Significant Figures of YLDF
Dr. Antelak Almutawakel
Antelak Almutawakel holds a PhD in Gender from Tilburg University in the Netherlands. She is the co-founder and chairperson of the Youth Leadership Development Foundation, an assistant professor at Sana’a University, and a lecturer at the Inclusive Development Center. Dr. Almutawakel has been actively involved in peacebuilding as a member of several coalitions, including the National Dialogue Conference, the Constitution Committee, PACT, ICAN, and Development Champions.
Elizabeth Alexander
In 2000, Elizabeth Iskandar (wife of Sheffield CEO) began working as a volunteer for Girls
Catherine Hendel
Catherine "wife of the Director of the World Bank" joined as a volunteer in (Girls International Language Center), during the year 2002, she trained girls in the subject of scientific research methods within the educational mix of the Preparatory Program for Young Leaders (YLP), and provided swimming courses for girls, and worked for years in the International Center languages for girls.
Waleed Mohammed Al-Sabri
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, joined the institution in 2018 under the title of Coordinator of Monitoring and Evaluation and had an active role in this department.
Dr. Sawsan Al Refai
Board Member at YLDF, she is an expert in Public Policy and Advocacy, She holds a Master’s Degree in health policy, planning, and financing, from the London School of Economics and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Dr. Al-Refaie serves as the Women and Gender Equity Specialist in the Municipality of Ottawa since June 2019..
Mohammed Alasadi
He holds a Diploma in Human Resources Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration. He joined to YLDF in 2009 and worked as a volunteer for six months. Then he got a job as a storekeeper, then as a cashier, and currently he works as an assistant accountant. He had a major role in the work and development of the financial system and its modernization from the manual system to the automated system.
Sharif Abdul Karim
A project coordinator who holds a Bachelor’s degree in management information systems. He joined the Foundation in 2017 and is currently working as a coordinator in the Emergency and Livelihoods Unit.
Hamas Mansour Abu Hatem
I studied computer science at the Faculty of Computer and Information Technology, Sana'a University. She joined the Foundation in 2022 as a trainee in the Projects Unit. She contributed to the development of the Foundation's technical projects.
Hana Moqbel
Assistant in the Programs and Projects Unit, holds a master’s diploma in public law from the Yemeni Academy for Postgraduate Studies - Sana’a and a mini professional master’s degree in law from Taiz University. She joined the institution in 2017, specializing in protection projects and the political and economic empowerment of women, experience in international laws and agreements Especially with regard to the rights and issues of women and gender. She works as a legal advisor in many agencies and is a member of many local and regional feminist components.
Akram Hafez Allah Al-Khawlani
Bachelor of Business Administration graduate He joined YLDF team in 2006. He was assigned to various positions as Reporter, In charge of Stores and Purchasing, Human Resources Assistant, Currently working as Projects Assistant.
Asma Alqabati
Project Coordinator, holds a Bachelor’s degree in media, majoring in public relations and advertising, from Sana’a University. She joined the Foundation in 2010. She worked in programs and projects that aim to build capacities and empower young men/women in many social and economic aspects.
Samed Al-Samei
Bachelor of Journalism, Faculty of Mass Communication, Sana’a University, 2015. He worked as a coordinator for the Media and Communication Unit from January 2021 to August 2022. He contributed to the development of marketing and communication mechanisms in the Youth Leadership Development Foundation, and to raising the quality of content for social media, stories and reports, and he also contributed to the establishment of the website.
Manal Al-Marouni
She joined the Young Leaders Program (YLP) for high school graduates in the year 2009_2010, then she moved to work in the Foundation as a Project Coordinator in the year 2017 until the year 2021, and she had a prominent and important role in the projects that were established during this period.
Mohamed Nadeem
He holds a bachelor
Ayman Al-Shaibani
Data Management Assistant, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology Department from the University of Science and Technology 2016, more than three years of experience in data management and analysis, joined the institution in 2022
Aintilaq Alwashlii
Bachelor’s degree in Islamic studies, she joined the institution in 2008 as an administrative assistant in the Monitoring and Evaluation Unit and responsible for complaints. The institution has a great impact on her personality as she became more confident and a leader.
