The Women's Department of the Yemeni Islah Congregation in the interim capital, Aden, praised the prominent role played by Yemeni women in building the family and society, despite the difficult humanitarian and economic conditions that the country is going through.
The department stressed, in a statement issued today, Saturday, on the occasion of International Women's Day, that Yemeni women were and still are a symbol of steadfastness and sacrifice, contributing to the renaissance of society and bearing their responsibilities with all courage.
The statement published by the Islah Net website renewed the emphasis on supporting women's rights and the importance of empowering them and enhancing their participation in all fields, in a way that ensures building a more just and free society.
It appreciated the pioneering role of the Islah women, who contributed effectively to social and political reform, worked for national unity and women's rights, and played an important role in decision-making.
The statement touched on the living challenges facing the people of Aden, with the deterioration of basic services and the high cost of living, calling on the competent authorities to urgently intervene to find solutions that guarantee a decent life for citizens.
The department issued an urgent humanitarian appeal to address the issue of those forcibly disappeared in Aden, stressing the need to release them or bring them to fair trials, based on the principles of human rights and justice.
The Women's Department in Islah in Aden also paid tribute to every Yemeni woman who struggles for her rights and stands up to challenges, noting that empowering women is the cornerstone of achieving the desired change and reform.