Albena Foundation for Sustainable Development

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Al-Bena'a Foundation for Sustainable Development is a non-profit developmental organization established in 2006, specializing in the development and empowerment of Yemeni women, enabling them to fulfill their roles and achieve a positive impact within their society. In the same year, the Foundation established a Training and Consultancy Center, stemming from its belief in the role of training in building and shaping women’s personalities, as well as in providing consultations across various fields that affect their lives. In 2011, the Foundation also established a Research and Development Unit, which later evolved into a Center for Thought and Studies. This center aims to prepare studies and research related to women and the family, with a focus on intellectual and cultural development as a core component in building the personality of Yemeni women. In light of the circumstances the country has been experiencing since 2015, the Foundation shifted its focus toward humanitarian and relief work addressing urgent community needs. Accordingly, a Relief and Projects Unit was established to provide emergency assistance and implement projects supporting education and reconstruction. The Foundation also established a Small Projects Unit to enable families to achieve self-sufficiency, and placed special emphasis on childhood programs, psychological support, and rehabilitation, with the aim of alleviating the suffering of women and preserving values, morals, and faith.

Our Vision & Mission

Vision

A Yemeni woman inspired by her civilizational role to shape the future.

Mission

The balanced development of Yemeni women, enabling them to fulfill their mission-driven role in life within a just and integrated value system.

Values

Quality, Community Development, Excellence in Outputs, Renewal, Shared Responsibility

Organization Goals

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To build the capacities of Yemeni women in ways that enable them to fulfill their diverse life roles with efficiency and effectiveness.

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To prepare exemplary female role models capable of making a positive and lasting impact on society.

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To give special attention to children and youth, and to nurture the abilities of distinguished and high-potential individuals.

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To promote the economic empowerment of families through the implementation of sustainable development initiatives and the support of small income-generating projects.

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To support the advancement of education and to combat illiteracy among women.

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To contribute to the development of practical solutions to community challenges and women’s issues.

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To provide humanitarian assistance to affected and disaster-stricken families and to participate in reconstruction and recovery efforts.

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To raise community awareness of the importance and necessity of women fulfilling their civilizational and societal roles.

Foundation Fields

Foundation Projects

Relief & Humanitarian Aid

Relief & Humanitarian Aid
Food People Empowerment

Food People Empowerment
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Foundation News

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Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development Implements “Iftar for Fasting People” Project in Marib Governorate

Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development has implemented the “Iftar for Fasting People” project in Marib Governorate, funded by the “Kolona Mokammelin Baad” Team. Through this initiative, Iftar meals were distributed to beneficiary families as part of the foundation’s humanitarian efforts to alleviate the suffering of vulnerable families during the holy month of Ramadan. This project comes as part of a series of relief interventions carried out by the foundation to support the most vulnerable families and contribute to providing dignified Iftar meals for those fasting, thereby strengthening the values of solidarity and compassion within the community during the blessed month. The foundation affirmed its commitment to continuing the implementation of its humanitarian and relief programs across various regions, in cooperation with donors and partners, in order to reach as many families in need as possible and achieve a sustainable humanitarian impact. For their part, the beneficiaries expressed their sincere gratitude and appreciation for this humanitarian initiative, praising the donors’ efforts in bringing joy to their Ramadan tables and easing their living burdens.

March 08, 2026

Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development Implements Cash Assistance Project for Orphans and Vulnerable Families During Ramadan

During the holy month of Ramadan, Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development implemented a cash assistance project targeting orphans and vulnerable families. A total of 54 families across various governorates of Yemen benefited from the initiative, as part of the Foundation’s humanitarian programs aimed at alleviating economic hardships and enabling families to meet their essential needs during the blessed month. This project was carried out within the framework of the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to support the most vulnerable groups and promote the principles of social solidarity. By providing direct cash assistance, the initiative contributed to securing food, medical care, and other essential living requirements, while preserving the dignity of beneficiaries and empowering them to prioritize their needs according to their individual circumstances. The Foundation affirmed that this initiative forms part of its annual operational plan, which focuses on expanding humanitarian interventions and reaching the largest possible number of families in need, in coordination with partners and supporting entities. Beneficiaries, in turn, expressed their sincere appreciation and gratitude to Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development, commending its humanitarian role in supporting them during Ramadan and highlighting the tangible positive impact these cash grants had in easing their hardships.

March 03, 2026

Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development Implements “Iftar for a Fasting Person” Project in IDP Camps

On the 13th day of the holy month of Ramadan, Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development implemented the “Iftar for a Fasting Person” project, distributing 1,000 chickens to 1,000 internally displaced families residing in camps. This initiative forms part of the Foundation’s humanitarian efforts to alleviate the suffering of displaced communities and bring joy to their iftar tables during the blessed month. The intervention was carried out in response to the growing needs within the camps and reflects the Foundation’s commitment to supporting the most vulnerable families by enabling them to provide a dignified iftar meal. The project embodies the values of solidarity, compassion, and social cohesion that characterize the spirit of Ramadan. The Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to continuing relief initiatives targeting displaced persons and the most vulnerable groups, in coordination with partners and donors, to enhance the humanitarian impact and expand the reach of its interventions. Beneficiaries expressed their sincere appreciation for this humanitarian initiative, noting that the support significantly eased their hardships and brought comfort and happiness to their families during the holy month.

