The Yemen International Agency for Development signed today a partnership and cooperation agreement with Noor Al-Ibda’a Foundation for Development in Abyan Governorate, as part of efforts to strengthen institutional partnerships and support joint development initiatives.

The agreement was signed on behalf of Noor Al-Ibda’a Foundation for Development by its Chairman, Mr. Osama Mohammed Sameeh, and on behalf of the Yemen International Agency for Development by its Executive Director, Dr. Abdulsalam Al-Sallami, in the presence of the Agency’s Director of Programs, Director of Partnerships and Fundraising, and a number of specialists from both sides.

The agreement aims to enhance cooperation in development and humanitarian fields, promote the exchange of expertise, and implement joint programs and projects that contribute to community service and the achievement of sustainable development, based on principles of transparency and institutional work.

Both parties emphasized the importance of this partnership in unifying efforts and expanding the scope of joint action, thereby strengthening development impact and supporting the achievement of the strategic objectives of both institutions.

The signing of this agreement comes within the Yemen International Agency for Development’s approach to building effective partnerships with national institutions, supporting the development process, and reinforcing the role of institutional work within the community.

This step reaffirms the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to building strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve community development and growth.

The Professional Accreditation Center for workers seeking employment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was officially launched in Marib Governorate. The center is implemented by the YAD Academy for Business Development, affiliated with the Yemen International Agency for Development, as part of efforts to regulate the labor market and enhance professional competencies in accordance with the standards approved by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, in cooperation with Alem Al-Injaz Training and Education Company.

The center aims to conduct professional examinations and assessments for skilled workers seeking employment in Saudi Arabia, ensuring that applicants possess the required professional competencies. YAD Academy is recognized as an authorized and accredited center to conduct professional tests and evaluations under this program.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by several official and academic leaders, including Jamal Al-Jaafari, Director General of Training and Rehabilitation in Marib Governorate; Abdulhalim Al-Hijri, Director General of Technical Education at Sana’a Municipality; and Abbas Abdulmagni, Director General of Social Affairs at Sana’a Municipality.

The event was also attended by Dr. Abdulsalam Al-Sallami, Director of the Yemen International Agency for Development; Dr. Mohammed Ali Omar, Director of YAD Academy for Business Development; and Mohammed Ali Al-Kenani, representative of Alem Al-Injaz Training and Education Company.

Participants emphasized the importance of the program in improving the quality of migrant labor, enhancing access to safe and legal employment opportunities, protecting workers’ rights, and raising professional efficiency in alignment with the requirements of the Saudi labor market.

This initiative comes as part of a series of development programs implemented by the Yemen International Agency for Development through its educational and training arms, supporting human development pathways and strengthening professional capacities in Yemen.

This initiative also reaffirms the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to building strategic partnerships with various institutions and expanding cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve community development.

The Talented Care Program continues to implement the Strategic Planning Diploma for Young Leaders as part of its ongoing efforts to prepare young leaders and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to actively participate in managing community and development initiatives and projects.

The diploma is implemented in cooperation with the Strategic Thinking Group Association, within a partnership aimed at strengthening the leadership capacities of talented youth and preparing them to assume influential roles within their communities, in line with current developmental needs and challenges.

The program includes a series of specialized training sessions in strategic thinking, strategic planning, and decision-making, delivered by Professor Mohammed Hussein Abu Saleh, Professor of Strategic Planning. The sessions focus on building a practical and in-depth understanding of strategic leadership concepts and linking them to real-world applications in institutional and community work.

The diploma aims to develop participants’ abilities to analyze reality, anticipate the future, design effective strategic plans, and make sound decisions, contributing to the preparation of young leaders capable of managing projects efficiently and creating sustainable impact across various fields.

This program comes as part of a set of high-quality initiatives implemented by the Talented Care Program, which seeks to develop the academic and leadership capacities of talented students and enhance their readiness to engage in leadership and development pathways, contributing to the building of an aware generation equipped with planning tools and positive societal influence.

