About us – German Yemen Centre for Peace and Development e.V.

About Us

About US

The German-Yemeni Centre for Peace and Development e.V. (GYC) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable development in Yemen. Our projects focus on education, health, economic empowerment of women, and peacebuilding, aiming particularly to support women and girls—who are the most affected by the conflict—and to improve the quality of life in Yemen.

We are the German-Yemeni Centre for Peace and Development e.V. (GYC), an independent, non-profit organization committed to fostering peace and sustainable development in Yemen. Founded by dedicated Yemeni academics, both domestically and abroad, we are determined to effect positive change through our projects in education, health, economic empowerment, and peacebuilding.

Our efforts are particularly focused on supporting women and girls, who are severely disadvantaged by the ongoing conflict. Through targeted initiatives, we strive to enhance their quality of life and enable them to become active and equal members of society. We also promote cultural understanding and community building based on the principles of peace and tolerance.

In all our endeavors, we prioritize creating sustainable solutions that help the people of Yemen break the cycle of poverty and conflict. We firmly believe that education and strengthening economic skills are keys to lasting peace and development. By providing resources and educational opportunities, we open new perspectives and hope for a better future.

OUR VISION

To build a peaceful and developed Yemen where every individual, regardless of gender or background, has access to quality education, transparent governance, and improved health care.

OUR VALUES

Transparency, impartiality, creativity, and empowerment.

OUR MISSION

  • Education

    Empowering Yemeni girls through quality education and skills development to ensure every girl has the right to receive a high-quality, safe, and comprehensive education. We aim to bridge the gender gap in education and reduce the disparity in literacy rates between boys and girls.

  • Economic Empowerment of Women:

    This focus area aims to promote women's economic independence and entrepreneurship. Economic empowerment programs often include business management training, provision of microloans, and support of women's networks that facilitate access to markets and resources. Our objective is to provide women with the necessary tools and knowledge to develop their own sources of income and improve their economic situation. This not only contributes to women’s financial independence but also strengthens their role in society and promotes gender equality.

  • Health

    Improving health care in rural areas and addressing the lack of health insurance by rehabilitating health centers and providing educational courses for health sector employees. Our goal is to increase health awareness in rural communities, ensure access to health care services, and support existing health centers, especially for pregnant, lactating women, and children.