Jibul area of Marib Governorate, with generous funding from the Kuwait-based Rahma International Association. The opening ceremony was attended by Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Bakri, Deputy Director of the Office of Education and Teaching in Marib, along with several officials and educational figures.

Dr. Abdulsalam Al-Selami, Executive Director of the Yemen International Agency for Development, stated that the school accommodates 400 students and includes five classrooms, an administrative office, and two restrooms. It has been fully equipped with essential educational materials to provide a comprehensive learning environment for students in the region.

He emphasized that this project is part of the agency’s efforts to support the education sector by enhancing learning opportunities for students in rural areas, improving education quality, and contributing to sustainable development in the governorate.

The school’s inauguration was met with widespread appreciation from local residents, who praised the active role of the Yemen International Agency for Development and expressed their gratitude for the valuable contributions of Rahma International Association in strengthening the educational process in Yemen.

The Ahmed Saleh Al-Ajiri (Al-Sadir) School Project was officially inaugurated in Taiz, implemented by the Yemen International Agency for Development and funded by the Kuwait-based Rahma International Association. This initiative aims to support the education sector and provide a modern learning environment that meets the needs of students in the region.

The project seeks to enhance educational opportunities and develop students’ skills by establishing a fully equipped educational infrastructure with modern facilities. This will contribute to improving the quality of education and boosting students’ academic performance.

The Yemen International Agency for Development emphasized that this project addresses urgent educational needs in Taiz and aligns with its mission to support education and empower future generations through sustainable development initiatives that expand learning opportunities and create a brighter future for students.

As part of its efforts to support the healthcare sector and enhance medical services, Dr. Abdullah Al-Jouri, Director of Alliances and Partnerships at the Yemen International Agency for Development, met with Dr. Ahmed Al-Abbadi, Director of the Health Office in Marib, to discuss the plan for establishing the Noura Al-Obaid Health Center for Maternity and Prenatal Care. The center aims to provide integrated medical services in accordance with the latest standards.

This project is a response to the growing needs in maternal and child healthcare. The center will offer a safe and advanced environment that provides comprehensive healthcare services for pregnant women and postpartum mothers, while also contributing to raising public health awareness in the region.

Dr. Ahmed Al-Abbadi praised the Yemen International Agency for Development for its support of healthcare initiatives, emphasizing that the project will be a valuable addition that enhances the quality of maternal and neonatal healthcare services and strengthens the capacity of the local healthcare sector.

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 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.