The Yemen International Agency for Development implemented the Winter Bag Project for Children in Al-Suwayda Camp in the city of Marib, as part of its humanitarian interventions aimed at protecting children from the harsh winter conditions and alleviating their suffering amid the difficult living circumstances faced by displaced families.

The project aims to provide essential winter supplies for children, contributing to enhanced feelings of safety and warmth, and reducing health risks associated with low temperatures—particularly in camps suffering from fragile shelter conditions and limited resources.

The project was carried out in coordination and under the supervision of Shelter Clusters Yemen, and in the presence of Mr. Mohammed Al-Adeeb, Shelter Cluster Coordinator in Marib Governorate, and Mr. Arafat Al-Sabbari, Shelter Cluster Officer at the Executive Unit. This reflects the importance of integration and coordination among humanitarian actors to ensure assistance reaches those most in need in accordance with approved standards.

The Yemen International Agency for Development confirmed that the Winter Bag Project is part of a package of seasonal interventions designed to protect the most vulnerable groups, particularly children, contributing to improved living conditions and supporting their psychological and physical stability during the winter season.

This project reflects the agency’s ongoing commitment to implementing humanitarian programs that respond to the urgent needs of displaced populations, uphold human dignity, and help mitigate the impacts of the escalating humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

The Yemen International Agency for Development implemented the Cash Sponsorship Project for Orphans, benefiting 150 orphans during the period from May to August 2025, with generous funding from Al-Firdaws Charity – France, as part of its humanitarian interventions aimed at supporting the most vulnerable groups and alleviating the living burdens faced by orphaned families in Yemen.

The project aims to provide direct cash assistance to help meet the basic needs of orphans and their families, while enhancing their ability to cope with severe economic conditions amid the ongoing humanitarian challenges in the country.

The Yemen International Agency for Development affirmed that the Cash Sponsorship Project represents a vital intervention focused on improving the living standards of orphans and ensuring a degree of social and economic stability for their families, positively impacting the educational and psychological well-being of beneficiary children.

The implementation of this project aligns with the Agency’s vision to expand social protection programs and strengthen sustainable support mechanisms for vulnerable groups, in partnership with donors and humanitarian organizations, ensuring aid reaches its intended beneficiaries in accordance with transparent humanitarian standards.

The Agency also expressed its appreciation to Al-Firdaws Charity – France, noting that this partnership contributes to strengthening humanitarian response efforts, empowering orphans, and building a safer and more stable future for them and their families.

This project reflects the Yemen International Agency for Development’s ongoing commitment to implementing people-centered humanitarian programs that generate tangible and sustainable impact in affected communities.

The Yemen International Agency for Development launched the Cash Incentives Project for Teachers in Displaced Communities for the 2025–2026 academic year, as part of its ongoing efforts to support the education sector and enhance the stability of educational staff in displacement-affected areas of Marib Governorate.

The project is implemented with funding from the Malaysian humanitarian organization MyCare, under the supervision of Insan Development and Relief Association – Malaysia, and in coordination with the Marib Office of Education and the Education Cluster, reflecting strong collaboration between local and international partners to support the education sector.

The project aims to provide cash incentives to teachers working in displaced communities, contributing to their livelihood stability and motivating them to continue delivering their educational mission despite the economic and humanitarian challenges faced by these communities.

The Yemen International Agency for Development emphasized that supporting teachers is a fundamental pillar for ensuring the continuity of education, reducing staff attrition, and fostering a stable learning environment that enables students to continue their education under improved conditions.

This project is part of a series of educational interventions implemented by the agency, aligned with its vision of education as a key pillar of sustainable development, and its commitment to building effective partnerships that serve communities and promote their development.

The initiative also reaffirms the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to establishing strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding cooperation to achieve shared goals that contribute to community service and development.

The Yemen International Agency for Development has launched the first phase of the Mulhim School Project, marked by the commencement of preparatory works and technical planning, signaling the start of implementing one of the educational projects aimed at strengthening educational infrastructure and expanding access to education.

The project comes in response to the growing need for educational facilities and seeks to provide a modern and safe learning environment capable of accommodating increasing numbers of students. It also aims to enhance the quality of the educational process and support educational stability in the area.

