Mainstreaming Universal Accessibility in Urban Infrastructure – Lessons from Yemen

At Ehaar International, we view inclusive infrastructure as a cornerstone of equitable development. This World Bank report "Mainstreaming Universal Accessibility in Urban Infrastructure Projects in Yemen"aligns with our mission to support communities affected by fragility and conflict through inclusive planning and rebuilding strategies.

The report offers practical guidelines for integrating universal accessibility into urban infrastructure, drawing from the experience of the Yemen Integrated Urban Services Emergency Project (YIUSEP-II). It emphasizes the need for accessible design in public facilities, streetscapes, and transportation systems particularly in conflict-affected contexts where the needs of people with disabilities, the elderly, and other vulnerable groups are often overlooked.

Ehaar International recognizes the importance of these efforts in shaping more inclusive, resilient cities. This work reinforces our commitment to advancing infrastructure solutions that center dignity, access, and participation for all especially in fragile and post-crisis environments.

Click here to view the full World Bank report on Accessibility in Urban Infrastructure in Yemen

Virginia Tech LCI Faculty Development Initiative
At Ehaar International, we recognize the importance of leadership development in driving institutional change and building resilient systems especially in education and public service. The Faculty Development program by Virginia Tech’s Leadership and Culture Institute (LCI) aligns closely with our values. It focuses on cultivating faculty leaders who can shape inclusive, mission-driven environments in higher education.

Our Executive Director, Dr. Wafa Al-Daily, contributed to this initiative during her tenure at Virginia Tech, bringing insights that continue to inform Ehaar’s capacity building and consulting efforts. We invite our partners and peers to explore the LCI Faculty Development Flyer to learn more about this model of leadership training.

Post-Conflict Recovery and Development

Client: U.S. Department of State
Location: Iraq
Status: Completed

Ehaar International led efforts to support the recovery and revitalization of higher education institutions in Iraq following the ISIS conflict. Under the leadership of Dr. Wafa Al-Daily, Executive Director of Ehaar, the project focused on rehabilitating infrastructure and rebuilding academic capacity at Mosul and Tikrit Universities. Dr. Al-Daily directed all stages of the project from designing activities to stakeholder engagement ensuring alignment with both local priorities and U.S. development goals.

Key achievements included reestablishing key faculties and libraries, developing long-term academic partnerships, and delivering tailored capacity-building programs for Iraqi faculty and administrators. This initiative advanced Ehaar’s mission to empower institutions in fragile contexts and rebuild systems through education and strategic collaboration.

STEM Education Reform in Palestine

Client: World Bank / Ministry of Education & Higher Education, Palestine
Location: Gaza & West Bank
Status: Ongoing

As part of the SERATAC II initiative, Ehaar International is currently supporting education system reform in Gaza and the West Bank. Dr. Wafa Al-Daily serves as Project Manager and Lead Consultant, leveraging her extensive experience in education policy and development to guide national-level strategies aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of STEM education.

Through her leadership, Ehaar is supporting the design of policy frameworks, conducting professional development for educators and ministry officials, and advancing inclusive, evidence-based reforms that address educational inequities. The project reflects Ehaar’s continued commitment to driving sustainable development and innovation in fragile and conflict-affected regions.