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.
In an atmosphere filled with generosity and human solidarity, the Yemen International Agency for Development carried out the distribution of sacrificial meat to hundreds of needy families across various regions of Yemen. This initiative came as part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable groups during the blessed days of Eid al-Adha.
This humanitarian project was implemented within the framework of a package of developmental and relief initiatives that the agency is keen to implement annually. The goal was to bring joy and happiness to the hearts of the beneficiaries and to embody the values of giving and compassion that characterize this religious occasion. The sacrificial meat brought smiles to the faces of children, women, and the elderly, granting them a sense of inclusion in the festive spirit of Eid despite the difficult humanitarian conditions in the country.
The Yemen International Agency for Development emphasized that this year’s sacrifice project reflects its continuous commitment to strengthening the spirit of social solidarity, and delivering a humanitarian message that generosity knows no limits, but rather renews itself with every occasion to become another Eid in the lives of the beneficiaries. The agency also expressed its appreciation to all supporters and contributors who made this noble work possible, calling for more humanitarian partnerships to expand the number of beneficiaries in the coming years.
Through this humanitarian effort, the agency reaffirmed its role as one of the prominent actors in the development and relief field, stressing that serving humanity and alleviating suffering remain at the core of its mission.
As part of the Gifted Students Support Program run by the Yemen International Agency for Development – Turkey, a number of postgraduate students participated in prestigious scientific conferences held in Istanbul, where they presented high-quality research papers in the fields of Islamic Economics and Islamic Studies.
These participations took place during the Ayasofya Postgraduate Conference, organized by Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University, and the Second Postgraduate Students Conference, organized by Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University in cooperation with the Science Dissemination Foundation, with wide participation from postgraduate students of various nationalities.
The Gifted Students Program is implemented with generous support from the International Islamic Charitable Organization in Kuwait, and aims to empower Yemeni postgraduate students academically and scientifically, while enabling their active participation in specialized academic forums.
The Noura Health Center project in Marib Governorate continues to progress steadily, having recently reached the concrete ceiling pouring phase, which marks a pivotal milestone in completing the structural framework of the center and preparing for final finishing works and medical equipment installation.
This achievement comes as part of ongoing efforts supervised by the Yemen International Agency for Development, and generously supported by Tanmeya Charity – Kuwait, with the aim of strengthening healthcare infrastructure in the most underserved areas and providing quality medical services that contribute to improving community health, particularly for mothers and children.
Once completed, the Noura Health Center is expected to ease the burden on existing health facilities and provide high-quality primary and secondary healthcare services to the local population, especially amidst the challenges the health sector faces due to displacement and the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
This project reflects a model of synergy between humanitarian action and institutional partnership in serving local communities, reaffirming the Yemen International Agency for Development’s commitment to expanding access to health services across Yemen through sustainable development initiatives that respond directly to people’s needs.
The Yemen International Agency for Development, represented by its President Dr. Abdulraqib Obad, is participating in the Annual Meetings of the Islamic Development Bank Group, hosted by the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria from May 19 to 22, 2025.
This participation comes as part of the agency’s efforts to strengthen its presence in international forums and explore opportunities for partnership and collaboration with development and financial institutions at both regional and global levels. These efforts aim to support development and humanitarian response initiatives in Yemen.
Throughout the meetings, a series of high-level forums and discussions will be held, bringing together ministers, government officials, experts from international and regional organizations, representatives of the private sector, academia, and civil society to address sustainable development, development finance, and the economic challenges facing member countries.
Dr. Abdulraqib Obad is scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings with partners and decision-makers to present the agency’s efforts in health, education, economic empowerment, and water and sanitation, and to explore potential cooperation for future projects that meet the needs of communities affected by crises and displacement.
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 benefit society and foster development.
The Yemen International Agency for Development continues to implement its humanitarian projects aimed at improving the health and living conditions of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Marib Governorate. Recently, the agency completed the distribution of 1,000 personal hygiene kits to displaced families in the Hemma, Yusufi, and Hajba camps, with generous support from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), as part of its interventions in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector.
This project serves as an urgent response to the growing needs within the camps, where hundreds of families are enduring harsh living conditions and facing severe health challenges. Hygiene kits play a crucial role in preventing the spread of infectious diseases and improving personal hygiene, especially among vulnerable groups such as children, women, and the elderly.
