Inclusive Development Research Center Discusses Research Proposals by Graduate Students

Inclusive Development Research Center Discusses Research Proposals by Graduate Students
Sana’a – Saturday, August 22, 2026
The Inclusive Development Research Center at Sana’a University today held a seminar to discuss the PhD dissertation proposal submitted by researcher Najoud Mohammed Al-Droubi, entitled:
“The Role of Governance in Local Community Development through the Achievement of Social Justice: A Case Study of Building Foundation for Development (2020–2025), Aden Governorate”
The proposal was supervised by Assoc. Prof. Abdulwahab Abdulqader, Principal Supervisor.
The Center also held a seminar to discuss the Master’s thesis proposal submitted by researcher Jameela Ahmed Rafiq, entitled:
“The Impact of Funded Small Enterprises on Achieving Economic Empowerment for Yemeni Women: An Evaluative Field Study in the Capital Secretariat – Sana’a
The proposal was supervised by Dr. Mohammed Mukarrad Al-Selwi, Principal Supervisor.
The discussion committee comprised the following academics:
• Dr. Halima Jahaf – Chair
• Assoc. Prof. Saud Al-Shawesh – Examiner and Academic Deputy
• Assoc. Prof. Elham Al-Rida – Examiner and Member
• Assoc. Prof. Abdulwahab Abdulqader – Examiner and Member
• Assoc. Prof. Sukina Hashim – Examiner and Representative of the Scientific Integrity Committee
• Dr. Mohammed Mukarrad Al-Selwi – Examiner and Supervisor
During the session, the two researchers presented their respective research proposals, outlining the research problems, objectives, significance, and methodology, as well as the theoretical and conceptual frameworks underpinning their studies, the proposed hypotheses, and the research instruments to be employed.
Following an extensive discussion by the committee members, the committee approved both research proposals, commending the researchers for their efforts and highlighting the significance of their respective topics in improving institutional performance and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of development work.
The discussion was attended by a number of interested faculty members and graduate students at the Center.









