CARE International’s history in Yemen
CARE has worked in Yemen since 1992, initially providing relief to refugees fleeing conflict in the region and supporting development needs across the country. When civil war broke out in 1994, CARE provided humanitarian aid to affected communities.
Since the escalation of conflict in 2014-2015, Yemen has faced a prolonged humanitarian crisis marked by displacement, food insecurity, and the collapse of basic services. CARE has remained present throughout this period, responding to urgent needs while supporting communities as they cope with ongoing instability.
CARE and partners’ work in Yemen
Yemen continues to face one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with nearly two-thirds of the population in need of life-saving aid. Displacement, food insecurity, and malnutrition continue to affect families across the country, particularly young children and pregnant and breastfeeding women.
CARE and our partners work in seven governorates under the internationally recognized government. Programs are delivered through a combination of direct implementation and partnerships with national and local organizations, including women-led and women’s rights groups. CARE also collaborates with peer international NGOs to support coordinated emergency and early recovery efforts. Our work focuses on:
Food and water
We help communities increase access to food, water, sanitation, and hygiene services.
Health
CARE provides reproductive health services and supports access to essential care for women and families affected by the crisis.
Making the economy work
CARE supports livelihoods and cash aid programs that help families meet basic needs. Programs also include vocational training for young people to help them develop skills and improve their employment opportunities.
Crisis response
CARE provides humanitarian aid to communities affected by conflict and displacement and supports early recovery efforts where possible.
Equality for women and girls, men and boys
CARE works to ensure women and girls can safely access services, education, and economic opportunities during the crisis while addressing the specific risks they face in humanitarian settings.
Across all areas, CARE works closely with local partners to reach communities affected by the ongoing conflict.
Focus on women and girls
Women and girls are among those most affected by the crisis in Yemen and are central to CARE’s response.
CARE supports women and girls through reproductive health services, livelihood opportunities, and cash assistance that help strengthen household stability. Programs also promote safe and inclusive community support for women and girls affected by conflict.
Additionally, we support young people to expand access to education and vocational training, helping young women and men build opportunities for the future.
Through sustained humanitarian work and partnerships with local organizations, CARE aims to meet urgent needs while supporting longer-term stability for women, girls, and their communities in Yemen.
For more recent updates on CARE Yemen, see here.
