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Meetings 2 min read 5 October 2026 Minister of State for Women’s Affairs Discusses with the Minister of Planning Strengthening Women’s Empowerment and Integrating Women’s Issues into Development Plans Minister of State for Women’s Affairs, Dr. Ahd Jaasous, discussed with Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Mohammed Al-Faqmi ways to strengthen women’s empowerment, integrate women’s issues into development plans, and expand women’s participation in government institutions.

Events and Conferences 5 October 2026 Minister of State for Women’s Affairs Participates in the Launch of a Workshop on Community Resilience and Building Adaptive Communities in Aden Minister of State for Women’s Affairs, Dr. Ahd Mohammed Jaasous, contributed to the launch of a workshop on community resilience and adequate housing, organized by the Ministry of Public Works and Roads in the interim capital, Aden, to mark the 2026 Arab and World Habitat Day. Read more

Meetings 4 October 2026 Minister of State for Women’s Affairs Discusses Proposals with the National Forum for Youth Leadership to Promote Women’s Economic Empowerment and Participation in Decision-Making Minister of State for Women’s Affairs, Dr. Ahd Mohammed Jaasous, reviewed with the National Forum for Youth Leadership for Decision-Making proposals to promote women’s economic empowerment, strengthen leadership capacities, and expand women’s participation in decision-making. Read more

Events and Conferences 30 September 2026 Minister of State for Women’s Affairs: Coordinated Efforts Are Essential to Strengthening Support for Women and Children Affected by Cancer Dr. Ahd Mohammed Jaasous underscored the importance of partnership among various stakeholders to expand access to care for women and children affected by cancer and enhance their access to the necessary treatment and support. Read more

International Cooperation 27 September 2026 Jaasous Discusses with UN Women the Importance of the National Strategic Plan in Yemen Minister of State for Women’s Affairs, Dr. Ahd Jaasous, met today in Aden with UN Women Representative in Yemen, Dina Zorba, to discuss strengthening cooperation on women’s issues and the importance of the National Strategic Plan in advancing women’s empowerment and participation. Read more

Meetings 27 September 2026 Minister of State for Women’s Affairs Discusses with “Southern Women for Peace” Strengthening Women’s Role in Government and Public Service Institutions Minister of State for Women’s Affairs, Dr. Ahd Jaasous, discussed with the “Southern Women for Peace” group ways to strengthen women’s participation in government and public service institutions, and support their access to decision-making positions and leadership roles. Read more

International Cooperation 31 March 2026 Yemeni Women Ministers Discuss Development and Women’s Empowerment with UK Ambassador The ministers of Planning and International Cooperation, Legal Affairs and Women’s Affairs discussed support for women-led ministries and development efforts with the United Kingdom’s Ambassador to Yemen. Read more