Fatima Ahmed
She joined the Foundation in the Young Leaders Program (YLP) in 2008, then worked on many projects as a volunteer, and then moved to work as an administrative assistant in the Projects Unit in the year 2021. The Foundation considers her motivation in community and civil work, and her name is associated with the name of the Foundation a lot.
Farah Al-sadoon
Trainer and Course Developer – Young Learners Farah’s passion has been to teach English as a second language and it has always motivated her to deliver more through her educational journey over the last twenty years. As a BA degree holder in Translation from Al-Mustansiriya University in Iraq, Farah has based her academic and professional career in translation, teaching and teacher education. She was given the privilege to teach semantics, translation, interpretation and Business Correspondence at university level and became a principal of an international school in the Middle East. Farah has been well known among her many students as an inspirational model, enjoying the challenge of making them love learning English language, and is now transferring these skills to training Arabic teachers. She has been chosen as an English Language Consultant for an education platform ( Thakhasus ) which provides high school graduates with academic advice on choosing their majors for registering in colleges and universities. Additionally, as a social responsibility, Farah has been a volunteer in helping special needs students (blind students) to learn English for several years. Areas of Expertise: Teacher Education, Training and Development, Translation
Mohammed Al-Mikhlafi
Bachelor of Accounting, Faculty of Commerce and Economics, Sana’a University. I joined the Foundation as a volunteer on the projects side, then a trainee in financial management. In 2018, I joined the position of assistant in the Procurement and Contracts Unit.
Ala' Hajar
She holds a Bachelor's degree in translation. English teacher, YLP program since 2017. I learned that working with young people gives a beautiful energy and prevents boredom, which has a great role in developing the language of YLP trainees and refining their language skills.
Doaa Hammoud Al-Mutawakel
Bachelor's degree in International Business Administration, she joined as a trainee in 2022, then she was employed as an administrative assistant for the YLP Young Leaders Preparation Program. Experience in administrative work such as facilitation, organization, archiving, follow-up, and others.
Jamala Abdullah
Bachelor's degree in translation, University of Modern Sciences, worked as an administrative assistant during the period 2020_2022, and moved around in many units such as purchases, stores, secretarial and social communication.
Ahmed Alshargabi
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 2016, currently working as a financial officer in YLDF He worked as a teaching assistant in some private universities, a financial trainer for some commercial companies, and a financial consultant for emerging companies. Contribute to the development of financial management mechanisms in YLDF, and to raising the quality of reports and teamwork within the financial unit team. Joined in YLDF in July 2018.
Ali Al-Maznai
was Senior Coordinator at Youth Leadership Development Foundation during the period of April 2018 – 2022 Aug. Ali has a bachelor degree in Management Information System MIS. Ali started to work with YLDF in 2014 as project coordinator and promoted to Sr. Programs Coordinator in April 2018. Since the engagement with YLDF, Ali has managed Development and Emergency with focus on Food Security and Livelihood Projects that address humanitarian situation in Yemen, all of which adhere to Sphere Standards and Core Humanitarian Standards, in addition to projects related to Child Protection and Peacebuilding. In 2016, Ali has contributed to the establishment of YLDF Emergency Programming. Since that time, Ali has led all emergency programing at YLDF.
Sarah Mofleh
BA in English Education, an English language teacher at the training center, she joined to YLDF in 2006, she learned a lot of things within the institution being the first work environment she joined, she has been working with young people for years and this is what restores her passion, vitality, activity and renewal always and pushes her to provide more for them on the scientific and life sides .
Akram Al-Matari
The institution's security officer, he joined to YLDF since 2017 and works to maintain security and protection throughout this period. For him, the institution is like a safe house and the employees are like one family, and he always strives to ensure security and safety for all
Alia Essam Al-Amrani
A graduate of the Faculty of Agriculture, Sana’a University, she joined the Sustainable Livelihood Opportunities, Vocational Training and Employment (SOLVE) program, then joined the YLDF as a trainee in some of administrative units such as finance and human resources. She gained practical experience in many matters such as communication, communication and administrative procedures.
