Vocational Training: Investing in People for a More Stable Future As part of the "Provision of Market-Relevant Livelihoods Training in Aden, Lahj, and Ta’iz" project, funded by the Government of Japan through the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the Horizon Foundation for Development (HFD) is implementing specialized vocational training programs targeting 295 young men and women across the governorates of Aden, Lahj, and Taiz. The project aims to equip participants with market-relevant skills and enhance their opportunities to secure sustainable sources of income. The training programs cover seven vocational specializations, selected based on the findings of a comprehensive labor market needs assessment. The project seeks to empower youth and women, including internally displaced persons (IDPs) and other vulnerable groups, by providing them with practical skills that enable them to enter the labor market or establish their own income-generating businesses. This contributes to improving household incomes, reducing poverty, and promoting self-reliance instead of dependence on humanitarian assistance. Beyond strengthening technical and vocational skills, the project contributes to social cohesion, stability, and peace by providing equal training opportunities, fostering a culture of productivity and entrepreneurship, and inspiring hope for a better future among young people and women. The project represents a successful partnership between the Government of Japan, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the Horizon Foundation for Development (HFD). It demonstrates that investing in people and developing their capacities is a cornerstone of economic recovery and sustainable development in Yemen, helping build more resilient and prosperous communities. #اليمن #اليابان #IOM #HFD #التدريب_المهني

As part of the Government of Japan’s support for recovery and development efforts in Yemen, Horizon Foundation for Development (HFD), in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), welcomed H.E. Mr. Yoichi Nakashima, Ambassador of Japan to Yemen, on 23 June 2026 during a field visit to the Technical Industrial Institute in Al-Mualla, Aden. The visit was conducted to monitor the implementation of the "Provision of Market-Relevant Livelihoods Training in Aden, Lahj, and Ta’iz" project, funded by the Government of Japan. The project aims to equip young people and women with market-oriented vocational skills to improve their livelihoods and support economic recovery. During the visit, the Ambassador received an overview of the project's progress, toured the training workshops, and met with trainees to hear about their experiences and aspirations. He emphasized the vital role of vocational training in empowering youth and women and expanding their access to sustainable livelihood opportunities. The visit reflects the Government of Japan’s and IOM’s commitment to ensuring high-quality project implementation and highlights the strong partnership with Horizon Foundation for Development (HFD) in delivering impactful skills development programs in Yemen.

Under the patronage of the Director General of the Social Affairs and Labor Office in Taiz Governorate, and in the presence of the Director General of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Office and the Dean of Al-Hosab Technical Industrial Institute, vocational training programs were launched for 80 trainees under the project *“Provision of Market-Relevant Livelihoods Training and Economic Recovery through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)”*, funded by the Government of Japan through the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and implemented by the Horizon Foundation for Development.

The program aims to equip participants with practical skills in the following specializations:
▪️ Fashion Design
▪️ Pastry and Bakery Production
▪️ Mobile Phone Maintenance

This intervention is part of ongoing efforts to empower young men and women with market-relevant vocational skills, enhance their access to sustainable income opportunities, and improve livelihoods for beneficiaries and their families.

The project also promotes social cohesion and peaceful coexistence by providing equal opportunities for youth from diverse social backgrounds and strengthening their economic resilience. By reducing vulnerability and social exclusion, the project contributes to building more stable communities and encouraging positive participation in development and peacebuilding efforts.

As part of its efforts to enhance livelihood opportunities and improve employment prospects for youth and women, the Horizon Foundation for Development (HFD) has signed an agreement with Al-Hawari Abu Madyan Technical and Industrial Institute in Lahj Governorate to implement vocational training programs under the project "Provision of Market-Relevant Livelihoods Training in Aden, Lahj, and Taiz."

The project is implemented with the support of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and funded by the Government of Japan, targeting 70 male and female trainees from the most vulnerable groups.

The training program includes four key vocational specializations, each consisting of 84 training hours:

🔹 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
🔹 Fashion Design and Tailoring
🔹 Beauty and Hairdressing
🔹 Pastry and Bakery Production

In addition, the program includes a comprehensive package of life and employability skills, covering:

✅ Job Readiness Skills (CV Writing, Interview Skills, and Communication Skills)
✅ Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Skills
✅ Financial Literacy and Basic Budgeting Skills
✅ Work Ethics and Professional Conduct

The project targets:

• Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
  • Members of Host Communities
  • Unemployed Youth
  • Women with Limited Access to Livelihood Opportunities

These interventions aim to equip beneficiaries with market-relevant vocational skills, enhance their opportunities for employment or self-employment, and support income-generating activities that contribute to improved living conditions, greater self-reliance, and a more sustainable economic future.