Occupational Safety and Labor Rights for Prosthetists and Orthotists in Jordan

Lina Albandak Introduction Prosthetists and orthotists play a crucial role in healthcare by designing and fitting prosthetic limbs and orthopedic braces for individuals with disabilities. Despite their essential role, their profession remains largely overlooked in terms of occupational safety and labor rights in Jordan. These professionals often work in hazardous conditions, exposed to toxic chemicals,…

A Readout to the Syria’s Neighboring Countries Meeting/ Amman, March 2025

Amman, hosted the inaugural meeting of “Syria and Neighboring Countries Group”, with delegations from all of Syria’s surrounding countries—Turkey, Iraq, and Lebanon—participating. This meeting took place amidst a series of regional and international discussions concerning Syria’s post-Assad future. After 14 years of relative diplomatic isolation, the new Damascus has now engaged in foundational dialogues aimed…