Establishment
The Yemeni Association for Thalassemia and Hereditary Blood Disorders was founded on April 15, 2000, by a group of patients’ parents and a distinguished assembly of physicians specializing in childhood and hereditary blood diseases. It is a non-profit, civil humanitarian organization dedicated to combating thalassemia and hereditary blood disorders, as well as providing care for affected patients. The association operates in accordance with its foundational charter and the principles of the Constitution and laws of the Republic of Yemen.
Vision
To lead in combating thalassemia and hereditary hemolytic blood disorders in Yemen
Mission
To provide an outstanding humanitarian model in the treatment and care of patients with thalassemia and hereditary hemolytic blood disorders, and to prevent these diseases through awareness and early screening, in partnership with relevant stakeholders.
Values
Independence
The association is independent and specialized in its humanitarian work
Equality
We provide our services to all patients registered with our centers, without discrimination.
Humanity
We work to alleviate the pain and suffering of patients with thalassemia and hereditary hemolytic blood disorders.
Quality
We provide our services to patients with high and exceptional quality, ensuring the satisfaction of beneficiaries and partners.
Voluntary Work
Our work is a humanitarian, non-profit effort based on volunteerism.
Objectives
- Assist and treat patients with thalassemia and hereditary hemolytic blood disorders.
- Establish specialized treatment centers and units for the care of thalassemia and hereditary blood disorder patients, in collaboration with relevant authorities.
- Raise awareness about thalassemia and hereditary blood disorders, and methods of prevention, in cooperation with concerned entities.
- Provide early screening services for individuals intending to marry.
- Advocate for the implementation of mandatory premarital medical screening laws, in partnership with relevant authorities, to prevent future generations from inheriting thalassemia and hereditary blood disorders.
- Support and encourage scientific studies and research related to thalassemia and hereditary blood disorders in Yemen.
- Provide psychological support and social care services for patients.
- Secure the necessary financial and human resources to implement the association’s projects and activities.
- Strengthen and develop the institutional framework of the association.
