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Yemen: A joint emergency food response to meet urgent humanitarian needs

Since the start of the civil war in 2015, several parties have been fighting to claim power inside Yemen. This has had destructive consequences for one of the poorest populations on the Arabian Peninsula determining the country's fate as the largest humanitarian crisis in the world.

Some 20.7 million people - more than two thirds of the population - are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. In a particularly cruel twist, it is children who bear the brunt of a merciless environment that UNICEF accurately describes as a "living hell". A staggering 30,000 children die every year of chronic malnutrition, among other leading causes. More than 20 million people are food insecure while a 10 million people do not know where their next meal is coming from - a reality that veers dangerously close to nationwide famine.

Ongoing fighting at the frontlines, security incidents are routine events; the collapse of public services and the economy inevitable. Despite the enormity of the crisis, there are many barriers to aid access including the presence of armed groups, and bureaucratic blockades.

Population

Yemen has a population of 30.5 million people

Poverty

Nearly 80% of the population are living in extreme poverty

Our Reach

In 2021 3,120 people took part in our programmes

What we do in Yemen

Overview

Dorcas opened its Country Office in 2021 in Aden. In previous years Dorcas supported work of local partner International Training and Development Center (ITDC) providing emergency food assistance to Yemen's most vulnerable families. This remains our priority in Yemen - to ensure continuous food access among exposed households. For the next years, Dorcas will also participate as member in the Dutch Relief Alliance.

 

Food Security

A minimum of 1,000 households (displaced and vulnerable families in hard-to-reach areas) will be provided with standard food assistance (in-kind and cash) for 6 consecutive months. All households will also receive a Solar Thermal Cooker.

Community-Based Protection

Dorcas sees the immense needs of the Yemeni population in the field of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support. People throughout Yemen are suffering, for example, from displacement, loss of home/possessions, poverty, hunger, insecurity and even loss of family members. In 2022, Dorcas is starting a pilot project with a local partner to provide psychosocial support sessions for women and children. The sessions for children address different themes through art and play in a safe environment. Dorcas plans to expand this intervention in the future to increase its impact. That will be realised in collaboration with other NGOs in this field, either in community-based interventions or specialised MHPSS care.

Health

A total of 10 health facilities will be rehabilitated and provided with essential drugs, supplies, high quality equipment and training of staff. Through Community Health Volunteers and Mother Groups, Dorcas aims to promote good health, hygiene, and nutrition behaviours.

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

A minimum of 1,000 households will be provided with standard Hygiene Kits for 6 consecutive months. In addition, four local community wells will be rehabilitated and refitted with Solar Pumping.

Meet our Country Director…

Adriaan Jagersma - Country Director

“Yemen is such a rich country in terms of culture, traditions, landscapes and hospitality. It makes it even more devastating seeing so many Yemenis struggling with poverty. The Yemeni people deserve better and cannot be forgotten. The approach of Dorcas wanting to work as much as possible with Yemen staff and local partners is something I strongly believe in. Providing for urgent food needs is crucial but supporting people to rebuild their livelihoods and overcoming past trauma and conflict is something I hope Dorcas can contribute to. This will have lasting impact and help Yemen to be better place”.

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Our partners

With our own Country Office in place, Dorcas will continue to partner in its projects with local and international organisations. Together with ITDC, Medair and our own staff we will working side by side with the Yemeni people to develop and support communities. Together we look to strengthen and complement each other and prepare for the future - identifying opportunities for sustainable recovery.

Strategic Partners and Donors

  • Dutch Relief Alliance
  • International Training and Development Center (IDTC)
  • Medair

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