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
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.
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 – Yemen held an official meeting at its headquarters in Marib Governorate to open the bid envelopes for the construction of Al-Tariq Al-Khair School and Mulhim Educational School. The meeting was attended by Agency representatives, members of the technical evaluation committee, and representatives of the companies that submitted bids for the two projects.
This step comes as part of the approved administrative and technical procedures for implementing educational projects, ensuring transparency and equal opportunity among competing bidders, in line with the Agency’s adopted standards for managing and implementing development projects.
During the meeting, the submitted bids were opened and the technical and financial aspects of each proposal were reviewed, in preparation for a detailed evaluation by the specialized committee. The process aims to select the implementing company based on predefined criteria to ensure the highest quality of execution.
The Yemen International Agency for Development emphasized that the Al-Tariq Al-Khair and Mulhim educational projects fall within its efforts to strengthen educational infrastructure in Marib Governorate, through the construction of modern school facilities that provide a safe and stimulating learning environment and meet the growing needs of students amid population growth and increasing pressure on existing educational institutions.
The Agency noted that these educational projects are part of its strategic vision to support the education sector as one of the key pillars of sustainable development, given its central role in human development and preparing future generations.
The Yemen International Agency for Development continues to implement a range of educational and development projects across several governorates, within well-planned strategies aimed at improving the quality of education, expanding access to learning opportunities, and contributing to a better educational future that serves the community and enhances stability.
The Yemen International Agency for Development, under the patronage of Pure Hands Organization, launched a project to distribute school bags and school uniforms to 2,125 orphaned children in Marib Governorate. This initiative comes as part of the Agency’s ongoing efforts to support the education sector and enhance access to education for orphaned children.
During the launch event, the Deputy Governor of Marib, Dr. Abdrabboh Muftah, emphasized that such initiatives play an effective role in strengthening care for orphans and easing the economic burdens faced by families. He noted that providing essential school supplies enables students to continue their education in a more stable environment.
For his part, the Deputy Director of the Yemen International Agency for Development, Dr. Jamal Qahtan, explained that this project is part of a series of strategic initiatives implemented by the Agency to support the education sector. These initiatives include school construction, distribution of school bags, educational sponsorships, and academic scholarships, contributing to improving the quality of education and expanding access, particularly for the most vulnerable groups.
Meanwhile, the Education Cluster Representative, Eng. Mohammed Al-Riyashi, expressed his appreciation to the Yemen International Agency for Development and Pure Hands Organization for their continued efforts in supporting education and caring for orphans, stressing the importance of partnerships between humanitarian organizations and local institutions in enhancing the sustainability of educational interventions.
The launch event was attended by a number of officials and education professionals, including Abdulaziz Al-Bakri, Deputy Director of the Education Office; Salem Adlan, Education Officer at the Executive Unit; Yasser Al-Haidari, NGO Coordinator at the Education Office; and Abdulaziz Buais, Director of the Pure Hands Office in Marib.
This initiative aligns with the vision of the Yemen International Agency for Development to empower orphans through education, support their psychological and social stability, and contribute to building a generation capable of facing challenges and actively participating in community development.
This visit reaffirms the commitment of the Yemen International Agency for Development to building strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding areas of cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve the community and support its development.
As part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts to support the most vulnerable groups, the Yemen International Agency for Development implemented a relief intervention by distributing 350 food baskets to breadwinner-less families in the City and Al-Wadi districts of Marib Governorate. This intervention aimed to ease the living burdens faced by these families amid difficult economic conditions.
The intervention comes in response to growing humanitarian needs and seeks to strengthen food security for the most vulnerable households. The distributed food baskets were carefully prepared to meet the basic needs of beneficiary families, contributing to an improvement in their living conditions, even if temporarily.
The humanitarian intervention also included teachers in Marib Governorate, as the Agency distributed 450 food baskets to teachers in support of their livelihood stability, in recognition of their vital role in sustaining the education process, and to help them cope with current economic and living challenges.
The Yemen International Agency for Development affirmed that these activities fall within its humanitarian programs aimed at alleviating the suffering of those in need and improving their daily living conditions, particularly in light of the exceptional circumstances facing the country, with a focus on the most affected groups.
