A step towards economic empowerment of marginalize

Project Report: A first step toward the economic empowerment of marginalized groups in Yemen

Implementation:  nahda Youth Organization for the Care of the Marginalized in Yemen

Funding Organization: GlobalGiving  

Third- Quarter Report 2026

Report Writer: Akram Al-Shara'bi

Date: November 8, 2026

Introduction:

This project represents a vital intervention aimed at enhancing the livelihoods and social protection of the most vulnerable groups—particularly women—by mitigating the risks of gender-based violence (GBV) through economic empowerment.

Key Achievements and Outputs:

Vocational Training: Building the capacities of 10 women and 10 young people from marginalized backgrounds in sewing and embroidery, equipping them with craft skills that ensure sustainable sources of income.

Sustainability and Marketing: Implementing a specialized training program in marketing and small-business management, enabling beneficiaries to successfully access local markets and sell their products.

Strategic Impact and Future Outlook:

The organization seeks to scale up the project to address growing needs. Economic empowerment serves as a cornerstone for upholding rights, preserving human dignity, fostering social inclusion, and combating all forms of systemic discrimination. Furthermore, financial independence helps shield these groups from the risks of exploitation and reduces their vulnerability to recruitment efforts by armed groups and violent extremist factions.

First: Strategic Recommendations (for Decision-Makers and Donors)

1. Expanding Geographic and Programmatic Scope: It is essential to scale up the project to include additional governorates and districts, given the extensive humanitarian and developmental needs, as well as the high rates of poverty and vulnerability among marginalized groups.

2. Increasing Financial Support and Small Grants: Direct more funding toward non-repayable cash grants or accessible, low-repayment-burden loans to enable beneficiaries—particularly women and youth—to transform their handicrafts into sustainable, small-scale productive enterprises.

Second: Operational Recommendations (Regarding Implementation and Capacity Building)

3. Developing Vocational Training Programs: Introduce new, innovative training tracks aligned with the needs of the modern local labor market—beyond traditional sewing and embroidery—such as light maintenance, food processing, or foundational digital skills.

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