This article was written in the Yemen Observer paper featuring our latest event in Yemen

The Article:

The Save Yemen's Flora and Fauna (SYFF) organization hosted Monday an eco-tourism exhibition for school children and college students in one of the halls of the medical college.

The exhibition was sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, and opened by the Deputy Minister of Tourism Development Mr. Omar A. Babelgheith, and the Executive Director Mr. Ahmed A. al-Biel.

CEO for the SYFF Organization Dr. Amal al-Kibsi clarified that the exhibition is being held to give youth the chance to understand their country, and to instill in them awareness about the importance of saving the environment and promoting Eco-tourism in the country. Eco-tourism is a modern idea which rose from the need to conserve the natural and cultural heritage of people and countries, as well as contribute to sustainable development.

She added that the exhibition was divided into three main sections including Soqotra Island, the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, and a section dedicated to discouraging the use of Qat. She explained the beauty of Soqotra Island, and how it was nominated as a natural protectorate last year because of its rare beauty and species unique to the island. Species include the Dragon' Blood tree, some specimens of which are over four hundred years old, the Arabian leopard, the Golden-winged Grosbeak and the Aloe irafensis flower which was discovered by Dr. Abdul-Wali al-Khulaidi.

Dr. al-Kibsi expressed her thanks to Minister of Tourism Mr. Nabeel al-Faqeh for his endless support of conservation activities, and thanked the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, Diagnostic Medical Association and Medical Association for their efforts.

As a representative of the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation section, Mr. Mohammed al-Eryani said the Ministry of Irrigation participated in this exhibition to teach youth how to conserve water and protect their environment, and he thanked God that the exhibition successfully delivered its message to a large number of students.

One of the students, Basma Mohammed expressed her happiness at the exhibition's activities, having seen the beauty of Soqotra Island herself shown through a documentary which also demonstrated Yemen as the root of all civilization.

http://www.yobserver.com/reports/10015520.html

Date Posted: 1/14/2009 10:47:23 AM

MISSION: Love Your Country!!!

This event will be undertaken by SYFF members in collaboration with two other associations, the Medical and Laboratory Associations in Sana'a University. The event will promote awareness regarding the detriments of qat-chewing, drug use and smoking. In addition, through this event, the organizers will highlight the environmental and ecological problems currently facing Yemen.

The activities

1. Distribution of questionnaire among medical students to measure the level of environmental awareness, which will commence prior to the event and again after 1 month
2. Photo exhibition highlighting the nature of yemen, including Yemen's unique flora and fauna. In addition, there will be photos showing Yemen's beautiful culture. There will also be photos of the flood disaster that occured in Hadramout and Mahra Governates in eastern Yemen
3. Videos of Yemen
4. Lectures regarding the detriments of qat-chewing, drug use and smoking. Also, there will be lectures on the environmental and ecological problems currently facing Yemen
5. Fundraising items to raise funds for Yemen's flood victims in Hadramout and Mahra Governates
6. Contests or Competitions

Stakeholders

1. Sana’a University , Faculty of Medicine
2. SYFF Organization
3. The Medical Association (Sana'a University)
4. The Laboratory Association (Sana'a University)
5. Environmental Protection Authority
6. Ministry of Water and Environment
7. Socotra Archipelago Conservation & Development Programme
8. The British Council

This is the first environmental event to be undertaken in collaboration with the faculty of medicine. It will be reported in Yemeni News papers, Yemeni TV , and by telecommunication companies. Also, it will be attended by students from other departments from within Sana'a University and other universities.

For more information contact: SYFF Distinguished member Ahamd A. Mater at +967-777210997

Time and Place
Start Date: Saturday, January 5th, 2008 at 9:00am
End Date: Monday, January 8th, 2008 at 1:00pm
Location: Faculty of Medicine - Sana'a University
Street: Mathba7, 60 Street, Sana'a, Yemen

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Date Posted: 12/5/2008 10:59:23 PM

This event is hosted by the International Women's Association (IWA), Sanaa Chapter - Sheba Hotel, Sanaa

Speakers
David Stanton: David is an Instructor at the Sana'a International School.
Dr. Amal Alkibsi: Dr. Alkibsi is one of the CEOs and founders of Save Yemen's Flora and Fauna (SYFF).

Topic: Dr. Alkibsi will highlight the goals of SYFF and ongoing events of this non-profit organization.

