;
GGGI Resident Representative Christophe Assicot; President of the Technical and
Vocational Skills Development Commission Raghda Faouri; and representatives
from relevant ministries.
Targeting unemployment and environmental challenges
The project's primary focus is to enhance employment
possibilities within the green economy for Jordanian women, youth, and
refugees.
The green economy sector is recognized for its high
potential to provide suitable job opportunities and promote sustainable growth.
In his speech, Minister Radaideh emphasized the significant
environmental challenges faced by Jordan, including climate change,
desertification, and water scarcity, which pose threats to the country's
natural resources and have economic and social consequences.
Unemployment as an obstacle
Radaideh highlighted the pressing issue of high unemployment rates, particularly among youth, women, and refugees, which poses a major
hindrance to economic development.
He emphasized the importance of promoting green
entrepreneurship and creating green jobs as an innovative approach to tackle
the unemployment challenge.
Such initiatives also contribute to global efforts in
mitigating climate change and fostering sustainable development, aligning with
the potential of the green economy.
Empowering vulnerable groups
Radaideh stressed the significance of equipping refugees and
host communities with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources to
establish their own green businesses and secure decent jobs within the green
economy.
These efforts are crucial for providing opportunities to the
most vulnerable and marginalized groups.
The project strongly aligns with Jordan's Green Growth National Action Plan 2021–2025 and
supports the Economic Modernization Vision and its green growth roadmap.
It aims to create new green job opportunities, enhance green
skills among job seekers, and support the transformation of micro and small
enterprises towards sustainability.
Acknowledging Royal directives and global initiatives
Minister Radaideh attributed all the achievements in the
environmental sector and the green economy to the Royal directives, culminating
in the launch of the Climate/Refugee Nexus Initiative by His Majesty King Abdullah during his participation in the Sharm el-Sheikh COP-27 summit.
This global initiative garnered approval and interest from a
significant number of participating countries.
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