The Agency continues to implement relief interventions in several governorates, in line with its humanitarian vision to support community stability, strengthen the resilience of families and teachers, and contribute to building communities that are more capable of withstanding crises.
This visit reaffirms the commitment of the Yemen International Agency for Development to building strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding areas of cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve the community and support its development.
The Noura Health Center Project in Marib Governorate is making steady progress, having now reached the final finishing stage and moving closer to full completion. This advancement comes as part of the ongoing efforts overseen by YIAD, with generous funding from the Tanmeia Charity Association – Kuwait, aiming to strengthen the healthcare infrastructure in the most vulnerable areas and provide quality medical services that contribute to maternal and child care as well as the overall well-being of the local community.
In a significant move reflecting its credibility and trust, the Yemen International Agency for Development (YIAD) has been accredited as a qualified partner with the Yemen Humanitarian Fund (YHF), solidifying its position among the leading national organizations active in the field of humanitarian work in Yemen.
This accreditation recognizes the agency’s commitment to governance and transparency standards, as well as its efficiency in managing and implementing humanitarian and development projects across Yemen.
Moreover, it represents an important milestone in enhancing YIAD’s presence and expanding its capacity to respond to the needs of the most vulnerable groups, contributing to creating a tangible and sustainable impact.
In a remarkable humanitarian and social event, the Yemen International Agency for Development (YIAD) sponsored the first mass wedding of the “Righteousness and Chastity” initiative held in Türkiye. The event brought together 32 brides and grooms from Yemen, Palestine, and Syria, with a large and diverse attendance that included families, social figures, representatives of civil society organizations, as well as humanitarian actors.
The celebration reflected the values of solidarity and unity among peoples, as the couples’ families were joined by guests from different Arab countries and Türkiye, creating a joyful and inclusive atmosphere.
YIAD co-sponsored the initiative alongside the IHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation, Al-Khair Way Foundation, and the Orphan Foundation. This partnership reaffirms YIAD’s continuous commitment to supporting humanitarian and developmental initiatives that strengthen social stability and help young people start a happy married life.
YIAD emphasized that supporting such initiatives aligns with its mission of building human capacity and assisting the most vulnerable groups. The agency highlighted that the “Righteousness and Chastity” initiative is an inspiring model of cooperative work between humanitarian organizations, reinforcing the values of solidarity and enhancing the family’s role as a cornerstone of sustainable development.
Participants expressed their great happiness with this unique initiative, noting that the mass wedding not only reduced the financial burdens of marriage but also embodied the spirit of hope and togetherness, opening new horizons for couples to begin a joyful married life.
This step reaffirms YIAD’s commitment to building strategic relations with various institutions and expanding the scope of cooperation to achieve common goals that serve the community and its development.
The Yemen International Agency for Development concluded the “Partners for Yemen 2025 Conference” on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event was organized in partnership with the International Islamic Charitable Organization – Kuwait, Insan Foundation – Malaysia, Qudwa Foundation – Indonesia, the Orphan Care Union, MyCARE, and MAHAR. Official representation was present from the Yemeni Ministry of Education, along with the embassies of Yemen, Kuwait, and Somalia in Malaysia, in addition to distinguished representatives from regional and international humanitarian organizations.
The conference thoroughly discussed the current state of education in Yemen and the emergency response plan addressing challenges faced by the education system. Key topics included supporting teachers, rebuilding destroyed schools, and adopting digital solutions to keep pace with modern developments. Participants also highlighted successful international humanitarian initiatives and shared practical models in education support, fostering valuable knowledge exchange and broadening cooperation opportunities.
The conference concluded with significant recommendations, including recognizing education as a national priority requiring collective efforts, establishing a multi-donor international fund to finance educational projects, supporting vulnerable groups, especially girls, strengthening digital infrastructure, and expanding international partnerships to ensure sustainability in humanitarian and development work.
During the closing ceremony, partner organizations were honored, and the humanitarian role of Malaysia and Southeast Asian countries in supporting the Yemeni people was commended, particularly their contributions to education, development, and humanitarian relief.
Through this achievement, the Yemen International Agency for Development reaffirmed its commitment to working with international and regional partners to enhance educational opportunities in Yemen, considering education as the cornerstone of human development and a key driver for sustainable progress.
