The Justice 4 Yemen Pact is committed to empowering our members to maximize the impact and reach of their advocacy, education, and research efforts. Here are some of the recent highlights from the work of Coalition members.
Under the SPARK program, transitional justice efforts in Taiz Governorate are entering a new phase, with two pioneering restorative justice initiatives already underway and three more being prepared by SPARK partners. These efforts aim to restore dignity, promote accountability, and foster healing in communities deeply affected by violence and marginalization. The first initiative, Al-Qatara Massacre […]
DT Institute, in collaboration with members of the Justice4Yemen Pact (J4YP), is advancing transitional justice in Yemen through a coordinated awareness and advocacy campaign aimed at promoting inclusion, accountability, and reconciliation. This initiative is grounded in the findings of the Path Toward Peace study, conducted under the SPARK project, which revealed that nearly half of […]
As part of its sustained advocacy for human rights and accountability, the Yemeni Coalition for Monitoring Human Rights Violations (YCMHRV) convened its second official meeting with the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Legal Affairs and Human Rights to follow up on the implementation of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) recommendations accepted by the Internationally Recognized […]
In Taiz, security is not just fragile โ it is fractured from within โ facing mounting challenges as state institutions charged with protecting civilians are struggling with performance issues, contributing to a growing sense of uncertainty among the population. The security landscape in the city is marked by complexity and shaped by multiple factors, including […]
After more than a decade of devastating war in Yemen, justice has become, not just a legal obligation, but a humanitarian imperative for hundreds of thousands of victims who have lost loved ones, suffered from enforced disappearances, lived under bombardment, experienced bitter displacement, been ravaged by hunger, and denied basic rights. These people are not […]
Incident: Injury of Child Iyad in Maqbana Date: December 1, 2024 Location: Al-Bumiyah market in Al-Barasha subdistrict, Maqbana District, western Taiz Governorate Type of Violation: Drone Strike Introduction Activity in the popular Al-Bumiyah market in Al-Barashah area of โโthe Maqbanah district, west of Taiz Governorate, peaked an hour before noon. On Sunday, December 1, 2024, […]
“I used to feel proud walking around the neighborhood in military uniform, but later I saw death with my own eyes, and I saw my childhood slipping awayโฆ” Thatโs how Mohammed (a pseudonym), a 15-year-old boy, recounts his journey from the school bench to military trenches, where his small dreams turned into a pain far […]
On World Press Freedom Day, Justice4Yemen Pact and other rights groups call for urgent action to protect journalists in Yemen. 3 May 2025 โ On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, over 40 Yemeni, regional, and international human rights organizationsโincluding the Justice4Yemen Pact coalitionโexpress grave concern over the ongoing and intensifying crackdown on press […]
Incident: Explosion in a classroom at Al-Qulais School injuring 34 children Date: August 25, 2024 Location: Al-Qulais School, Bani Matar District, Sana’a Governorate Type of Violation: Explosion caused by stored ordnance โ use of school for military purposes Map link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kTEWADinJQMDKmyD8 Preface: The children of Al-Qulais village in the Bani Matar district of Sana’a Governorate […]
In Yemen, the conflict rages not only through airstrikes and armed clashes but through a more insidious form of warfareโone waged through screens, headlines, and digital platforms. The conflict parties have transformed the media into a weapon of war, using disinformation and propaganda to justify repression, crush dissent, and reframe human rights violations as acts […]
Violation:ย Detention of the child Amjad Marai in the Old City of Ibb Date:ย September 19, 2024 Location:ย Amjad was arbitrarily detained in the Ahwal Ramadan neighborhood in the Old City of Ibb, Ibb Governorate, which is controlled by the Houthi group. A wide-scale detention campaign took place in September 2024, coinciding with popular calls […]
On this International Day for Mine Awareness, the Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition calls for an immediate end to the use of landmines in Yemen. Landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERWs) continue to devastate communities, leaving behind fear, casualties, and long-term suffering. With Yemen ranking among the most heavily mined countries, urgent action is needed to […]
For two harrowing years, Yemeni Journalist Ahmed Maher languished behind barsโbeaten, tortured, and unjustly accused. But after relentless advocacy from the Justice 4 Yemen Pact (J4YP), local journalistsโ rights organizations, and international stakeholders, Maher walked free on January 18, 2025. His acquittal on December 25, 2024 marks a rare victory for journalists in Yemen, where […]
