Yemeni Youth Migration

Haneen Al-Wahsh – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Life in Yemen is getting darker and more complicated. Illegal migration is becoming the only escape route for many young Yemenis, the only way out, despite the numerous dangers, the worst being drowning – a fate that has claimed countless young migrants’…

Ahmed Bajoaim – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Emigration has become a major trend among young Yemenis lately. The main reasons are the economic, social, and political challenges facing the country. The ongoing armed conflict has severely worsened the economic situation, leading to business closures and skyrocketing unemployment. Young Yemenis…

Yasmine Abdulhafeez – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Ahmad Salim (a pseudonym) supports his family: three sisters, his mother, wife, and child. He decided to illegally immigrate to a European country after life in Yemen became unbearable due to the deteriorating living conditions and the difficulty of providing a decent…

Hebah Mohammed – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) In a world experiencing rapid change and multiple challenges, Yemeni youth abroad remain a symbol of determination and perseverance. Their experiences are diverse, stemming from both legal and illegal migration decisions. They embark on a journey seeking stability and success in new…

Ahmed Bajoaim – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Yemen faces enormous challenges due to years of economic, political, and social turmoil, pushing many young people to seek better opportunities abroad, regardless of the risks. As emigration surges, concerns grow about its impact on Yemeni society and its future development. Voice…

Yasmine Adbulhafeez – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Yemeni youth emigration is a major challenge in the country’s current difficult circumstances. A huge gap reveals the suffering and turmoil pushing young people to seek better lives abroad. Numerous reports from international and local organizations address the causes of this emigration.…

Haneen Al-Wahsh – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) A UN Population Fund (UNFPA) report from January to March 2024 highlights Yemen’s ongoing humanitarian crisis, nine years into the conflict. Over half the population—around 18.2 million people—need aid in 2024. Recent regional conflicts have worsened the situation, adding to existing risks.…

Hebah Mohammed – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) At the moment of saying goodbye, the dreams of young people unfold far from their homeland, leaving behind friends, loved ones, and possibly a rich history of roots and belonging. “Youth migration” is a concept that carries complex social and psychological transformations,…

Alia Mohammed – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Since 2015, Yemen has been grappling with multiple political and economic crises resulting from the ongoing conflict and its repercussions. This has led to an unprecedented deterioration in living conditions, triggering significant waves of emigration in search of better opportunities and a…

Hanan Hussein – Sawt Al-Amal (Voice of Hope) Amid armed conflicts and their far-reaching consequences, including Yemen’s deteriorating economic situation, young Yemenis are driven by great ambitions and dreams across diverse fields. Many actively seeking opportunities that promise income and stability, enabling a dignified life—even if it means risking their…