EU Grants Humanitarian Aid to Strengthen Legal Protection for Refugees in Yemen - EUROPE SAYS
Aden — The European Union has announced a new humanitarian grant to provide legal protection for thousands of refugees and asylum seekers in Yemen, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said Tuesday. In a press. . .
Aden — The European Union has announced a new humanitarian grant to provide legal protection for thousands of refugees and asylum seekers in Yemen, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) said Tuesday. In a press release, UNHCR welcomed the €1 million ($1. 1 million) contribution from the EU’s Directorate-General for Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), which will support legal assistance for nearly 13,000 refugees and asylum seekers across the country. The funding will enable UNHCR and its partners to deliver services such as registration, documentation, and legal identity, allowing refugees to access education, healthcare, and other essential services while safeguarding their rights and ensuring safe mobility within Yemen. UNHCR noted that the program will also provide legal counseling and assistance in cases involving rental disputes, detention, civil documentation, and birth registration. Specialized services will include child protection, prevention of gender-based violence, early identification of vulnerable individuals, safe referrals, and survivor-centered support. According to UN estimates, Yemen currently hosts more than 64,000 refugees and asylum seekers, primarily from Somalia, Ethiopia, Syria, Eritrea, Iraq, and Sudan. The ongoing conflict and economic crisis have deprived many of them of legal documentation and access to basic services, heightening their vulnerability. UNHCR emphasized that the EU’s support is vital to sustaining protection programs at a time when refugees and asylum seekers in Yemen face mounting challenges amid protracted conflict and humanitarian strain. Tags:Refugees