Efforts to address street begging shortage
The Ministry of Social Development in Jordan collaborates with its partners, especially the Public Security Directorate, to combat the phenomenon of begging, which is considered socially, economically, and security-wise negative. Field patrols are carried out by 27 committees distributed across various regions of the kingdom to apprehend beggars, with a focus on adults and minors. Minors under the age of 18 are treated as victims and are referred to care centers where psychological and social support is provided, while adults are prosecuted through legal procedures. The program suffers from a shortage of staff, although the committees work intensively, especially during peak seasons and in hotspots. There has also been a recent decrease in the number of beggars and reports.
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