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Future Focused, Impact Driven For 21 years, BDC has been at the forefront of economic development and entrepreneurship Know More Skills for Employment Our foundation is built on three core pillars: sustainability, innovation, and development. Know More Empowering Communities This figure embodies our endless evolution, represented by a continuous spiral of progress. Know More Future Focused, Impact Driven For 21 years, BDC has been at the forefront of economic development and entrepreneurship Know More Skills for Employment Our foundation is built on three core pillars: sustainability, innovation, and development. Know More Empowering Communities This figure embodies our endless evolution, represented by a continuous spiral of progress. Know More Future Focused, Impact Driven For 21 years, BDC has been at the forefront of economic development and entrepreneurship Know More

Who We Are?

BDC is a Jordanian non-profit organization dedicated to fostering job creation and enterprise development in Jordan and the Arab region. Founded by H.E. Mr. Nayef Stetieh in 2004, BDC serves as a national and regional resource and has led a range of multi-million-dinar development initiatives, with consideration of the Sustainable Development Goals SDGs.

Since its establishment, BDC has provided training, learning, and mentorship services, built partnerships with the private and public sectors, and delivered technical assistance services. BDC’s programs and services are grounded in human-centered solutions, tangible impact, and sustainability.

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BDC’s Impact – Business Development and Employment

Maharat

Maharat (Skills for Employment) focuses on supporting young people’s personal development, strengthening their self-confidence, and enhancing their employability. The program helps participants build clearer career pathways by equipping them with essential personal and professional skills aligned with labor market needs.

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Inhad

The National Self-Employment Program for SMEs, “Inhad is UNICEF-supported program” implemented by BDC across all Jordanian governorates (2020-2026). The program works with national partners, including IRADA and Jordanian commercial and Islamic banks led by the Central Bank of Jordan, the Association of Banks in Jordan…

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AZEM OJT

AZEM OJT supports young job seekers’ transition to work through a demand-driven pathway: outreach and selection, Maharat-based employability training, then on-the-job vocational training placements with local companies. The program provides career guidance and job-matching support…

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AZEM

Azem project was initially developed as an emergency response, and later evolved into an approach that supports longer-term sustainability and local economic resilience By engaging Community-Based Organizations CBOs, Micro And Small Enterprises MSEs and Home-Based Business HBBs owners…

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ISSA

The “Rollout of Job Search Clubs Programme” aimed to introduce the Job Search Clubs JSC methodology to address youth unemployment. The project engages 2600 young job seekers (Jordanians, Syrian refugees, and non-Jordanians) through 90 Job Search Clubs implemented across all Jordanian governorates…

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Tariqi

The Tariqi Project is dedicated to empowering Jordanian youth by enhancing their competitiveness and employability in various sectors aligned with current labor market demands. The project equips young Jordanians with essential soft skills and technical to support their entry into the Jordanian labor market.

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What We Do?

Innovate

Progress starts with bold ideas. At BDC, we champion creativity, support startups, and challenge conventional thinking—because transformative solutions begin with those willing to take risks and rethink the future.

Develop

We invest in communities. Through entrepreneurship support, capacity building, and community-based initiatives, we strengthen economic resilience and unlock opportunities across Jordan.

Sustain

Lasting change requires lasting commitment. We equip youth with the tools, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive today and for generations to come.

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Milestones That Reflect Our Impact and Dedication

With a robust international presence, BDC collaborates with partners from Europe, the US, and Canada, implementing employment, entrepreneurship, and vocational programs across Jordan, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai’s public and private sectors.

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Tareeqi Graduation

Celebrating the success of our Tariqi program graduates. Some exciting moments of learning, where young men and young women shared…
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Inhad Youth Program

Empowering youth through leadership and skills development initiatives. In Al-Qweismeh, we joined youth in a hands-on “Micro Business Game” training,…
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GJU Essa

Showcasing innovation and collaboration with the German Jordanian University GJU’s impactful project and graduation. GJU, in collaboration with the BDC,…

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