Qobol al-Absi is a specialist in media, human rights, and refugee protection, boasting over 15 years of experience in program management, humanitarian work, field research, and development media. She currently serves as the President of the Qarar Foundation for Media and Sustainable Development. Al-Absi has worked with local organizations in the fields of human rights, child protection, and food security, and has contributed to studies on migration, asylum, and media literacy, among other topics.
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Youth as Drivers of Transitional Justice
This paper explores the significant yet often overlooked role of youth in Yemen’s transitional justice process. It is premised on the belief that any peace settlement must be accompanied by a transitional justice process to ensure its sustainability and to address all forms of injustice and violations that have occurred during the war. Crucially, … Read more
Feeling Forgotten: Yemeni Refugees, Host Countries, and the UNHCR
Since the outbreak of the war, Yemenis have sought to escape the scourges of violence, economic collapse, and political instability. Some have made arduous journeys to Djibouti, Somalia, and Somaliland[1] on small fishing boats to reach safety,[2] and now reside in their respective capitals.[3] Others have sought refuge in Ethiopia, where they are … Read more
The Struggle Far From Home: Yemeni Refugees in Cairo
Since 2015, the devastating conflict in Yemen has created a debilitating economic and humanitarian crisis and displaced millions of Yemenis. While the vast majority of displaced Yemenis remain within Yemen — around 3.65 million — Yemenis who do seek safety abroad most often flee to countries across the Arab world, including Egypt, Sudan, Djibouti … Read more