In a remote area where rugged terrain and distant health facilities turn the search for medical care into a risk of its own — stands Saada, a midwife who has become a pillar of safety for women in her community in Al-Maghrabah Village, Bur’a District of Al-Hodeidah Governorate.

For many years, Saada practiced midwifery, assisting women through home births with experience she had gained over time. Yet she was always aware that her knowledge had limits, especially when facing complications during delivery — moments where her hands were tied, and hope was beyond her reach.

That reality changed completely when Saada joined the Emergency Obstetric Care Project by AGF in partnership with UNFPA. Through intensive training at Al-Sabeen Hospital for Maternity and Childhood in Sana’a, she gained advanced knowledge and professional skills to manage high-risk deliveries and save the lives of mothers and newborns during critical moments.

Reflecting on her journey, Saada says:

“Before the training, I had to refer any serious case outside the area because I didn’t know how to manage complications. Today, I’m able to take life-saving actions before it’s too late—for both the mother and her baby”

Saada has grown from a traditional midwife into one of her community’s most trusted healthcare providers. Her skills and quick response in emergencies have reduced the need for costly transfers, easing the burden on families with limited means.

For Saada, serving at the Al-Maghrabah health center is more than a job—it’s a life mission. Aware of the struggles local families face, she’s grateful for the project’s financial support, which helps her stay resilient and devoted to caring for every mother in need.

Saada’s story is not merely about a midwife learning new skills; it is a deeply human journey of a heart that became part of every safe birth — and of a woman who has grown into a symbol of trust and hope for her entire community.