Partner of the Week: Student Care Society, Yemen

The Student Care Society has been working on providing support, scholarships, sponsoring student centres, improving the educational environment, building the capacity of young people, and responding to educational emergencies in Yemen since 2000. The specialised educational organisation produces knowledge outputs by offering innovative initiatives and services for students and educational institutions to contribute to achieving social and intellectual advancement in the local community. 

The Student Care Society has implemented a variety of initiatives to improve social issues in student housing and universities: 

  1. Soft Skills Training Workshops:

Organising interactive workshops on communication skills, critical thinking, and time management to help students enhance their personal and social abilities. 

  1. Health Awareness Campaigns:

Conducting awareness campaigns on proper nutrition and the importance of mental health, in collaboration with healthcare professionals, to promote students’ health consciousness. 

  1. Community Service Projects:

Encouraging students to participate in volunteering projects that serve the community, such as cleanliness campaigns, educational workshops for children, or cultural activities, to foster social responsibility. 

  1. Cultural Events:

Hosting cultural events, including exhibitions, lectures, and seminars, that highlight social issues and support diversity and inclusion.  

  1. Sustainability Initiatives:

Implementing programmes to raise awareness about sustainability and environmental issues, such as recycling, waste reduction, and gardening in student housing facilities. 

Our Partnership 

 

The Student Care Society decided to join the Aflatoun network to share resources and tools and together have a greater impact on increasing social and financial awareness. They have been implementing Aflatoun’s Social and Financial Education curriculum and through this have made a significant contribution to community entrepreneurship programmes targeting university students, especially in the courses that focus on social and financial skills. This programme combines education with practical application, helping students gain a deeper understanding of their roles in society. 

 

“Give Me a Chance” Programme  

 

The initiative “Give Me a Chance” is a programme designed to equip recent graduates with essential social and financial skills, enabling them to integrate effectively into the job market. 

 

Programme Objectives 

 

Developing Social Skills:  Providing interactive workshops focused on communication, teamwork, and time management to enhance graduates’ ability to thrive in professional environments. 

 

Financial Awareness:  Offering educational content on money management, financial planning, and investment strategies to help graduates make informed financial decisions. 

 

Career Guidance:  Organising mentorship sessions with relevant experts to assist graduates in identifying suitable career paths. 

 

Practical Training:  Providing internship opportunities with local companies to offer hands-on experience and improve the graduates’ employment prospects. 

 

Support Network:  Establishing a network of Alumni who can offer guidance and mentorship to new graduates, to facilitate their transition into the job market. 

 

Expected Outcomes: Higher Employment Rates: Enhancing the graduates’ chances of securing suitable jobs. 

 

Improved Financial Literacy: Empowering graduates to manage their finances more effectively.   

 

Enhanced Personal Skills: Boosting graduates’ confidence and ability to navigate diverse work environments.