Rania Kanjam Mohammad Al-Hayouk is a Jordanian women’s rights advocate and development professional with extensive experience in civil society leadership, gender equality, and human rights. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the National Association for Family Empowerment in Jordan, where she leads strategic initiatives aimed at empowering women, youth, and vulnerable communities across the country.
Rania has a strong track record in managing and implementing development programs, having overseen more than 20 national projects focused on enhancing women’s participation in public, private, and digital spheres. Her work centers on strengthening women’s leadership, promoting inclusive development, and advancing community resilience.
Throughout her career, Rania has collaborated with numerous international and regional organizations, contributing to initiatives that support gender justice, social inclusion, and sustainable development. Her leadership and commitment have led to her being selected among 1,000 distinguished women leaders, representing Jordan in several international and national forums focused on women’s empowerment and leadership.
Rania previously served as Deputy Secretary-General of the Jordanian National Women’s Gathering, where she played a key role in advancing advocacy efforts for women’s rights and policy engagement.
She is actively involved in national advocacy platforms, serving as a member of the National Coalition for the Implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325, President of the Jordanian Forum for the Implementation of Resolution 1325, and President of the National Protection Coalition in Jordan.
Through her work, Rania continues to champion women’s leadership, human rights, and inclusive participation in decision-making processes at the national and international levels.

Participant in: August 2019 Fellowship: The Arts as a Tool for Peacebuilding