Admission fee: 500 Yemeni Rials

Refreshments will be served!

Please RSVP to reserve your spot and please plan to arrive before 9:30 am.

If you have any questions regarding where it will be, Amal Alkibsi, will be available to answer questions. Please email her at aalkibsi@syff.org

Time and Place
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: SHEBA HOTEL
Street: Ali Abdolmoghni Street, Sana'a, Yemen

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Date Posted: 11/18/2008 7:50:13 AM

Heavy rains brought on by a tropical storm on October 23, 2008 caused flash floods in the eastern parts of Yemen, severely affecting the governorates of Hadramout and Al-Maharrah; both of which were declared disaster zones a day later on October 24. According to the most recent assessment by the Government of Yemen, more than 10,000 people have been displaced, 180 people killed and 40 are still missing. The floods have caused heavy damage to the local infrastructure destroying more than 2,000 houses, along with many bridges, roads, water distribution networks, power lines and telephone wires. Click here to donate now to Islamic Relief’s Natural Disasters Fund

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Islamic Relief's Emergency Response:
Islamic Relief staff in Yemen is on the ground monitoring the humanitarian situation and urgently requires funds to begin a response. There remain many people who are not reached by humanitarian assistance and are in dire need of emergency support. Islamic Relief plans on undergoing rapid assessments and interventions in the disaster zones on October 30, 2008. Immediately following need assessments, Islamic Relief plans to implement initial distributions of food and non-food items over a period of three months. The details of the response plan include distribution of food items for 3,500 households, and non-food items including; 3,500 kitchen kits, 25,000 blankets and 25,000 mattresses. Islamic Relief in Yemen is co-chairing the INGO (international non-governmental organizations) emergency response team and is also a member of the United Nations emergency response team.

Donate today to the Natural Disasters Fund

Dire Needs
There are substantial needs still going unmet across the affected region and donations are being accepted. Islamic Relief hopes to reach out to as many affected people as possible providing essential humanitarian and relief assistance. A list containing the immediate needs of the affected population has been issued by the Yemeni government that includes the following:

• food
• temporary tents
• blankets
• water purification
• quick fix bridges
• mobile hospitals
• kitchen utensils
• ambulances
• temporary housing for the internally displaced population.

Donate now to the Natural Disasters Fund to help those in need

Islamic Relief has been working in Yemen since 1998 on seasonal Ramadan and Udhiyah/Qurbani projects which have benefited over 25,000 people till date. Islamic Relief in Yemen also provides services in health, education and emergency assistance.

Facts on Yemen

• Total population: 20 Million
• Child Mortality Rate: 1 in 9 children die before their fifth birthday
• Literacy Rate: 54% of adults cannot read or write
• 31% of the population does not have access to improved water sources
• 42% of households live below the poverty line

Islamic Relief for YEMEN is also visiting the following areas:

Dearborn
November 14, 2008
Friday Khutbah
Masjid DIX Dearborn
9945 Vernor Hwy
Dearborn, MI 48120
(313) 849-2147

Detroit
November 14, 2008
Fundraising Dinner
Islamic Center of Detroit (ICD)
14350 Tireman St.,
Detroit, MI 48228
(313)584-4143

Bronx, NY
November 22, 2008
Fundraising Dinner
954 Intervale Ave.
Bronx, NY 10459

Brooklyn, NY
November 23, 2008
Fundraising Dinner
MAS American Society
1933 Bath Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 232 5905

Chicago
Location: Aqsa School
7361 W. 92nd St
Bridgeview, IL
Date and time: Sunday, November 16, 2008 at 6pm.
Tickets: $20 adults, $15 students, $10 children

Date Posted: 11/1/2008 8:03:47 PM

This is an open event for everyone. The agenda of this coming meeting will be:

1. Introduction
2. Goals of SYFF
3. SYFF BYLAWS
4. establishment of SYFF in Yemen
5. members and the elections options
6. Concerns, Suggestions, Advice, other issues
7. Closing Remarks & Professionalism
8. Next meeting

If you have any questions regarding where it will be, Amal Alkibsi, will be available to answer questions. Please email her at aalkibsi@syff.org

Time and Place
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2008
Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Location: Behind the Ministry of Youth and Sports - Dr. Abdul Aziz Al-Makalih's Research and Studies Auditorium
Street: Baghdad Street, Sana'a, Yemen

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Date Posted: 8/18/2008 7:32:06 AM