Dr. Wael Hadi, the project manager, emphasized the importance of such interventions, stating:
“What we distributed today is not just a kit — it’s a message of solidarity and support that reassures these families they are not alone in facing these harsh conditions.”
He also extended his gratitude to the WASH Cluster team for their coordination and field supervision efforts, which significantly contributed to the project’s success and its humanitarian objectives.
Through this project, the agency aims to support efforts to reduce the spread of diseases and promote health awareness among IDPs, in line with a strategic vision to improve the camp environment and provide essential life-supporting services in cooperation with national and international partners.
The Yemen International Agency for Development continues its operations across several Yemeni governorates, implementing programs in health, education, economic empowerment, and WASH, offering comprehensive support to the most vulnerable groups affected by conflict and displacement.
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, and peace and blessings be upon our Prophet and beloved Messenger, may Allah’s peace be upon him, his family, his companions, and those who follow his guidance.
Under the generous patronage of His Excellency Lieutenant General Sultan bin Ali Al-Aradah, Vice President of the Presidential Leadership Council and Governor of Marib Governorate, and in coordination with the Ministry of Education and the local authority in Marib Governorate, the National Education Conference was concluded, with the blessings of Allah, on May 5-6, 2025, at the 22 May Hall at the University of the Saba Region in Marib City. The conference, organized by the National Center for Strategic Studies and the Yemeni International Development Agency, was held under the theme: “National Education Conference: Reality and Challenges” and the slogan “Quality Education… The Future of Generations.” More than 120 participants took part, including researchers, academics, members of the central and local authorities from all Yemeni governorates, experts, speakers from various Arab and foreign countries, civil society organizations, the private sector, and the press and media.
The conference was launched in line with the goals of the National Center for Strategic Studies and the Yemeni International Development Agency to contribute to the development of Yemen, building human capacity, and improving opportunities for general and university education, through gathering officials, experts, researchers, and those interested in the field of education, to prepare studies and research, and coordinate and integrate efforts.
The conference aimed to explore academic and applied studies related to education, learn about modern strategies in teaching, assessment, and the challenges facing general and university education, showcase successful experiences and innovative ideas in education amidst wars and crises, stay updated with modern trends in technology and educational tools, exchange experiences, understand the current state of education and future aspirations, assess the education of students both inside and outside Yemen amidst the war, explore ways to support them, and enhance the efforts of stakeholders in the future of education, ensuring broad community participation from civil society organizations and the private sector.
During four sessions, 20 speakers from universities, central and local authorities, civil society organizations, and the private sector spoke. Over 120 participants attended and participated in discussions during Monday and Tuesday, May 5-6, 2025. The conference discussed the reality and challenges of general and university education, curriculum development, the role of the government and private sectors in education development, the risks facing the education process, and electronic learning methods and techniques.
Based on the research papers presented and the contributions made during the conference sessions, the conference concluded with the following recommendations:
Continued holding conferences, seminars, and workshops with the participation of all stakeholders in education, including investors, authorities, parents, academics, and others, for continuous development of education.
The conference recommends that the government prepares a comprehensive national education plan, which includes restructuring educational policies, aligning national legislation with international agreements on the protection of education, adopting unified national curricula that enhance human values and national identity, reconstructing infrastructure, building 3,000 damaged schools, providing safe educational facilities for students, ensuring regular payment of salaries, offering financial incentives to teachers to improve their performance, and expanding remote education programs to cover 10 million children by 2025.
The conference recommends increasing the education budget to 15% of total government expenditure to ensure the continuity of educational programs and enhancing cooperation with international organizations to secure additional funding of $500 million over the next five years.
Establish a central fund to support projects for the development of general and university education, aimed at increasing financial resources to support and fund education, with resources determined through a regulation to be studied and issued by the relevant authorities, and to benefit from the experiences of similar educational institutions in the Arab and international context in finding sources of education funding and enhancing cooperation.
Adopt the principle of diversifying funding sources and self-financing in educational institutions, granting universities the necessary financial and administrative powers to invest their resources, and promoting the concept of the productive university, while activating principles of supervision and accountability to contribute to the proper utilization, development, and preservation of resources.
