FIGHT CHOLERA AND SAVE YEMENI LIVES

by Support Yemeni Society Organization for Development SYS

Summary

Deep concern over a potential rapid spread of coronavirus in Yemen. "The factors are all here. Low levels of general immunity, high levels of acute vulnerability & a fragile, overwhelmed health system," said Ms. Lise Grande, the HC in Yemen. The basic materials and aids are not available due to this civil war. SYS presents this program to combat the spread of infectious diseases and provide some means of prevention in many neighborhoods, mosques, restaurants, as well as the markets.

$50,000
total goal

$43,564
remaining

31
donors

2
monthly donors

2
fundraisers

4
years

Challenge

The threats of the Cholera epidemic spreading in Yemen are so genuine. The UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Yemen, Lise Grande confirmed that deep concern over a potential rapid spread of coronavirus in Yemen. "The factors are all here. Low levels of general immunity, high levels of acute vulnerability & a fragile, overwhelmed health system. SYS Organization aims to create an appropriate healthy environment free from viral and infectious diseases for about 10,000 Yemeni citizens in Sana'a, Yemen.

Solution

The overall objective of this project is to create an appropriate healthy environment free from viral and infectious diseases for about 10,000 Yemeni people including refugees and displaced people in Sana'a, Yemen. SYS for Development estimates that the number of citizens who benefit from this project will amount to one hundred thousand citizens, who will receive sterilizers, masks, and guides, as well as sterilizing clean drinking water and sanitary ware for six months.

Long-Term Impact

Implementing this project will lead to a long-term impact on the targeted people in Yemen. It will contribute effectively in raising the hygiene awareness for Yemeni people. Moreover, SYS Organization will take the following actions 1) Constant communication with the local authorities. 2) Communicate with business donors to support the post-business project. 3 )Create an environment free from viral and infectious diseases.