Michigan – As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the capabilities of its research team and support Yemeni civil society organizations, the American Center for Justice (ACJ) organized a specialized human rights training course. The course lasted three days, from Saturday, July 5 to Monday, July 7, 2025, and was attended by 30 trainees, including ACJ researchers and representatives from several civil society organizations, such as the Yemeni Teachers’ Union and the Yemeni Journalists Syndicate.
The training was conducted virtually and aimed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills in key areas of human rights work.
The first day focused on international treaty-based mechanisms and professional methods for preparing shadow reports. The second day offered a comprehensive introduction to advocacy strategies and lobbying at both local and international levels. The program concluded on the third day with an interactive session on the importance of human rights networking, available opportunities, and various forms of collaboration.
The course was led by Dr. Ehab Sallam, an international human rights trainer from the Arab Republic of Egypt, who provided participants with tools for effective engagement and advocacy within UN platforms, drawing from his extensive experience in training and technical support for human rights organizations.
At the close of the training, Ms. Latifa Jamel, President of the American Center for Justice, delivered a thank-you speech in which she expressed her deep appreciation for Dr. Ehab Sallam’s valuable efforts and the rich content he delivered. She also praised the high level of engagement and active participation from the attendees, commending their commitment and the constructive discussions that characterized the sessions.
For their part, the participants expressed their sincere gratitude to the American Center for Justice for organizing this impactfult training program. They emphasized the relevance of the topics covered and called for more similar sessions that would enhance human rights performance and strengthen their ability to document violations and advocate effectively for victims’ issues.
ACJ affirmed that this initiative falls within its broader commitment to developing the competencies of professionals working in the Yemeni human rights field and equipping them with the expertise needed to actively monitor and document violations and advocate for human rights in international forums.
The American Center for Justice reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to conducting training and capacity-building programs as part of its strategy to support victims, promote accountability, and combat impunity in Yemen.
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