The Mulhim School Project is funded by the Mulhim Team and implemented by the Yemen International Agency for Development, within a development partnership that seeks to invest in the education sector as a key pillar of sustainable development and to build a better future for upcoming generations.

The Yemen International Agency for Development has begun the implementation of the first phase of the Hayr Al-Khair School Project, with the launch of preparatory works and technical planning, marking the start of one of the key educational projects aimed at strengthening educational infrastructure and expanding access to education.

The project comes in response to the growing need for educational facilities and seeks to provide a modern and safe learning environment capable of accommodating increasing numbers of students. It also aims to improve the quality of the educational process and support educational stability in the area.

The Hayr Al-Khair School Project is being implemented with funding from Hayr Al-Khair Association and executed by the Yemen International Agency for Development, within a developmental partnership that views education as a cornerstone of sustainable development and a vital investment in building a better future for coming generations.

This initiative reaffirms the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to building strategic relationships with various institutions, expanding cooperation frameworks, and achieving shared development goals that serve communities and support sustainable growth.

Yemen International Agency for Development implemented a humanitarian and educational initiative as part of the Outstanding Students Care Project, which involved distributing academic textbooks to a number of needy university students in Marib Governorate. This initiative reflects the strong link between academic excellence and social responsibility, as well as support for the educational process.

The initiative aimed to support university students who are unable to afford their required textbooks, thereby reducing their financial burden, supporting their continuation in higher education, and enhancing their opportunities for academic success and excellence.

The initiative was carried out with the participation of students from the Outstanding Students Care Project, who expressed through this effort their awareness of the importance of transforming academic excellence into tangible impact that serves the community. It also embodied the values of solidarity and social responsibility, affirming that true excellence is only complete when it contributes to supporting others.

Yemen International Agency for Development confirmed that this initiative aligns with its vision that education is one of the most important tools for development, and that supporting students—particularly at the university level—represents a real investment in human development and in empowering youth to play an effective future role in serving their communities.

The Agency also noted that the Outstanding Students Care Project is not limited to academic support alone, but also seeks to instill values of giving, volunteerism, and social responsibility among students, contributing to the preparation of a conscious generation that combines knowledge with humanitarian initiative.

Yemen International Agency for Development continues to implement its educational and community programs across several governorates, within plans aimed at enhancing access to education and supporting students in need.

This initiative reaffirms Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to building strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve society and contribute to its development.

The Yemen International Agency for Development – Turkey has concluded a series of cultural projects implemented during the recent period, in partnership with several cultural and community institutions, including the International Sciences Academy, Mishkat Foundation, Tabsira Center, and Belqees Yemen Association. These joint efforts aimed to develop the cultural sector and enhance the presence of cultural activities within the community.

The projects featured a wide range of cultural and intellectual activities targeting diverse segments of society. They contributed to supporting cultural initiatives, strengthening community engagement, and creating spaces for dialogue and knowledge exchange, thereby promoting cultural values and reinforcing community identity.

These projects were implemented as part of the Yemen International Agency for Development’s vision to empower community and cultural institutions to deliver high-quality and sustainable activities. The initiatives sought to raise cultural awareness, encourage active community participation, and support meaningful initiatives that respond to the cultural needs of society.

The Agency affirmed that cooperation with partner organizations played a key role in the success of these projects, through the integration of efforts and the exchange of expertise. This reflects the importance of institutional partnerships in supporting cultural work and enhancing its impact on the community.

The Yemen International Agency for Development – Turkey noted that these cultural projects fall within its comprehensive development programs, which place particular emphasis on culture alongside other sectors. This stems from the Agency’s belief in the vital role of culture in human development, strengthening social cohesion, and fostering a positive environment that supports sustainable development.

The Agency continues to implement a range of cultural and development initiatives in cooperation with its local and international partners, within well-planned strategies aimed at supporting society, enhancing public awareness, and promoting effective community participation across various fields.
These efforts reaffirm the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to building strategic relationships with diverse institutions and expanding cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve society and contribute to its development.