AYAT HARB, JORDANIAN POLICE OFFICER: “I WANT TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF OTHER WOMEN, ESPECIALLY THE MOST VULNERABLE”

It takes a strong woman, determined to make a difference, to leave two children and family behind to become a peacekeeper serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Fortunately for everyone involved, Ayat Harb from Jordan is exactly that.

Deciding to become a Blue Helmet far away from home was harder, however. It took a bit of convincing by Jordanian police colleagues who had already served to make the leap of faith.

“My family was definitely concerned about my deployment, but I could tell from others who have been away on similar tour of duties that it would be an invaluable experience that I wouldn’t want to be without. So far, I have not had any regrets.”