PASS Foundation – Peace for Sustainable Societies is an independent, voluntary, non-profit organization. It was officially established in January 2020 in Aden Governorate and is accredited by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor. PASS builds on a long-standing civic experience led over the years by its founders across various fields of work.
PASS works to promote social cohesion and build sustainable peace, and to empower local communities, guided by the principles of justice, good governance, and community participation, with a particular focus on youth and women. The Foundation has extensive hands-on experience in peacebuilding and governance, local and community development, and youth and women’s empowerment.
Since its establishment, PASS has implemented high-impact programs in partnership with national and international organizations. These efforts have contributed to the establishment of local peace councils, the formation of civil and women-led coalitions, and the delivery of tangible service and development projects across multiple sectors.
PASS interventions have reached thousands of beneficiaries and have helped strengthen trust between communities and local authorities, while reinforcing the role of civil society as a key actor in peace and development.
PASS is distinguished by its ability to link grassroots community work with national and international influence through advocacy, knowledge production, and strategic partnerships, thereby enhancing the sustainability of its impact and advancing societal transformation in Yemen
Basic Information
City
Aden
Type of organization
Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion
Year Established
2020
Areas of Work
Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion Developmental Women’s & Human Rights
Work Sector
Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion
- Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion
- Conflict Resolution & Mediation
- Youth & Women in Peace Processes
Developmental
- Local Governance and Institutional Capacity Building
- Community Engagement and Local Development
Women’s & Human Rights
- Combating Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
- Legal Aid for Vulnerable Groups
- Gender Mainstreaming in Development Programs