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From Vulnerability to Economic Resilience: Scaling Local Craftsmanship in Yemen through Sustainable Value Chains
By All Girls Foundation for Development at ReliefWeb
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
. 1. Introduction & Project Genesis In alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 1 (No Poverty) and Goal 5 (Gender Equality), the All Girls Foundation for Development (AGF) implemented a targeted intervention in the Hajjah Governorate (Bani Qais and Ku'aidnah dis
Key takeaway Funded by GIZ, the project aimed to improve food security for 60 of the most vulnerable women through intensive vocational training in palm frond weaving.
Why this matters
The project's focus on palm frond weaving as a means to improve food security for vulnerable women in Yemen highlights the potential for traditional craftsmanship to contribute to economic resilience in disaster-affected areas. By providing intensive vocational training, the All Girls Foundation for Development has enabled women to develop a marketable skill, thereby increasing their household income and stability. This approach aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 1 and Goal 5, by addressing poverty and promoting gender equality. The project's success in the Hajjah Governorate suggests that similar initiatives could be replicated in other regions, leveraging local craftsmanship to support sustainable economic recovery and reduce reliance on external aid. As Yemen continues to face humanitarian challenges, initiatives like this one demonstrate the value of investing in local skills and capacities to drive long-term recovery and development.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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