As part of its efforts to strengthen development cooperation, a delegation from the Yemen International Agency for Development visited the Wefa Organization in Germany and met with its President, Mr. Musab Aydın.

During the meeting, both parties discussed opportunities for partnership in implementing sustainable development projects that address community needs and promote humanitarian work. They also explored ways to exchange expertise and collaborate on initiatives aimed at supporting vulnerable groups and creating a lasting positive impact.

This visit is part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to expand international cooperation and establish strategic partnerships that contribute to achieving developmental goals in Yemen. Through effective collaborations, the agency seeks to enhance humanitarian response and provide sustainable solutions for communities in need.

Furthermore, this visit reaffirms the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to building strategic relationships with various institutions and broadening the scope of cooperation to achieve shared goals that benefit society and foster development.

As part of its efforts to strengthen partnerships and develop sustainable development projects, the Yemen International Agency for Development paid an official visit to Prof. Ali Oğuz, the Mufti of Konya and President of the Konya Religious Foundation. The meeting was also attended by Mr. Abdullah Shafak, a board member of the foundation.

During the discussions, both parties explored ways to enhance mutual cooperation and implement sustainable projects that support communities and promote humanitarian work. The talks also emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships in achieving sustainable development goals and reinforcing the agency’s active role in humanitarian service.

This visit is part of the agency’s efforts to expand its partnerships with key institutions, contributing to the development of initiatives that serve vulnerable groups and enhance the impact of humanitarian and development programs.

As part of its efforts to support outstanding students and develop their abilities, the Yemen International Agency for Development organized a series of sports activities with the participation of 80 students as part of the Excellence Sponsorship Program, which is implemented in four Yemeni governorates.

The events included various sports games and physical activities aimed at enhancing team spirit, improving physical fitness, and providing students with the opportunity to discover their athletic talents within the program’s integrated activity plan.

This initiative reflects the agency’s commitment to developing students’ comprehensive skills, supporting their academic excellence, enhancing their social interaction, and creating an environment that fosters creativity and personal growth.

As part of its humanitarian and developmental efforts, the Yemen International Agency for Development, in partnership with Sila Foundation for Development, has launched a new project aimed at distributing heating devices to orphan homes in Marib city. This project comes at a critical time, as many orphan families are struggling to cope with the harsh winter cold, which intensifies their suffering.

The project targets providing heaters for more than 700 orphaned individuals and their families, ensuring a warm and safe living environment, thus helping improve the daily living conditions of orphaned children during the harsh winter months. The project reflects the agency’s commitment to meeting the needs of the most vulnerable groups in society.

The project launch event was attended by several prominent figures, including Dr. Khaled Al-Shajani, Deputy Director of the Executive Unit in the governorate, Mr. Bashamkha, representative of Sila Foundation, Dr. Abdul-Salam Al-Salami, Executive Director of Yemen International Agency for Development, and Dr. Jamal Qahtan, Deputy Director of the Agency and Director of Projects and Programs.

During his speech, Dr. Abdul-Salam Al-Salami emphasized the importance of such humanitarian interventions in alleviating the suffering of affected families, noting that the project reflects the agency’s ongoing commitment to enhancing humanitarian and developmental responses in various regions of Yemen.

In an important step towards supporting the education sector in Marib Governorate, Dr. Abdurabbu Muftah, the Deputy Governor of Marib, inaugurated Al-Firdaws Primary School for Girls in the Al-Hadd area of the Wadi District. The school was funded by the Al-Firdaws Charity Organization – France, and implemented by the Yemen International Agency for Development.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by prominent officials, including Dr. Abdulsalam Al-Salami, the Executive Director of the Yemen International Agency for Development, Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Bakiri, Deputy Director of the Education Office in Marib Governorate, Abdullah Shaddad, General Manager of Education and Training Projects in the governorate, Dr. Fadl Qahtan, School Feeding Program Coordinator at the Ministry of Education, and Ismail Al-Saidi, representative of the Executive Unit of the Education Sector in the governorate.

During the inauguration, Dr. Abdurabbu Muftah emphasized the importance of education in facing the developmental challenges Yemen is experiencing, stating, “Today, the battle is a battle of knowledge and development.”

On his part, Dr. Abdulsalam Al-Salami, Executive Director of the Yemen International Agency for Development, highlighted the agency’s significant contributions to the education sector in the governorate, noting that this school is the sixteenth school opened by the agency in Marib. He also pointed out that these achievements would not have been possible without the grace of God and the efforts of those who continue to support this important sector.

