Seeds of Innovation: Unpacking What It Takes to Move Agricultural Ideas into Action
Another special edition of #Thoughtcast in Jordan with the agriculture community.
Beyond Agricultural Challenges: Exploring the Realities Shaping Agriculture in Jordan
On 18 June 2026, we hosted a special edition of our Thoughtcast series in Irbid, Jordan, under the theme “Beyond Agricultural Challenges: Exploring the Realities Shaping Agriculture in Jordan.” The session was organised in collaboration with Rahma Foundation.
Unpacking Agricultural Challenges: From Field Realities to Shared Understanding
On Tuesday, 5 May 2026, the Response Innovation Lab (RIL) hosted a special edition of its Thoughtcast series in Amman, focusing on analysing challenges within the agricultural sector as an entry point for developing practical, context-driven solutions. The session brought together stakeholders from across the agricultural ecosystem for a more targeted and focused discussion.
Big Ideas, Hard Realities: Youth Perspectives on Innovation in Crisis Contexts
On Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the Response Innovation Lab (RIL) hosted a Thoughtcast session in Amman, Jordan, bringing together Lazord Fellows for a reflective discussion on how innovation is understood and practiced in crisis contexts through youth perspectives. The session created a space for young professionals working across humanitarian response, refugee support, youth empowerment, healthcare, and education to exchange insights drawn from their professional experiences and engagement with crisis-affected communities.
Smarter Humanitarian Impact: Rethinking Local Approaches to Cost-Effective Change in Jordan
Jordan’s humanitarian landscape is under growing pressure, with rising needs, shrinking funding, and a continued reliance on short-term interventions. In this context, finding ways to deliver impact more efficiently, locally, and sustainably has become increasingly urgent.
Thoughtcast No.2 in Jordan: on Duplication of Efforts in the NGOs and Innovation Space
The second event of our Thoughtcast series took place on October 27 in Jordan! During the gathering, the participants discussed the duplication of efforts and explored the challenges within the impact ecosystem.
First “Thoughtcast” In-person Event in Jordan
Together with Majlisna - Civic Jordan, we successfully hosted our first Thoughtcast session in Jordan to discuss what NGOs need from entrepreneurs and what entrepreneurs can offer. We welcomed participants from international and local NGOs, social business, academia, and tech and innovation sectors for fruitful exchanges!
In-person Gathering in Jordan on Aug 31, 2024
Together with Majlisna - Civic Jordan, our first Thoughtcast session, "Bridging the Gap: What NGOs Need from Entrepreneurs and What Entrepreneurs Can Offer”, is happening this Saturday the 31st of August!