Amideast/Yemen

Our Story Amideast is a leading American nonprofit organization founded in 1951, engaged in international education, training, and development activities across the Middle East and North Africa. Its vision is a world where all people have access to opportunities that enable them to go as far as their dreams, talents, and dedication can take them. The mission is to create hope, opportunity, and mutual understanding among people in the MENA region and the United States through life-changing education and cultural exchanges. Operating with an annual portfolio of $51 million and more than 500 staff across over 20 offices in 11 MENA countries—including Yemen—Amideast expands educational access, empowers women and youth, and strengthens institutions. The organization partners with governments, universities, and private sector leaders to deliver programs that prepare individuals for success in the global economy. Programs & Trainings 🎓 Learn English — Comprehensive English language programs serving tens of thousands of individuals annually across the MENA region to improve proficiency, communication, and professional readiness. 🎓 Develop a Skill — Corporate and individual training programs that prepare participants for the demands of the modern global economy through targeted skills development. 🎓 Take a Test — Academic and professional testing services offering expertise in assessment delivery, score reporting, and exam preparation for institutions and individuals. 🎓 Study in the USA — Advising services providing accurate, comprehensive, and unbiased information about educational opportunities, application processes, and scholarships in the United States. 🎓 Advancing Development Goals — Institutional strengthening initiatives that support effective public and private sector organizations to meet social and economic needs and drive sustainable development. 🎓 Education Abroad in the MENA — Programs for international young people to study Arabic, learn about MENA cultures, and interact with local communities to foster mutual understanding. 🎓 Fulbright Foreign Student Program — Premier graduate scholarship program enabling international students to pursue master's and doctoral studies in the United States. 🎓 Youth Exchange and Study (YES) — High school exchange program that places young students in U.S. schools and host families to develop leadership and intercultural skills. 🎓 Arab Women’s Entrepreneurship Project (AWEP) — Women-focused initiative providing mentorship, business skills, and networking opportunities to help female entrepreneurs launch and grow ventures. 🎓 Hope Fund — Scholarship program designed to help underserved youth access higher education and develop into global citizens with drive and passion. 🎓 HEI Public University Scholarships — Higher Education Initiative scholarships supporting deserving students to attend public universities and pursue careers that serve their communities. Specialties 🎯 English language acquisition and proficiency training 🎯 Professional skills development and workforce readiness 🎯 Academic and professional testing and assessment 🎯 U.S. higher education advising and student mobility 🎯 Institutional capacity building and development consulting 🎯 Cultural exchange and mutual understanding programs 🎯 Youth empowerment and leadership development 🎯 Women’s entrepreneurship and gender equity initiatives 🎯 Arabic language and regional studies for international learners Methods & Approach Amideast combines classroom-based instruction, experiential learning, standardized test preparation, and one-on-one mentorship within a cross-cultural framework. The organization leverages deep local knowledge through its country offices—including Aden, Yemen—while maintaining rigorous American academic and professional standards. Programs are delivered in partnership with governments, corporations, and educational institutions, ensuring localized relevance and measurable outcomes. Who It's For Individuals at all levels seeking to improve English proficiency; students and professionals preparing for academic or professional examinations; youth and women pursuing entrepreneurship, leadership, or exchange opportunities; companies and organizations investing in workforce development; institutions requiring technical assistance and capacity building; and international students seeking Arabic language immersion and MENA regional studies. Facilities & Practical Info Amideast operates an office in Aden, Yemen, as part of its network of more than 20 offices across 11 MENA countries. Programs are delivered through in-person instruction, advising centers, and examination venues, with English and Arabic language options available. Course schedules, intake dates, and formats vary by location and program; participants should contact the Yemen office or visit the website for current registration details and calendars. Location Address: Aden, Yemen Hours: See website for schedule The "+" ✅ Over seven decades of expertise in international education, training, and development across the MENA region ✅ Integrated portfolio spanning language training, testing, scholarships, and institutional strengthening ✅ Strong partnerships with the U.S. Department of State, Fulbright, Citi, OCP, PMI, World Learning, ILO, and Prometric ✅ Proven scale and impact: in 2022, Amideast served 1,950 exchange students, 19,000 youth and women, 40,000 trainees, 100,000 advising recipients, and 140,000 test-takers ✅ Mission-driven nonprofit approach focused on sustainable community impact, mutual respect, and cross-cultural understanding