A decade into Yemenโs war, human rights organizations continue to document widespread violations, despite facing arrests, torture, and severe restrictions. The Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition asserts that lasting peace cannot be achieved without transitional justice, as accountability for past crimes is essential for reconciliation and stability. Human rights defenders operate in an increasingly hostile environment, particularly […]
The recent U.S. sanctions against Abdulwali Al-Jabariโa key figure in the coercive recruitment of Yemeni youth into the Russian-Ukrainian warโunderscore the critical role of human rights documentation in exposing and combating exploitation. Earlier this year, SAM Organization for Rights and Liberties, a member of the Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition, released an investigative report titled โDeath Trade: […]
We, the undersigned, strongly condemn the recent wave of arbitrary arrests carried out by the Houthi de facto authorities, targeting humanitarian workers and UN staff in Yemen. At least eight UN employees and dozens of staff from civil society organizations have been detained between January 23โ25, 2025, adding to an alarming pattern of repression against […]
On this International Day of Education, we the undersigned organizations and advocates, highlight the devastating impact of Yemen’s ongoing conflict on the education sector. Millions of children are deprived of their right to learn due to the destruction of schools, prolonged disruptions, and unsafe conditions. Teachers face delayed salaries and resource shortages, further undermining the […]
A recent report by the Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition, published by Daraj media, sheds light on the deteriorating human rights situation in Aden, Yemen. Activists, journalists, and civil society organizations face systematic violations under the Southern Transitional Council (STC), which acts as the de facto authority in the city. These abuses include arbitrary detentions, torture, and […]
DT Institute, in partnership with the Justice4Yemen Pact coalition, recently convened a series of high-level stakeholder meetings in Geneva to confront the multifaceted human rights crisis in Yemen. These critical discussions brought together international policymakers, civil society leaders, and regional stakeholders to address key challenges, including widespread impunity, the erosion of civic freedoms, and the […]
Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to advocating for human rights in Yemen amid the region’s critical challenges, the coalition conducted an advocacy mission to Geneva on January 14. Over the mission, the coalition engaged in high-level bilateral meetings with key stakeholders deeply involved in addressing Yemen’s human rights situation. These included representatives from the Human Rights […]
On December 29, 2024, the INSAF Center for Rights and Development, a partner of the SAFE project, hosted a strategic dialogue that emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination among stakeholders and decision-makers in the protection and promotion of children’s rights in Aden, particularly for marginalized groups such as Muhamasheen and internally displaced children (IDP). This […]
The SPARK project has officially launched its first activity, spearheaded by the J4YP coalition partners, SAM for Right & Liberates and Abductees Mother Association. This initiative aims to assess the Yemeni perspective on transitional justice and to evaluate the capacity of civil society to implement transitional justice activities effectively. SPARK partners are currently engaged in […]
SAFE project partner, INSAF Center for Rights and Development, is committed to harnessing the power of education to transform lives. On November 30th, the dedicated INSAF team successfully engaged 25 Muhamashen children and their caregivers in Al-Sheikh Othman, Aden, through inspiring and impactful educational sessions. This session was designed to creatively raise awareness about the […]
Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition is pleased to announce a specialized online training program on Transitional Justice, designed to promote national reconciliation and foster trust within Yemeni communities. This training welcomes participation from civil society organizations, activists, political parties, and diverse groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The program’s objectives include enhancing awareness and skills […]
A Daraj Media story by the Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition exposes widespread violence and impunity against Yemeni female journalists. Numerous documented cases of assault, harassment, and cyberbullying reveal a systematic campaign to silence their voices. Despite some legal action, pervasive obstacles, including a weak judicial system and armed group influence, hinder accountability, demanding urgent local and […]
Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition’s statement on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities details the dire situation of Yemen’s 4.9 million citizens with disabilities, significantly worsened by conflict and displacement. The war has drastically increased the number of people with disabilities, largely due to explosive weapons, resulting in severely limited access to education, healthcare, and essential […]
Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition and civil society organizations’ statement reveals a crisis of violence against women in Yemen, exacerbated by a decade of conflict. The country is reported as the worst place in the world for women, with a staggering 63% experiencing violence since the war began. Horrific statistics highlight the scale of the problem: over […]
A recent story by the Justice4Yemen Pact Coalition, published by Daraj media, exposes the pervasive and largely hidden crisis of child sexual abuse in Yemen. The conflict and deeply ingrained cultural norms create an environment of impunity for perpetrators, while victims face significant barriers to justice, including societal pressure to remain silent. The story highlights […]
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Supporting Awareness, Facilitating Enforcement of Childrenโs Rights in the Yemeni Conflict, Part II (SAFE II) Program. Building on the success of the first phase, this initiative aims to further protect Yemeni children from grave human rights violations (HRVs) during the ongoing armed conflict by enhancing their […]
After a decade of conflict in Yemen, pursuing peace has become a crucial need for Yemeni society. To advance the peace-building process, we are excited to launch our project, “Supporting Peace in Yemen through Accountability, Reconciliation, and Knowledge-Sharing” (SPARK). We are proud to implement this project in partnership with SAM Organization for Rights and Liberties […]
Produced by the Justice for Yemen Pact Coalition and published by Daraj Media An in-depth investigation reveals the Houthis’ strategic exploitation of the Gaza conflict to advance their child recruitment efforts in Yemen. Through poignant narratives and firsthand accounts, the investigation uncovers how the Houthis have manipulated the emotional impact of the Gaza war to […]
Details of horror, intimidation, and torment, various forms of abuse and humiliation, nothing escaped the memory of the four journalists as they recount eight bitter years in the Houthi prisons. ‘Cells of Slow Death,’ a documentary capturing their ordeal, and the story continuesโฆ
OVERVIEW From November 2023 to January 2024, J4YP coalition member Al Amal Women’s Foundation conducted a multimedia advocacy campaign entitled Your Silence Hurts Me as part of their ongoing Women Peacemakers project. The Women Peacemakers project works through a network of female human rights defenders (HRDs) in Hadramout to monitor, document, and investigate human rights […]
The undersigned organizations hereby express their solidarity with journalist Ahmed Maher, who is incarcerated at Bir Ahmed Prison under the custody of the Southern Transitional Council (STC). According to a credible and well-informed source, Maher initiated an open hunger strike last week demanding a prompt trial. Since his arrest in August 2022, the Specialized Criminal Court […]
Free Media Organization for Investigative Journalism seeks to enhance the methodology of investigative work to create a new future for Yemeni journalists. Free Media’s mission is to contribute to a free and enabling environment for journalists, activists, media professionals, and anyone in Yemen with something to say. Freedom of Expression and Opinion is a basic […]
As part of our World Children’s Dayโs advocacy campaign, YCMHRV has developed a short film, “Voice of Hope” explores the challenges and violations experienced by children in Yemen, focusing on attacks on education. The video sheds light on the struggles of children and teachers to uphold education amidst years of war and destruction, emphasizing the […]
Coalition member Free Media Center for Investigative Journalism conducted a campaign titled To Not Forget advocating for the release of journalists who have been murdered, harassed, and unjustly detained across three Yemen governorates from 2015 to 2022.
SAM for Rights and Liberties took to social media to shed light on the state of Yemenโs judiciary, draw attention to unfair summary trials, and advocate against arbitrary detention and harsh detention conditions. The campaign highlighted specific cases of unfair trials and illegal detention, including of journalists and human rights advocates, and allows the victimsโ […]
Coalition member Al-Amal held a workshop in the city of Seiyun for field monitors conducting monitoring and documentation of human rights violations. Over the course of a week, participants received instruction on tools for monitoring human rights violations, educating victims and community members on their rights, and conducting human rights advocacy.
Two Coalition Members, The Center for Strategic Studies to Support Women and Children and Al Amal Womenโs and Sociocultural Foundation issued a statement decrying the restrictions on womenโs freedoms imposed by the Houthi Group and calling for increased international engagement to protect the rights of women and girls. Through local movement building efforts, the two […]
The Justice 4 Yemen Pact represents a coalition of human rights organizations and civil society actors that are united for the promotion and protection of human rights in Yemen.
