The Reality of the Marginalized in Yemen and its Effects on Society 10.35781/1637-000-137-006

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the political, economic and social conditions of the marginalized group - commonly identified as people of darker skin - in Yemen and its impact on society. For centuries, this community has endured a harsh and deeply entrenched reality, shaped by multiple factors, some of which are related to the group itself. The researcher used the descriptive approach to analyze this reality and its societal impacts, in addition to the historical approach that links the past to the present. The finding revealed that the political presence of this group is virtually nonexistent; they remain subjects of political and military exploitation both domestically and externally. Economically, they have long suffered from extreme poverty, which has further entrenched their vulnerability and contributed to the spread of diseases and epidemics within their communities. Socially, the marginalized remain largely self-segregated, participating minimally in public and communal life, save for a few limited interactions. The study concluded that the perpetuation of this reality poses serious long-term threats to national cohesion and stability, undermining both the social fabric of the state and the well-being of the individual.