The British Yemeni Society

A charity, promoting friendship and understanding between the people of UK and Yemen.

what we do

What we do – Charitable Work

Our charitable works include donations, talks and events to raise awareness and making academic grants towards study about or in Yemen.

tonometer donated to Ras Morbat clinic

In December 2021 the British Yemeni Society (BYS) provided a tonometer (a valuable diagnostic tool used for testing the fluid pressure inside the eye) to the Ras Morbat Eye Clinic in Aden.

We are grateful to all those who made this possible, and to those who continue to contribute to the BYS Appeal for Yemen.

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THE BYS YEMEN CRISIS APPEAL

Jun 4, 2019 | Charitable Works

Since the start of the current conflict in Yemen and in response to the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation in the country, The British–Yemeni Society has been running its Yemen Crisis Appeal. The Society collected from members and friends more than £30,000...

Helping the Ras Morbat Clinic

Jul 12, 2018 | Charitable Works

In mid-2018, B-YS received a request from the Ras Morbat clinic in Aden for help with replacing their air conditioning units. B-YS was pleased to fund the purchase and installation of five units, making conditons for patients and doctors a little more comfortable in...

ZUBAID HEALTH CENTRE IN DHALA

Aug 31, 2015 | Charitable Works

In 2014 the British Yemeni Society supported a proposal submitted through the al-Dhala Community Resource Management Project (ACRMP) for the supply of equipment for the laboratory of the then non-functioning Zubaid Health Unit in the al-Dhala Governorate for a total...

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What We Do – Academic Grants

As part of its educational mission, the British Yemeni Society offers up to £1,000 annually to assist with academic study related to Yemen. Applications are invited from anyone carrying out research in, or on Yemen, at a university, preferably one that is based in Britain or Yemen.

Applicant’s nationality is irrelevant. Applications may be made to assist with study in any subject or field, so long as it is concerned with Yemen, and is for a specific qualification (e.g., BA, MA, PhD etc.). Post-Doctoral researchers may apply but will only be considered should no more junior applicant approach the Committee.

Since 2010 the Society has made available a total of more than £6,000 to scholars for a variety of studies on Yemen.

How to apply

Applicants should apply by email to the Secretary of the Society. Please provide:

•a 300-word abstract of the study

•a recommendation from the applicant’s supervisor.

•A brief CV.

The deadline for applications is 31 May. However, because of the variability in the number of applications received every year and current conditions in Yemen, anyone interested is encouraged to contact the Secretary in the first instance, even after the annual deadline.

Successful applicants will be required to make an acknowledgment of the grant in their thesis or dissertation. They will also be expected to make a presentation to the Society and/or contribute an article to the BYS Journal on the results of the research assisted by the grant.

If you require any further information or wish to discuss an application, please contact the Secretary.

Apply by email