Years of conflict and the Covid-19 pandemic has left livelihoods destroyed and families in Yemen struggling. To make ends meet, many are having to make impossible decisions to survive; decisions which put children at risk of exploitation and harm.
Cultural barriers, particularly for women, have made it even harder for parents to access an education, which would help them build better futures for their families.
Education and employment: a path to economic resilience
War Child’s vocational training programme, supported by UK Aid Match, is changing this, giving families the support and skills they need to create a more sustainable future for themselves and their children. By improving livelihoods, children can stay in school and are protected from the risks of child labour or marriage.
In partnership with a local community college, we enrolled 150 people in vocational training, many of whom had never finished secondary school. They took courses to become seamstresses, mechanics and even pastry chefs!
As part of the programme, participants received start-up business grants and mentorship. This is set to improve the lives of over 1,000 family members, lifting them out of poverty and providing better prospects for future generations.
