Nehal Fayez works at the Soap House located within the Ajloun Forest Reserve, where she hand crafts soap from 100% locally sourced olive oil. With the encouragement of her husband and family, the 29 year old mother of three started work there in 2007 and has not once regretted her decision. “I am very happy with my accomplishments and my work at RSCN’s Soap House.

It’s the best job ever!” Nehal believes that being financially independent is really important in order not to be a burden on society. The Soap House is located in the remote mountain village of Orjan and is reliant mostly on agriculture from its orchards that produce olives, grapes and other fruit. By introducing eco-tourism to the area, Wild Jordan is helping to create jobs as well as raise awareness about the importance of conserving the area’s natural habitat. Since working at the Soap House, Nehal has gained confidence and ambition. “I want to be a well-known and respected woman in my community, and a member of my town’s municipality council.”