In a forgotten corner of Al-Salafiyah District in Raymah Governorate, Shurooq was battling heavy emotional burdens and psychological distress that had driven her into social isolation. Her solitude wasn’t a choice, but rather the result of difficult circumstances and a chronic health condition that deeply impacted her daily life and self-esteem.

But light slowly began to seep back into her world when she joined the psychosocial support sessions delivered by a specialist under the Maternal and Newborn Health – Emergency Obstetric Care Project. These sessions helped Shurooq reclaim a part of her spirit and opened a small window to hope.

The turning point came when she was selected among the women beneficiaries of the economic empowerment initiative. She received her kit—nine beehives and all the tools needed for care and honey production—marking the start of a new chapter in her life.

“I used to fear the idea of engaging with others,” says Shurooq. “But today, I’ve overcome that fear. I feel more confident and aspire to become a successful and well-known beekeeper.”

Still living with a health issue in her leg, Shurooq sees this project as a lifeline—an opportunity to build financial independence that will allow her to cover the costs of treatment and secure a dignified life. The beehives have given her more than just income… they’ve given her purpose.