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Published : April 28, 2020

Yemenis have never suffered as much famine as they do now. 

Yemen has been in a state of protracted conflict since 2015. The United Nations (UN) has declared the last six years of the crisis as a system-wide Level 3 humanitarian emergency. Level 3 responses are activated in the most complex and challenging humanitarian emergencies, requiring the highest level of mobilization across the humanitarian system. 75 percent of the country’s population (22.2 million people) are in need of humanitarian
assistance. More than 32% of the country’s territory is estimated to be in a state of famine, while 2/3 of the population are in food insecurity. According to the UN World Food Programme, malnutrition rates among women and children remain the highest in the world, with 1.2 million women and 2.3 million children requiring treatment for acute malnutrition.

In addition, the COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the hunger crises in the country. Hence, humanitarian
responses aimed  at improving food security are of utmost importance.

We aim to provide food assistance by distributing hot meals to the most vulnerable families in one of the
poorest and densely populated areas in the Sanaa city, Musayk district. The project was
launched in 2018, and as of July 2020 1 million hot meals have been distributed, benefiting 6000
people every day.

The restaurants provide meals every day, from 10am to 1pm.

This project seeks to secure resources required to continue the initiative and
meet the growing demand for meal distribution.

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Some figures:

  • 2 restaurants 
  • 2 cooks and a team of volunteers per restaurant
  • 6000 beneficiaries daily 

This project is supported on an ongoing basis by our association, notably by occasional donations from the canton of Geneva, the city of Geneva, individual donations and the Trafigura Foundation. 

This special celebration was more than just raising a cup; it was a journey of discovery, tracing the story that begins with a tiny bean nurtured in fertile mountain soil and ends with a cup that carries joy, inspiration, and community.

 

Under the theme “The Magical Journey… From Bean to Cup,” the event highlighted coffee as a global symbol of unity — a bridge connecting cultures, stories, and people across continents.

 

Each coffee bean represents dedication, craftsmanship, and passion — from the farmer’s care to the barista’s artistry.

 

One of the event’s most memorable moments was the engaging presence of barista and coffee expert Ammar Al-Ahlasi, who filled the room with enthusiasm and the irresistible aroma of freshly brewed coffee.

 

He came not just to serve coffee, but to share knowledge and unveil the secrets behind this enchanting beverage.

 

Ammar emphasized that brewing coffee is both an art and a ritual — from choosing the right grind size to controlling the water temperature and mastering the pouring technique. Every detail matters.

 

Each drop of water that touches the ground extracts not just flavor, but also a story, a feeling, and a sense of connection — creating a cup that nourishes the soul as much as the senses.

 

In closing, the Y30closing, the Y30 Association, in collaboration with the Y30 Institute, affirmed that this event was more than just a celebration — it was a heartfelt tribute to the timeless values that coffee embodies: dedication, creativity, and human connection.

 

Every cup tells a journey — from the earth to the heart — reminding us that coffee is not merely a beverage, but a way of life.