Every day during Ramadan, acts of generosity come alive at the Ramadan Kitchen, where humanitarian efforts continue to prepare and distribute iftar meals to reach families in need.

The kitchen team prepares hundreds of meals daily, following an organized system that ensures timely delivery and high quality, so that meals reach beneficiaries before the evening call to prayer.

This initiative targets a broad group of fasting individuals, particularly those in camps and areas with the greatest need. Iftar meals play a vital role in alleviating daily hardships and providing basic food security throughout the holy month.

Organizers emphasized that the sustainability of these efforts heavily relies on the support of donors, noting that even a small contribution can provide an entire family with an iftar meal, creating meaningful impact and joy.

The Ramadan Kitchen serves as a living model of organized humanitarian work, integrating the efforts of volunteers and supporters to reach the largest possible number of beneficiaries, achieving tangible and sustainable humanitarian impact.

As part of ongoing humanitarian efforts to alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable families, iftar meals were distributed to families living in camps. This initiative was implemented as part of broader humanitarian activities aimed at supporting fasting individuals and meeting their basic needs during the holy month of Ramadan.

The campaign targeted a number of families facing extremely difficult living conditions and severe shortages in food resources, making it challenging for them to secure daily iftar meals. The initiative helped ease their burden and brought a sense of relief and dignity to the beneficiaries.

Organizers emphasized that such interventions come as a direct response to the increasing humanitarian needs within the camps and reflect the spirit of solidarity and compassion that is especially evident during Ramadan.

They also highlighted that the continuation of such initiatives relies heavily on the support of donors, noting that even a small contribution can make a significant difference by providing an iftar meal for an entire family.

This initiative is part of a broader series of humanitarian activities aimed at strengthening food security and delivering direct assistance to families in need, contributing to reducing the severity of the humanitarian crisis and creating a sustainable positive impact on the lives of beneficiaries.

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen humanitarian cooperation and expand effective partnerships, the Yemen International Agency for Development received a delegation from ACTED. The meeting reflected shared visions aimed at advancing humanitarian and development work in Yemen, particularly in Marib Governorate, which is witnessing a growing need for sustainable humanitarian interventions.

The ACTED delegation included Mr. Jihad Al-Hadrami, Director of the organization, and Mr. Saeed Nasser, Head of Relations and Coordination in Marib. They were received by the Executive Director of the Agency, Dr. Abdulsalam Al-Salami, along with several staff members, in an atmosphere characterized by mutual understanding and a shared commitment to building strategic partnerships that serve local communities.

During the meeting, the Agency presented its key humanitarian and development programs, covering sectors such as education, health, food security, and economic empowerment. The discussion also highlighted recent achievements and the challenges facing humanitarian work under current conditions.

Both parties discussed ways to enhance joint cooperation by developing coordination mechanisms and exchanging expertise, contributing to the implementation of high-quality projects with sustainable impact that meet the needs of the most vulnerable groups and align with future priorities.

The two sides emphasized the importance of building qualitative partnerships based on integration and unified efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian interventions and achieve more comprehensive and sustainable responses amid growing humanitarian challenges.

This visit 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 communities and support sustainable development.

The Yemen International Agency for Development held an official meeting to open bids for the Educational Support Project for displaced students in Yemen, which aims to support secondary school students affected by displacement. The meeting was attended by representatives of the Agency, members of the evaluation committee, and delegates of the companies that submitted bids.

The tender includes the procurement of one thousand (1,000) educational tablet devices, equipped with accompanying educational software, in addition to the design and development of an integrated electronic system to manage the project. This initiative aligns with the requirements of digital education and contributes to improving the efficiency of monitoring and implementation processes.

This project comes as part of the Agency’s efforts to strengthen the educational process for displaced secondary school students by providing modern digital learning tools. These tools aim to facilitate access to educational content and academic services, as well as to organize educational follow-up between students, teachers, and project management.

During the meeting, the technical and financial proposals submitted by the participating companies were reviewed in accordance with approved criteria, ensuring transparency, integrity, and the achievement of the best possible value for the project. This step precedes the completion of evaluation and award procedures in line with applicable legal and administrative frameworks.

The Yemen International Agency for Development emphasized that this project responds to the growing educational needs of displaced students, particularly in light of the challenges facing the education sector in Yemen. The Agency reaffirmed its commitment to adopting innovative and sustainable solutions that contribute to improving the quality of education and supporting the most vulnerable groups.

The Agency added that the Educational Support Project represents an important step toward enhancing digital education and providing a more flexible and effective learning environment for displaced students. This will help students continue their education and mitigate the impact of the exceptional circumstances they face.

This initiative also reaffirms the Agency’s commitment to building strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding cooperation frameworks to achieve shared goals that serve and promote community development.

The Yemen International Agency for Development participated in the Leaders of Impact Forum, organized by the Sustainable Leadership Institute in Istanbul, as part of an intensive seven-day leadership experience that brought together influential youth leaders from around the world.

The forum brought together more than 53 youth organizations representing over 25 countries, within an interactive leadership program focused on developing leadership skills, strengthening the principles of sustainable leadership, and building effective models of impact in local and international communities.

The forum served as a dynamic platform for the exchange of leadership experiences among participants, providing opportunities to explore diverse practices in youth work, community development, and social innovation. This contributed to strengthening shared visions and unifying efforts toward achieving sustainable impact.

The program also included a series of training sessions and specialized workshops addressing transformational leadership, the development of impactful initiatives, and team management, in addition to dialogue sessions aimed at enhancing strategic thinking and expanding cooperation opportunities among participating institutions.

The participation of the Yemen International Agency for Development in this forum aligns with its ongoing approach to empowering youth leaders and strengthening its presence in international platforms. This engagement contributes to transferring acquired knowledge and experiences into humanitarian and development contexts and improving institutional performance in service of targeted communities.

The Agency emphasized that this participation represents an important opportunity to build new partnerships and expand avenues of joint cooperation with international youth organizations. It also reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to building strategic relationships with various institutions and broadening cooperation frameworks to achieve shared goals that serve and contribute to community development.

Yemen International Agency for Development – Yemen announces the opening of applications for a tender to design and develop a cloud-based electronic system and a mobile application, as part of the Educational Support Project for displaced secondary school students in Yemen.

Tender Details:

Tender Number: YIADPR202531

Application Deadline:
Sunday, 25 January 2026
At 11:00 AM

Target Group:
Qualified service providers specializing in software development and electronic systems

Application Process:

Expression of Interest and Registration:
https://forms.gle/LExze8ZGu4Bncp8w6

Access to tender announcement and documents:
link…

For Inquiries:

📩 procurementye@yiad.org

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.