USAID/OFDA Yemen Program Map 3/17/2011

The country's geography is characterized by a diverse landscape, with mountains, valleys, and coastal plains. The capital city, Sanaa, is situated in the northern highlands, while the port city of Aden is located on the southern coast. The country is divided into 22 governorates, including Ta'izz, Dhamar, Ibb, and Aden. The governorates of Hadramaut, Al Maharah, Al Jawf, and Shabwah are located in the eastern and central regions, while the governorates of Marib, Lahj, and Abyan are situated in the southern part of the country. The governorates of Sa'ada, Hajjah, and Amran are located in the northern highlands, while the governorates of Al Bayda, Dhamar, and Al Hudayda are situated in the central and western regions. The humanitarian situation in Yemen is complex and has been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict. The country has faced significant challenges in terms of food security, access to healthcare, and shelter. The conflict has also led to a significant displacement of people, with many forced to flee their homes in search of safety. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has provided significant assistance to Yemen through its Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) and the Food for Peace (FFP) program. The State Department's Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) has also provided funding for humanitarian assistance in Yemen. The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has played a key role in coordinating humanitarian response efforts in the country. The humanitarian response in Yemen has involved a range of actors, including the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the World Food Programme (WFP), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the World Health Organization (WHO). The response has focused on providing assistance in areas such as food security, nutrition, shelter, and healthcare. The response has also involved the provision of logistics and relief commodities, as well as support for humanitarian coordination and information management. The humanitarian situation in Yemen remains critical, with ongoing conflict and displacement continuing to exacerbate the crisis. The international community has a critical role to play in supporting the humanitarian response in Yemen, and continued assistance is needed to address the needs of affected populations.