Jordan Daily – The Government of Ireland, through Irish Aid, has announced a contribution of €1,000,000 to UNICEF to support its humanitarian action plan for children in Jordan.
The funding will help address the urgent needs of vulnerable children and families, in line with the Jordan Humanitarian Response Plan, the UN agency said in a statement received by Jordan Daily.
This latest contribution reflects Ireland’s continued commitment to supporting the rights and well-being of children. This flexible funding from Ireland enables UNICEF to direct resources where they’re needed most, ensuring timely and effective response to emerging needs.
With this support, UNICEF will be able to provide critical interventions in multiple sectors as required, to ensure that the most vulnerable children and families receive the assistance they need.
“We are grateful to the Government of Ireland for our continued partnership and their generous support,” said Shairose Mawji, Officer in Charge, UNICEF Jordan. “This contribution comes at a critical time, enabling UNICEF to continue supporting the provision of essential services to vulnerable children and their families.”
“Ireland continues to recognize the positive role which Jordan has consistently played in responding to the Syria crisis, particularly through its enormous generosity in hosting Syrian refugees.” Said Marianne Bolger, Ambassador of Ireland to Jordan. “Over many years and, in particular, the past nine months, we have all been inspired by the resilience of the Syrian people as they strive for a peaceful and inclusive future for their country.”
“Ireland will continue to play its part in supporting this transition, including through maintaining the level of our funding for the Syria crisis in 2025 at over €21 million. As part of this support, I am very pleased that we have been able to continue our partnership with UNICEF Jordan in 2025 with this new grant of €1 million. Today’s announcement comes in addition to Ireland’s recent funding commitment of €7.7 million in core support to UNICEF’s work globally”. She added.
UNICEF continues to work in close collaboration with the Government of Jordan, partners, and the international community to address the immediate and long-term needs of children across the country, the statement said.