Al-Firdaws School consists of five classrooms, an administrative office, a storage room, and two bathrooms, serving approximately 400 students in primary education. This project is part of the agency’s ongoing interventions to support the education sector in crisis-affected areas.

The project enhances the agency’s efforts in providing a suitable educational environment for girls in Marib Governorate and contributes to sustainable development by improving educational levels and expanding educational opportunities for girls in various areas of the governorate.

As part of efforts to promote joint work and develop development projects, the Yemen International Agency for Development visited the Meher Foundation in Konya, Turkey. The delegation was warmly received by Mr. Abdullah Shafak, a member of the Board of Trustees of Meher Foundation.

During the visit, both parties agreed to strengthen cooperation through future partnerships aimed at achieving sustainable development and supporting humanitarian efforts across various fields.

This visit reaffirms the commitment of the Yemen International Agency for Development to building strategic relationships with various institutions and expanding cooperation to achieve shared goals that serve and promote community development.

As part of enhancing international and local cooperation in the development fields, the Yemen International Agency for Development hosted representatives of organizations participating in the conference organized by the International Forum for Development Organizations under the title “International Partnerships and Alliances for Financing Development Interventions in Crisis and Conflict Areas” in Istanbul.
The conference aims to bring together organizations and experts from various countries in the region to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in facing crises and conflicts, and to coordinate on financing development intervention projects.

The visit included a training session titled “Building Effective Strategic Partnerships and Their Role in Achieving Sustainable Development” presented by Dr. Mustafa Mohamed Al-Momari. The session focused on the importance of building strong strategic partnerships between local and international organizations to achieve sustainable development goals and improve the effectiveness of development projects in Yemen.

During the visit, the Yemen International Agency for Development showcased its major activities and achievements from the past period, in addition to outlining its future goals for expanding strategic partnerships with local and international organizations. The agency aims to increase the implementation of development projects in Yemen, particularly in areas affected by crises and conflicts, by fostering cooperation and joint coordination between all relevant parties.

As part of efforts to enhance collaboration among organizations working in the development sector, the Yemen International Agency for Development conducted field visits to the organizations participating in the Fourth International NGO Exhibition. The aim of these visits was to strengthen cooperation and exchange experiences between organizations, as well as to observe the latest projects and initiatives being implemented in various sectors to achieve sustainable development.

The visits also sought to support the establishment of strategic partnerships among the participating organizations, contributing to strengthening joint efforts to face the developmental challenges facing Yemen. Through these visits, the agency aimed to enhance international and local cooperation among organizations, maximizing the benefits of development projects and expanding their impact.

The visits demonstrated the agency’s commitment to enhancing the institutional capacities of the participating organizations, increasing opportunities for innovation and growth in humanitarian and development projects.

As part of the ongoing efforts to enhance the education sector in Hudaydah Governorate, the “Umm Al-Mu’minin Aisha School” has been officially opened. The opening ceremony was attended by Hudaydah Governor Dr. Hassan Taher, who emphasized the significance of this project in improving the educational environment and supporting academic excellence.

The new school represents a significant step toward providing a modern educational environment that meets the academic needs of students. It aims to support academic achievement and build a generation capable of facing future challenges and achieving their ambitions. The school also seeks to provide excellent educational facilities and innovative programs to help students succeed in various areas of life.

Governor Dr. Hassan Taher expressed his appreciation for the initiative implemented by the Rahma World Association in collaboration with Yemen International Agency for Development, praising the project’s role in improving the educational level in the governorate.

A workshop on the Computer Driving License was held as part of the “Gifted Student Sponsorship” project, overseen by the Yemen International Agency for Development across four Yemeni governorates. This training brought together 80 students from different educational levels, aiming to develop their technical skills and provide them with fundamental knowledge in computer usage, enriching their academic knowledge and skills.

This workshop is part of the scheduled activities within the “Gifted Student Sponsorship” project, which strives to empower youth and equip them with essential digital tools for today’s technological demands. During the workshop, students received training in basic computer skills, including word processing, data analysis, presentation applications, and information security, preparing them for the job market and academic research.

The project is part of YIAD’s ongoing efforts to support the educational sector in Yemen and enhance students’ academic and technical capabilities through partnerships with local and international donors.