The international community celebrates World Humanitarian Day, which falls on August 19th of each year, to highlight the tremendous efforts of humanitarian workers around the world and to advocate for the survival, well-being, and dignity of those affected by crises.
Celebrating this day is a celebration of humanity and the spirit of giving that inspires people and motivates them to help those in need and the afflicted, even in difficult circumstances. Humanitarian action saves lives, grants many people a dignified life, and is an investment in a better future for all of humanity.
As a humanitarian actor, HUMAN ACCESS joins the world in celebrating World Humanitarian Day. It has a rich and distinguished history in the field of humanitarian work, through which it has contributed to alleviating the suffering of those in need and affected, changing people's lives for the better, and helping achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
- Continued Humanitarian Giving
At a time when the need for humanitarian support is increasing with the escalation of crises and the deterioration of the economic situation in Yemen, HUMAN ACCESS continues to provide aid and humanitarian assistance to vulnerable people, with the support of donors and philanthropists, and in coordination with official authorities.
Despite the challenges facing humanitarian action, HUMAN ACCESS, with its professional approach and reliable partnerships, was able to deliver relief and humanitarian support to more than one million people across Yemen during the first half of this year.
This was achieved through a series of quality programs and projects, including food, health, shelter, education, protection, livelihoods, water, and sanitation, with the aim of mitigating crises and meeting the basic needs of the most vulnerable groups, including children, women, people with special needs, orphans, displaced persons, and refugees.
- Unstoppable gains
In the food sector, HUMAN ACCESS helps bridge food gaps and alleviate the suffering of families affected by the ongoing conflict in Yemen. Over six months, the number of beneficiaries from projects implemented in this area reached 675,183 people from the poorest groups.
Moreover, 159,480 people benefited from life-saving health and nutrition interventions, including malnutrition treatment and the provision of basic medical services, amidst the devastating collapse of the health sector.
Meanwhile, the number of beneficiaries from water, sanitation, and hygiene projects reached 77,448 people, which are essential projects, especially in light of the worsening climate crisis.
To promote self-reliance and open new doors to a dignified life, HUMAN ACCESS focuses on improving the livelihoods of vulnerable families through vocational training in income-generating fields, such as sewing, and providing vocational toolkit to help them enter the labor market. A total of 1,665 people have benefited from these important services.
Additionally, 66,060 people also benefited from various protection services, while the services of shelter and non-food items reached 36,737 people.
The education sector also had a share of the projects implemented during the first half of this year, as education is the backbone of development. A total 4,248 male and female students benefited from these projects.
All of these interventions are carefully considered in vital sectors, and are particularly important in light of the increasing challenges facing Yemen. They also underscore HUMAN ACCESS' commitment to addressing various aspects of the humanitarian crisis and creating a positive and sustainable impact in local communities, including rural communities.
- A Steadfast Humanitarian Commitment
HUMAN ACCESS' interventions continue, demonstrating its ongoing humanitarian role to help mitigate the humanitarian repercussions facing Yemenis trapped in one of the world's worst protracted humanitarian crises, and in a country classified as one of the poorest Arab countries.
In a press statement, Yahya Hasan Al-Daba, Head of HUMAN ACCESS, emphasized that humanitarian work is an effective pillar in the development of societies. He added that the association has contributed, continues to contribute, and will continue to contribute to humanitarian work as a steadfast humanitarian commitment to those in need and affected everywhere.
Mr. Yahya stated that HUMAN ACCESS joins the international community in celebrating World Humanitarian Day and looks forward to further donor support and successful partnerships to reach the largest segment of the vulnerable and improve people's lives in various fields.
The Head of HUMAN ACCESS explained that Yemen is experiencing a major humanitarian crisis, with a high level of fragility and need for humanitarian and development support. It is also facing difficult climatic conditions and needs continued support, commitment, and solidarity from all.
