Sana'a: Represented by its office in Yemen, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has initiated a new project aimed at improving livelihoods and supporting the standard of living for 4,060 beneficiaries from some of the poorest families across Sana'a, Aden, Taiz, Dhale, Hadhramaut, 'Amran, and Al-Hudaydah. The total cost of the project is USD 488,000.

According to Qatar News Agency, QRCS announced that the project will involve training the breadwinners of 580 families in income-generating craft and vocational skills. To promote engagement in production and business activities, beneficiaries will receive necessary tools and resources for work in fields such as sewing, carpentry, smartphone maintenance, fishing, resin art, and livestock breeding.

Eng. Ahmed Hassan Sharaji, head of QRCS's office in Yemen, explained that the project is part of a series of livelihood initiatives designed to assist communities affected by conflict. By offering training and creating entrepreneurial opportunities, QRCS aims to enhance the resilience of families facing challenges from adverse living conditions.

Over the past two years, QRCS has implemented two similar projects, benefitting 1,279 families at a cost of USD 694,944. These projects have made a significant impact by alleviating poverty, reducing dependency on aid, and promoting self-reliance among beneficiary families.

The ongoing conflict, deteriorating services, rising prices, and increasing poverty and unemployment rates continue to threaten the stability of millions of Yemeni families.

According to World Bank and UNDP reports for 2024, more than 80 percent of Yemen's population lives below the poverty line, with many relying on humanitarian assistance to meet basic needs such as food, water, and health care.