YEMEN HARBOR PROJECT
Restoring livelihoods and resilience for fisherfolk in Yemen through equipment, training, and sustainable market access.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
After years of protracted conflict, Yemen’s fishing communities are struggling to survive. Once a vital economic lifeline, the fishery sector has been devastated by insecurity, displacement, fuel shortages, and import restrictions. With production down by 50% since the war began, thousands of families face hunger, loss of income, and collapsing resilience.
The HARBOR project is Action For Humanity’s response - a one-year project to restore livelihoods for vulnerable fisherfolk in Sana’a and Hudaydah. By providing equipment, training, and pathways to local markets, the project will help 300 fishermen and their families regain stability, dignity, and the ability to support their communities.
300
FISHERMEN
Supported with boats, gear, and essential fishing tools.
450
TRAINING
Through 45 sessions on fisheries management, conflict resolution, and resource mobilisation.
50%
INCREASED INCOME POTENTIAL
As fisherfolk regain access to equipment, markets, and sustainable fishing practices.
WHAT WE ACHIEVED
+We have supported over 300 fishermen in Yemen since 2019 with boats, gear, and training.
+Completed surveys and focus groups in Hudaydah to identify exact needs and costs.
+Built strong partnerships with local authorities and fishery clusters for access and coordination.
+Assembled an expert team with $20m experience delivering livelihood projects in Yemen.
WHAT IS NEXT?
+Distribute 150 boats and critical gear to vulnerable fishermen/women.
+Deliver 45 training sessions for 450 fisherfolk.
+Link fishing households to local markets to strengthen income streams.
+Establish monitoring and evaluation systems to measure long-term impact.
