Jordan sees decline in beggars and traffic light committees
Jordan faces the phenomenon of begging as a negative social issue with economic, security, and humanitarian dimensions. The Ministry of Social Development works to reduce this phenomenon through 27 anti-begging committees, distributed across various regions and operating in collaboration with the Public Security Directorate. Operations are carried out through field patrols at traffic signals, public places, and gathering spots, involving the apprehension of adults and referring them to the judiciary. Children under 18 are treated as victims and are transferred to care centers where psychological and social support is provided, along with studies into the reasons behind their begging within their families. Despite a shortage of personnel, the committees are strengthened during peak seasons and in hot spots. The ministry has observed a decline in the number of beggars and related reports, although these numbers are influenced by the summer holiday period. It is worth noting that assigning a dedicated committee at each traffic signal is challenging due to logistical constraints.
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