Ferdous Al Mutawakel
HR and Operation Manager: Ferdous Al mutawakel officially joint Youth Leadership Development Foundation / Youth Economic Development Center in 2006 as a project Coordinator for two years for two projects; Youth Leaders Program (YLP) and Youth Civic Engagement Program (YCEP). Ferdous had worked in Education Office as a Manager of Public Relations and Educational Media Management during the period 1998 – 2006 then she had worked in the Ministry of Education – Girls’ Education sector as a manager of Monitoring department during the period 2008 – 2011. Finally, Ferdous again joint YLDF in November 2011 as an Operation and Human Recourse Manager She has a key role in development HR Manual and participate in development YLDF Policies
Ali Al-Haj
IT specialist with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Sana'a University. I have up to 7 years of experience in the field of information technology, networks, websites, and hosting, as well as downloading and customizing open-source systems like ERPNext and Odoo. He has contributed to enhancing security protocols and digital transformation within organizations, as well as implementing and customizing ERP systems.
ِAsmaa Honebir
Asmaa Honebir and I work at YLDF as a communication assistance and Digital Media. I have a bachelor
Karen Mirberg
Mrs. Karen Meerberg, "wife of the former Dutch ambassador to Yemen", accompanied by Dr. Al-Mutawakel, started the "Girls' World Initiative" in the summer of 1998, and through this initiative they worked as teaching volunteers. English language skills for girls, and continued to do volunteer work until she returned to the Netherlands in 2000, the initiative at that time still bearing the same name before the YLDF took its current name.
Dr. Gabool Almutawakel
Gabool al-Mutawakel is a Yemen civil society activist, and a co-founder of Youth Leadership Development Foundation (YLDF) in 2001– a local non for profit organization where she served as General Manager until 2011. Currently Gabool works at YLDF as senior consultant in project management, monitoring and evaluation. In 2013, Gabool co-founded Leaders for Education organization and since then have been managing the Leaders school as first project of the organization aiming to build State-of-the-art School in Yemen. Gabool also worked at Silatech International Foundation as the organization’s Country Manager in period 2014-2017. Recently, Gabool has completed her second master degree in International Development Policy at Duke University. Her first Master’s Degree was in NGOs and Development from the London School of Economics (2008).
Amal Yahya
Amal Yahya Executive Manager, holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Sana'a University's College of Education. With over 13 years of experience in managing development, humanitarian, and community projects, Amal has been involved in various initiatives aimed at building the capacities of young men and women, supporting local NGOs, councils, and government. She played a significant role in developing the MEAL unit and supervised numerous studies, evaluations, and strategic plans, which have enhanced the effectiveness of the YLDF programs and initiatives.
Safa Rawiah
Director General of YLDF since 2012, MA in International Development and Gender from the Center for Gender and Development Studies and Research, Sana
Kafia Al-Afif
Director of Community and Education Programs, she holds a bachelor
Amal Alkibsi
An academic mentor in the English language, she has been working as an academic supervisor for the Young Leaders Program for 20 years. She is a graduate of the Faculty of Commerce, Sana’a University. She worked on developing curricula and preparing an English language curriculum for beginners. She offered several courses, including teacher training (TKT).
Amina Al-Ajmi
A graduate of French literature, Sana'a University - a master's student in international development and gender. She joined the Foundation in May 2008. The Foundation is considered the most diverse and positive place in the nature of work, personalities, and dealings. She worked in project management and is currently working in supporting the project unit.
Suhaib Jaber
He joined the Foundation as a trainee for six months in 2017, then joined the position of Communications Assistant. He helped and contributed to the work of media campaigns on communication sites, especially in the YLP program, and the preparation of its identity. He also worked as a photographer, designer, and assistant in the production of video clips for Creativity for Social Justice programs. He also created the Foundation’s Instagram and Twitter pages.