Sawiyan, which means “TOGETHER” in Arabic or "To come together, to meet your fellow man on the same level, to cultivate community or equality” started as a grassroots community development initiative in early 2016 after the mass deportation of Sudanese refugees from Jordan. Sawiyan functioned as a registered entity officially from February 2018 until December 2021. The main aim of the initiative is to: create a safe space for community development initiatives for minority refugees (Sudanese, Somali, Yemeni); engage in research and publish reports that give voice to the community; and advocate for the respect of rights of our community with decision makers (donors and government). Sawiyan’s network of volunteers, partners, and allies enables it to continue its community initiatives voluntarily after de-registering.