Establish a virtual platform for general education under the Ministry of Education, providing all the material, human, financial, and legislative requirements, with direct supervision by the Ministry of Education, and activating electronic education management at the governorate level with qualified personnel appointed for this field.
Review the legislation regarding electronic education in Yemen to allow investment in this field, as well as academic accreditation for certificates issued by electronic platforms or educational institutions relying on electronic education.
Establish an independent national authority to protect education, responsible for monitoring and documenting violations and coordinating with international organizations to ensure the protection of educational institutions and their staff, and passing strict laws to criminalize the targeting of education.
There must be a focus on the continuous qualification and training of teachers before and during their service.
Develop a strategy to improve educational curricula and implement it by benefiting from the experiences of countries with strong global educational systems, based on the latest international rankings, and exchanging experiences by hosting experts who have effectively contributed to the development of education in their countries.
Invite businessmen to invest in education, encourage community initiatives, and commercial institutions to invest in quality private schools with an attractive educational environment, and activate supportive policies for private and community education from the government.
Develop communication and coordination between private schools, represented by the Private Education Forum, and all concerned authorities in local government and the Ministry of Education to work together to create quality private education that contributes to the development of the educational process.
Establish research centers specialized in universities, higher institutes, and official bodies such as the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education, and provide the necessary financial support and budgets, involving the private sector in funding and conducting field and research studies related to education.
Strengthen research and cooperation between the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Higher Education, universities, research and intellectual institutions, and educational specialists.
Develop the efforts of the Ministry of Education and higher education institutions to keep pace with the digital transformation in providing educational services and benefiting from local, Arab, and global experiences.
Support for research and study centers’ efforts to analyze the reality of e-learning, the challenges it faces, and the proposal of projects and suggestions to implement digital education initiatives, keeping pace with the rapid developments in this field.
Improving the economic conditions of teachers’ families and staff members, enhancing their psychological well-being by revitalizing school feeding projects that target both students and teachers, creating an attractive learning environment, activating school activities that foster students’ love for their schools, providing suitable educational resources, and empowering social workers to assist students in solving their educational problems and addressing family-related issues.
Activating guidance and psychological support programs in schools, universities, and specialized institutes.
Working to enhance values related to the development of educational leadership performance and educational services.
Focusing on appropriate educational alternatives for the reality of education in Yemen, including educational channels, radio-based education, blended learning, mobile schools, online learning, home education, and e-learning applications.
Opening an independent and transparent international investigation into the grave violations that education in Yemen is subjected to, holding those responsible criminally accountable before international courts, including education violations in periodic international reports on Yemen, and considering these violations a humanitarian priority in emergency response programs and reconstruction plans.
The conference calls on the United Nations and the international community to apply effective pressure to achieve a permanent ceasefire and secure educational institutions from military targeting.
Strengthening partnership and cooperation between donor organizations and the government, and enhancing cooperation with Yemen’s partners from friendly and brotherly countries to improve education in its various aspects.
Promoting community partnerships in a realistic way, focusing on women’s empowerment in decision-making positions to strengthen their active role in society, and adopting educational programs and awareness centers that focus on the female sector.
Establishing a department in the Education offices in governorates to manage educational and community crises during conflicts, crises, and peace.
Equipping schools with modern technologies, training teachers and administrative staff to use them, and improving the effectiveness of measurement and evaluation in education in Yemen.
Developing curricula to keep up with research and knowledge developments, and including Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as part of the curricula.
Finally, the participants extend their thanks, appreciation, and gratitude to His Excellency, Lieutenant General Sultan bin Ali Al-Arada, Vice President of the Presidential Leadership Council and Governor of Marib Governorate, for honoring the conference with his esteemed sponsorship and his significant efforts during this critical phase our country is going through.
The participants highly appreciate the efforts of the National Center for Strategic Studies and the Yemen International Development Agency for organizing the conference activities, as well as all the committees that contributed effectively to achieving its objectives.
The participants express their sincere gratitude to the administration of the University of Seba Region for hosting the conference and supporting and contributing to its success.
We renew our deep gratitude and immense thanks to everyone who contributed, supported, and worked diligently to ensure the success of the conference.
We ask Almighty Allah for success and assistance.
Issued by the National Conference on Education: Reality and Challenges Marib City, May 6, 2025
