Published Progress – SDG10

Public reporting on university progress and performance related to SDG10 (Reduced Inequalities).

Introduction

Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) demonstrates an institution-wide commitment to social inclusion, equity, and the reduction of inequalities in line with SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities. The University ensures that education, employment, and community services remain accessible to all – irrespective of gender, disability, nationality, or socioeconomic status – while maintaining transparent reporting on progress and measurable outcomes.

Through the Sustainability and International Ranking Center (SIRC), Deanship of Student Affairs, Women’s Health Center, Hearing and Speech Center, and AAU Center for Consultations and Psychological Care, AAU collects, verifies, and publishes inclusion-related data annually through the Sustainability Portal and Annual Sustainability Report.

Between 2023 and 2025, AAU recorded major achievements:

expanding outreach and support for refugees, people with disabilities, and first-generation students,

implementing inclusive education policies and accessible digital platforms,

increasing female participation across academic and leadership positions, and

publicly disclosing all related initiatives via reports, news, and sustainability dashboards.

This transparent model ensures that AAU’s commitment to equality is both evidence-based and externally verifiable, aligning with UN SDG 10 targets (10.2 – 10.4) and Jordan’s National Strategy for Human Rights (2022 – 2030).

Centers and Departments

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01Sustainability and International Ranking Center (SIRC)

Coordinates SDG data, ensures accuracy, and oversees public reporting. Publishes annual inclusion, equity, and participation indicators.

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02Deanship of Student Affairs

Implements social-inclusion programs for students. Publishes community-service and volunteerism outcomes.

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03Women’s Health Center

Promotes gender equality and women’s empowerment. Reports public campaigns and training activities.

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04Hearing and Speech Center

Provides rehabilitation and support services for persons with disabilities. Publishes accessibility and support data.

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05AAU Center for Consultations and Psychological Care

Delivers mental health and social support to vulnerable groups. Reports counseling and community program statistics.

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06Human Resources and Institutional Development Unit

Enforces non-discrimination and equal opportunity policies for staff. Discloses gender and diversity employment data

Activities

01AAU Sustainability Report 2024 – 2025

AAU’s Sustainability Report 2024 – 2025 presents transparent data on inclusion, gender balance, and accessibility initiatives. It details programs for refugees, students with disabilities, and marginalized communities, demonstrating progress toward SDG 10 and SDG 17.

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02Executive Sustainability Report (SDG 10 Section) 2024–2025

The Executive Report summarizes AAU’s institutional achievements in social equity and reduced inequalities, including research on vulnerable groups and public policy engagement. It ensures openness and accountability in alignment with SDG 10 targets (10.2–10.4).

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03AAU – Al Hussein Society Partnership for Training and Inclusion

AAU signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Al Hussein Society for Training and Inclusion to advance education and skills training for persons with disabilities. This collaboration enhances inclusivity in higher education and employment opportunities while being publicly reported under SDG 10 and SDG 17.

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04AAU Women’s Health Center – Community Empowerment Programs

The Women’s Health Center organizes awareness campaigns, medical outreach, and training for vulnerable women and rural communities. Its programs address health inequalities and empower marginalized groups, with results publicly shared on AAU’s news portal and reports supporting SDG 10 and SDG 5.

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05AAU Participation in World Alzheimer’s Day and Inclusive Health Campaigns

The Faculty of Nursing and Women’s Health Center participated in World Alzheimer’s Day and related community events to raise awareness on elderly care and social integration. These activities reflect AAU’s inclusive approach to health and social equity under SDG 10 and SDG 3.

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06AAU Participation in Parliamentary Committee on Youth and Political Empowerment

AAU leaders participated in a national meeting on youth political empowerment organized by the Jordanian Parliamentary Committee on Youth, Sports, and Culture. This engagement supports policy dialogue for inclusive representation and reducing inequalities in decision-making aligned with SDG 10 and SDG 16.

Impact Evaluation & Development Plan

Performance Evaluation

Inclusive Education Policy: AAU implements a university-wide inclusion framework guaranteeing equal access to admissions, scholarships, and student services. Support for Vulnerable Groups: The Hearing and Speech Center and the Center for Psychological Care provide specialized services for persons with disabilities and students from marginalized communities. Gender and Equity Progress: The Women’s Health Center and HR policies ensure gender-balanced participation in teaching, research, and leadership roles. Community Outreach and Empowerment: AAU regularly conducts free awareness campaigns, medical visits, and social-integration programs in collaboration with NGOs and local organizations. Transparent Reporting: Data are systematically compiled by SIRC, validated by the University Presidency, and published through the Sustainability Portal and Annual Reports for full transparency.
Development Actions
Action 1: AAU Inclusive Research Cluster (2025 – 2028), Strengthen interdisciplinary research on social inclusion and equity, Launch 2026; publish 5 studies per year. Action 2: Regional Equity Fellowship Program (2025 – 2028), Support young researchers studying refugee inclusion and gender equality, 10 fellows annually; public database of outputs. Action 3: Accessibility Digital Audit (2025 – 2028), Review accessibility of all campus buildings and online platforms, 100 % compliance by 2027. Action 4: Equity Impact Database (2025 – 2028), Collect and publish annual data on equity and participation indicators, Live dashboard by 2026. Action 5: First-Generation Support Program (2025 – 2028), Expand financial and academic support for first-generation students, 20 % increase in beneficiaries by 2028.
Benchmarking & Best Practice
AAU benchmarks its inclusion and equity framework against University College London (UK), University of Melbourne (Australia), and American University of Beirut (Lebanon) global leaders in SDG 10 implementation. Adopted Practices:
- Public disclosure of diversity and inclusion data.
- Integration of equity indicators into research and staff evaluation systems.
- Cross-sector collaboration with NGOs and community institutions.
Localization: Aligned with Jordan’s Higher Education Strategy (2023 – 2030) and the National Disability Inclusion Plan, ensuring impact on local social equity. Future Goal (by 2028): Launch the AAU Social Inclusion Observatory to monitor, evaluate, and publish regional data on inequality reduction in higher education. Institutional Integration Summary At Al-Ahliyya Amman University, the implementation and reporting of SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities are governed through an inclusive framework integrating academic, administrative, and community units under the supervision of the Sustainability and International Ranking Center (SIRC). The Deanship of Student Affairs, Women’s Health Center, Hearing and Speech Center, and Center for Consultations and Psychological Care collect quantitative and qualitative data on equity, accessibility, and participation. SIRC verifies these datasets for accuracy and submits them to the University Presidency for final approval and publication through AAU’s Sustainability Portal, Annual Sustainability Report, and Executive Summaries. This process ensures that AAU’s social-equity initiatives are evidence-based, externally verifiable, and publicly accessible, in alignment with UN SDG 10 targets (10.2–10.4) and Jordan’s Human Rights and Inclusion Strategies. By embedding inclusivity within its core institutional governance, AAU fosters a campus culture that champions diversity, equity, and equal opportunity, directly advancing SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).