March 02, 2026

Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development Implements Water Well Rehabilitation Project in Taiz Governorate

Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development has implemented a water well rehabilitation project in Al-Shaab Village – Al-Muqaysi’, in Taiz Governorate. The project was funded by generous male and female donors from the Yemeni diaspora in the United States of America. It was officially inaugurated on February 27, with the aim of facilitating access to water for local residents and alleviating their daily suffering. This well represents the only source of water for the village. Previously, residents had to manually draw water by descending into the well, a practice that posed significant safety risks and made the process of obtaining water extremely difficult. The project included several rehabilitation works, such as lining the well, installing a secure cover to maintain water cleanliness, and constructing a protective structure around the well. It also involved installing a water storage tank and extending water pipelines, in addition to setting up a solar energy system to operate the well and pump water more easily. This initiative comes as part of the foundation’s ongoing efforts to implement water projects in the most vulnerable and underserved areas, contributing to the provision of safe water sources and improving the living conditions of local communities. Residents of the village expressed their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the donors for this humanitarian initiative, which has significantly eased their struggle to access water.

March 01, 2026

The Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development implemented the Ramadan Food Basket Distribution Project

During the first ten days of the holy month of Ramadan. Through this initiative, the Foundation distributed 157 food baskets to poor and vulnerable families across various governorates of Yemen, as part of its humanitarian and relief programs aimed at alleviating living hardships during the blessed month. This project forms part of the Foundation’s annual plan, through which it seeks to strengthen food security for the most vulnerable groups and provide humanitarian assistance that contributes to improving the living conditions of beneficiary families, while promoting the values of social solidarity and community cohesion. The Foundation affirmed its continued commitment to implementing relief and development projects in coordination with partners and supporting entities, enhancing the impact of its humanitarian interventions and ensuring an effective response to community needs across targeted areas. For their part, beneficiaries expressed their sincere appreciation and gratitude to

February 28, 2026

Conducting a Workshop to Enhance Team and Initiative Management Skills

In a new step reflecting its belief in the role of youth in shaping the future, Al-Binaa Foundation for Sustainable Development – Marib, in partnership with Youth Space, implemented the first training workshop within the Capacity Building Track, targeting a group of active young people in the local community. The workshop aimed to open broader horizons for youth by enhancing their skills, fostering the spirit of initiative and volunteerism, and preparing young leaders capable of creating a positive and sustainable impact in their communities. It also focused on the importance of organized institutional work, reinforcing the values of community service, and building effective local partnerships with youth organizations. Through this activity, the Foundation affirms its ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering Yemeni youth and engaging them as genuine partners in the process of development and future building.

January 15, 2026

Success Stories

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From a Benevolent Loan… to a Sustainable Source of Livelihood

He possessed nothing but a simple dream: to provide his family with a dignified livelihood. Through a benevolent loan, he launched his small project—a mobile stationery shop roaming the streets, carrying on its modest shelves notebooks, pens, and great hope. He woke up early every day, worked diligently, and was committed to repaying each installment on time, believing that honesty and hard work are the true paths to relief. As days passed, his steps grew stronger, just as his determination grew, until success came after only seven months. The mobile shop transformed into a permanent bookstore. He completed the repayment of all installments ahead of schedule, and his living conditions improved, by the grace of God. This story affirms that when an opportunity is granted to those who deserve it, it becomes a gateway to a better life and a renewed hope rebuilt from the ground up.

From a Mother’s Patience… to the Path of Knowledge

After the loss of the father, a mother and her daughter were left to face life alone in one of the districts of the governorate. The daughter, an orphan and an outstanding high school student, carried a dream far greater than her circumstances, firmly believing that education was her only path to a better future. The mother chose not to surrender to pain. Instead, she traveled with her daughter to the capital in search of an educational opportunity worthy of her potential. She worked as a teacher at a private school, earning a salary that barely covered basic living needs, while rent and educational expenses posed a heavy burden, eased only by limited support from relatives. The student’s case reached us through one of her relatives, who communicated on her behalf, as the student did not even have a means of contact. After reviewing the case, support was provided—becoming a lifeline that restored hope and revived the dream. The student enrolled at university, majoring in Pharmacy. Today, she is in her second academic year, excelling in her studies and proving that when dedication is met with support, it never goes to waste. This story embodies the truth that supporting education is not temporary aid, but an investment in human potential and a foundation for a more stable and dignified future.