Who We Are
An independent Yemeni foundation bridging strategy and implementation for sustainable impact in complex environments.
Adaa' Foundation is an independent Yemeni foundation established in 2018, specializing in institutional performance, evidence-based decision support, and capacity development for local actors operating in complex environments.
We bridge the gap between strategy and implementation, ensuring that programs, institutions, and investments translate into verifiable results, enabling organizations to achieve measurable and sustainable impact.
Our multidisciplinary team brings decades of expertise in strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, governance reform, and digital innovation. This expertise is grounded in long-term operational experience within Yemen and the wider Middle East, and aligned with international standards and donor expectations.
We are committed to fostering productivity, agility, and accountability through localized initiatives and partnerships that engage conflict-affected communities, civil society organizations, local NGOs, public institutions, the private sector, and donors.
At a Glance
2018
Institutional Performance
Multiple Governorates
Yemeni-Led
A resilient Yemen where local institutions and actors lead sustainable transformation through innovative systems that perform effectively, adapt through evidence, and deliver tangible results.
To strengthen the performance, governance, and accountability of local institutions by delivering evidence-based analysis, adaptive systems, and practical solutions that support informed decision-making and locally driven, sustainable impact.
What Drives Us
Locally Rooted
Yemeni-led with unmatched contextual intelligence and cultural fluency. Our leadership team provides the political sensitivity required for effective programming while maintaining the technical rigor expected by international partners.
Evidence-Based
Turning data into decisions that drive measurable impact. Our rigorous methodologies, real-time data collection, and independent verification ensure accountability and learning across all our engagements.
Innovative
Applying responsible technology to solve complex challenges. From AI-powered tools to geospatial analysis and digital transformation advisory, we bring practical innovation to humanitarian and development contexts.
Adaptive
Delivering in the most complex, shifting environments. Operating successfully through conflict escalations, currency crises, and access constraints, we've maintained uninterrupted service delivery when others couldn't.
Impact-Oriented
Focusing on sustainable, lasting change. Our systems-based approaches, capacity strengthening, and institutional resilience building ensure that our work creates enduring value for communities and organizations.
Leadership
Our leadership team combines deep local expertise with international experience, delivering the contextual intelligence and technical excellence that complex programming demands.
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Executive Director
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Director of Operations
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Head of M&E
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Head of Innovation
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Who We Work With
We collaborate across the humanitarian-development-peace nexus with a diverse range of partners committed to Yemen's sustainable future.
Local Communities
Conflict-affected populations
UN Agencies & INGOs
International organizations
Donor Agencies
Funding consortia
Government
Institutions & local authorities
Civil Society
National & grassroots NGOs
Academic Institutions
Think tanks & research
Private Sector
Business entities
Development Partners
Strategic alliances
Ready to Work Together?
Partner with us to achieve lasting impact in Yemen through evidence-based, locally-driven solutions.