Yemeni women face considerable obstacles to accessing education and employment. In 2023, women and girls in Yemen faced significant challenges, with an access rate to education of 35% and an access rate to paid employment of only around 6%.In the face of adversity, women’s empowerment is not just a social imperative; it is becoming a strategic path to economic revitalization and sustainable development. Mobilizing women in the labor market will not only empower them
but also stimulate the local economy, fostering economic resilience. 

To address these challenges comprehensively, a concerted effort is needed, encompassing
awareness programs, skill-building initiatives, and policy measures aimed at cultivating an
inclusive environment for women’s education and employment in Yemen.

The EMPOWER HER project aims to promote the economic autonomy of nursing and midwifery students
in Sana’a, as well as teachers and women in the villages of Manakhah.

Thanks to full scholarships and transportation assistance, 30 girls from marginalized communities in Sana’a have access to a three-year nursing and midwifery training program at the renowned Y30 Institute of Medical and Applied Sciences accredited by the Yemeni government.

In addition, the project empowers 40 dedicated female teachers in the villages of Manakhah by providing them with a stable income and strengthening their ability to support and prepare their students for successful careers. This will not only improve student attendance, but also create a more supportive and stimulating learning environment for girls in these communities. The project strengthen the capacities of female teachers by offering workshops that will enable them to become qualified teachers and improve the level of education in Manakhah.

The project also offers seminars led by health personnel on women’s health to 1,250 women of Manakhah participating in literacy classes and several courses/workshops in various fields using videos prepared by the Y30 centre in Sana’a.

Beyond education, Yemeni women face deep-rooted economic challenges. In many areas, women are excluded from formal employment, have limited access to vocational training, and lack the tools needed for economic self-sufficiency.

In addition, many young women graduate from university departments such as Artificial Intelligence and computer science but are unable to find relevant employment opportunities.

Through the DIGITIZING HOPE project, Y30 aims to empower 1000 Yemeni women through the production and dissemination of AI-generated educational videos. By leveraging technology, the project seeks to convert Yemen’s adult literacy curriculum into engaging, accessible video content, delivered via YouTube and social media platforms.

These videos cover a range of critical topics: literacy, health, economic self-reliance through handicrafts (such as incense-making and sewing), and celebrate the legacy of inspiring historical Yemeni women and highlight significant geographic landmarks to foster cultural pride and national identity among learners.

A female production team of 10 qualified women is employed for two years to ensure consistent, high-quality content creation.

The ‘Centre of Hope for Children with Disabilities’ project aims to address Yemen’s urgent need for comprehensive and inclusive services for children with disabilities.

Y30 proposes to establish the Centre of Hope in Sana’a by purchasing and renovating an existing building, transforming it into a safe, fully accessible and child-friendly environment where children with disabilities can thrive. This approach prioritises speed, cost-effectiveness and sustainability, while ensuring that the facility meets international standards for accessibility, protection and inclusion.

 The Centre of Hope will accommodate up to 100 children per year (aged 6 to 18) and offer them a range of integrated services tailored to their needs, including: therapeutic care, inclusive education, psychosocial support, family and community empowerment, and transport services.
By bringing education, therapy, psychosocial support and family engagement under one roof, the Centre of Hope will significantly reduce the fragmentation that currently forces families to seek help from multiple providers. All services will be provided free of charge, ensuring access for all, regardless of family income.