As part of its efforts to promote social responsibility and link academic excellence with humanitarian action, the Yemen International Agency for Development, through the Outstanding Students Care Project, implemented a distinguished humanitarian initiative in Taiz Governorate. The initiative involved a visit by project students to an orphanage in Taiz.

The initiative aimed to bring joy and happiness to the orphans, learn about their living conditions and needs, and foster a spirit of giving and social solidarity among the students. This activity reflects the humanitarian and educational role of the project in building well-rounded outstanding students who combine academic excellence with strong ethical and social values.

During the visit, the students expressed their happiness in participating in this initiative, emphasizing the importance of volunteer work and community service as an integral part of the journey of success and excellence. They highlighted the positive impact such activities have on strengthening humanitarian values and enhancing a sense of responsibility toward the most vulnerable groups.

The Yemen International Agency for Development affirmed that this initiative aligns with its vision that true excellence is not limited to academic achievement alone, but also includes active contribution to serving the community and supporting youth-led initiatives that create a tangible positive impact.

The Agency also noted that it places special emphasis on empowering proactive students and encouraging them to launch humanitarian and community initiatives that contribute to social cohesion and the development of a conscious generation equipped with knowledge, awareness, and humanitarian values.

The Agency continues to implement educational and community-based programs across several governorates as part of well-structured plans aimed at developing youth capacities, promoting a culture of volunteerism, and contributing to the building of a more cohesive and compassionate society.

Mr. Abdulwase Shadad, the Director of the Education Office, inaugurated the school bag and uniform distribution project at the Al-Hakimi Martyrs School in Taiz Governorate. This project is funded by the International Islamic Charitable Organization of Kuwait and implemented by the Yemeni International Development Agency. It aims to assist 106 orphaned students in the secondary stage in the city’s districts.

During the inauguration, Mr. Abdulwase Shadad emphasized the importance of such projects in supporting the education sector and encouraging students to continue their education while overcoming the obstacles they face. This is achieved by providing them with school bags and uniforms. He noted that projects like this have a significant impact on enhancing the motivation of students, especially orphans, to continue their learning.

On the other hand, Mr. Mohammed Nasser, the representative of the Yemeni International Development Agency, mentioned that this initiative is part of the agency’s educational interventions for the year 2023. The project aims to support and motivate orphans in the secondary stage for the current academic year.

It’s worth mentioning that the project includes the distribution of comprehensive school bags, school uniforms, and coverage of educational fees. Additionally, it involves the implementation of various specialized educational activities and programs to enhance the skills of orphans and motivate them to continue their educational journey.

The inauguration was attended by Mrs. Samiha Abu Al-Surur, the director of Al-Hakimi Martyrs School, and several teachers.