Embedding Social Justice in Jordan’s Economic Modernisation Vision – A Rights-Based Analysis

Social justice principles are commonly adopted in the design and implementation of strategies and projects undertaken by humanitarian actors, including NGOs, civil society, and advocacy groups. However, they are rarely incorporated as a primary lens into economic and governmental reform strategies. This paper looks at the Economic Modernisation Vision’s implementation plan and argues that incorporating social justice principles as an additional driver would accelerate the achievement of its objectives of economic growth and a better quality of life, while ensuring that Jordan has more inclusive economic growth and participation within its implementation plan. The paper offers a rights-based analysis focusing on three groups, namely women, PWDs, and refugees, to examine their rights and freedoms as protected under human rights instruments.