JSDCBD was established in May. 1990, based on the recommendation the permanent committee for desertification control adopted by the league of Arab countries, JSDCBD is anon-profit, non-government society, specialized in studies and researches related to desertification phenomenon and the suggested solutions. Also prepare cultural and informative enlightenment programs and work on serious participation for the growth and development of Badia via executing projects.

Society membership in the local and international organizations for the environment protection and desertification control.
1. Member in the higher council for environment protection
2. Member in the NGO`s national committee related to the international union for conservation of nature IUCN
3. Member in the Arab NGO net work for environment and development. Cairo –Egypt.
4. Member in the international union for conservation of nature IUCN
5. Member in the RIOD network.
6. A focal point for the society for conservation & protection of environment SCOPE.
7. Member in the society for Jordanian libraries Amman, Jordan.
8. Member in the Mediterranean information office for environment, culture and sustainable development MIO.

The society committee:
- general assembly (GA):
Consisted of all the active members who have paid the fees.
- Administrative committee:
The AC consists of all members, selected by the GA for two years effective the date of elections.