UN hails KSrelief ’s role in advancing education in Yemen
Over 800,000 children thriving through Saudi educational support, reports UNICEF
Saudi Arabia, through its aid agency KSrelief, has allocated $6.2 million to support approximately 827,000 children in
Yemen, ensuring their access to quality education opportunities. This initiative was undertaken in collaboration with the UN Children’s Fund, UNICEF.
UNICEF recently noted that the funding provided by KSrelief has facilitated access to public and private education for girls and boys from vulnerable groups, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Peter Hawkins, the fund’s representative to Yemen, said: “One in every four primary school-aged children in Yemen is currently out of school. Moreover, educational outcomes for those able to attend do not align with their age. “Thanks to contributions from partners such as KSrelief, UNICEF continues to address the educational needs of vulnerable girls and boys in Yemen.”
The funding enabled over 527,000 children to participate in national final exams for the 2022-2023 academic year. Additionally, 300,000 male and female students received school bags and recreational supplies, aimed at motivating them to return to school while alleviating the financial burden on their families. Moreover, the Kingdom’s support through KSrelief has enhanced teaching and learning practices in classrooms by training 7,520 male and female teachers across 17 governorates. Additionally, hygiene supplies were distributed to 71,956 children and 120 schools.
KSrelief ’s assistance also facilitated UNICEF’s outreach to nearly 4.9 million individuals, including caregivers, through the implementation of five awareness campaigns. Outreach activities reached approximately 26,000 community leaders and officials, as well as 2,500 families.
The Saudi aid center remains a steadfast partner of UNICEF, providing continuous funding for lifesaving interventions that enable UNICEF to address the most critical needs of vulnerable children in Yemen, SPA stated.