About

A bridge between the Middle East and the world

Our Story

New River Center

New River Center is a licensed nonprofit organization in the United States. It works in close cooperation with its sister organization in Jordan — Al-Nahr Al-Jadeed for Professional Development (النهر الجديد للتطوير المهني).

This institutional structure enables the Center to operate between the United States and the Middle East, and to develop programs and partnerships of regional and international scope. Through its institutional presence in the United States and its operational partnership in Jordan, the Center works as a bridge between communities, institutions, and expertise across the Middle East, the United States, and the international community.

Our Mission

To empower individuals and institutions and build bridges of regional and international dialogue and cooperation through programs in leadership, youth development, capacity building, dialogue, knowledge exchange, and strategic partnerships.

Our Vision

A more stable, cooperative, and prosperous region, led by individuals and institutions with the knowledge, capacity, and networks to create positive, sustainable change.

Our Values

What guides our work

Dialogue

The foundation for understanding differences and building trust.

Cooperation

Building partnerships among individuals, institutions, and communities.

Youth Empowerment

Investing in the skills, knowledge, and networks of emerging leaders.

Professionalism

The highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and quality.

Innovation

New tools and methods to address contemporary challenges.

Sustainability

Impact that outlasts individual projects and activities.

Our Presence

United States & Jordan

New River Foundation — United States

A nonprofit licensed in the United States, representing the Center's international platform, relationships, partnerships, and cross-border programs.

Al-Nahr Al-Jadeed — Jordan

The sister organization in Jordan, serving as the regional base for programs, activities, and relationships across the Middle East.