Salwa Zakat Launches Model Village Project in Yemen
Under the slogan “Kuwait is by your side,” Salwa Zakat, an initiative of the Al-Najat Charity Association, is presenting the Salwa Village project in Yemen to philanthropists. The village serves as a comprehensive model for humanitarian and development projects aimed at transitioning families from inadequate housing conditions to a life of greater stability and dignity. The project goes beyond mere house construction; it provides an integrated system encompassing housing, a mosque, and a water source, thereby enhancing social stability and improving the quality of life for beneficiaries.
Thamer Al-Sahib, the engineer and director of Salwa Zakat at the Al-Najat Charity Association, stated that the village concept was conceived in response to the difficult humanitarian reality faced by many Yemeni families, particularly those who are self-respecting and reside in dilapidated homes or informal settlements lacking even the most basic amenities for a decent life.
He added that the project’s beneficiaries include impoverished families, households without heads, low-income families, those in need, patients, and other eligible cases. He emphasized that beneficiary selection is driven by a commitment to direct support to the most vulnerable groups and to maximize the impact of humanitarian projects.
Al-Sahib clarified that the village comprises 10 houses, each consisting of two rooms, a living room, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a courtyard, providing adequate living space that helps families settle and live in a safer, more private environment.
He noted that the village focuses not only on housing but also includes a mosque capable of accommodating approximately 145 worshippers, serving as a place of worship for the village residents. He affirmed that the presence of the mosque within the village’s infrastructure strengthens its religious and social dimensions.
Furthermore, the village features an artesian well benefiting 385 people, as well as birds and livestock. This represents a significant addition to the project, especially given the need of impoverished communities for safe and sustainable water sources. Water is not merely a service but a fundamental element for human stability and the improvement of health and living conditions.
He pointed out that such villages contribute directly to combating informality and improving the residential environment by relocating families from uninhabitable dwellings to organized housing units equipped with basic necessities. This positively impacts family health, psychological stability, and social well-being, while opening up better prospects for the future.
Al-Sahib stated that humanitarian and development projects of this nature align with sustainable development goals. They contribute to achieving several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing adequate housing, improving access to water, and enhancing health and social stability. He emphasized that modern charitable work is no longer limited to providing immediate relief but has evolved into creating sustainable solutions that address the root causes of need.
He clarified that the door for donations and contributions remains open, even for a single Kuwaiti Dinar.
Al-Sahib extended his gratitude and appreciation to philanthropists and benefactors who support Salwa Zakat projects, affirming that the humanitarian and developmental achievements realized are the fruit of their generosity. He prayed to God Almighty to accept their contributions as acts of righteousness, to protect Kuwait and its people, and to perpetuate the blessings of security and safety upon them and throughout all Muslim lands.
