Intercultural Studies LSS 2113 Yemen Students Name Mariam

Intercultural Studies - LSS 2113 Yemen Students Name: Mariam Hassan - H 00225958 Ayesha Salem – H 00248081 Bayan Mohammed – H 00257942 Ayesha Manea - H 00229536

General information Country Name: Republic of Yemen Capital City: Sana'a President: Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi Official languages: Arabic Religion: Islam National plant: Arabian Coffee Currency: Yemeni Rial (YER) Area: 527, 970 sq. km Population: 26 million people

High Context Culture Ø Reserved: Women should cover their faces and their hair when entering the age of 10!! Ø Gender roles clearly defined: Yemen culture have strong Gender roles, girls can’t do whatever the boys can do for example “Working, Traveling, Married decision” Ø Very rare marriage with outsiders: Most of Yemen parents they don’t allow their son to married from outsiders because of “Customs and traditions difference” between them.

High Context Culture Ø Strong sense of family: The parents and family is very important in Yemen, you can see how the family is important and very strong because you will see the whole family, starting from Grandma and Grandpa, children and grandchildren living together in the same house. Ø No direct eye contact: There are strict gender rules, whereby women should not make too much eye contact with men as it could be misconstrued as disrespect or a romantic interest. Similarly a daughter will point her eyes downwards when her father is speaking to her, as a sign of politeness and respect.

Customs Greetings

Customs Food

Customs DANCING

Customs Dress code

Customs Seating arrangement at meetings

Customs Gift exchange

Body language

Landmarks in Yemen The grand mosque in Sanaa Old City of Sanaa

Socotra Island Landmarks in Yemen Dar Al Hajar Palace

Marib Dam Doaan Vale Landmarks in Yemen

Interesting facts! • In Yemen it is considered normal for some too yell someone name or have a conversation from a far distance. So don’t be afraid. • In wedding, the groom has to trample on the braid feet, when they are in front of their home in this way, she will be Dutiful to her husband for ever. • In hospitality, the host must slaying a goat and give the main gust the heart or the liver. Also when the host offering the coffee the gust have to put his/her hand above the cup that mean that he doesn't want more. • When your right hand scratching you, that means you will have money soon. • When your right eye blinks, you will see a good thing

Classification of the culture Honor vs. Shame • Places higher value on the pursuit of group goal Job satisfaction, money, good working conditions and opportunities for growth are the main issues that motivate Yemeni colleagues to perform well on the job. • Loyalty and commitment are based on long-term nurtured relationship Developing a solid personal relationship with a colleague or client is key to any business relationship within Yemen. It is important to maintain frequent contact via phone as a sign of courtesy.

Classification of the culture Power vs. Fear • If possible don’t blame the individual in public even when it is his/her fault The best way to deal with a work-related problem with a colleague is to confront him or her directly in private, as a public confrontation is considered insulting and offensive. • Try to engage one-on-one before larger meeting take place Engaging in casual conversations with people is a valuable source in obtaining more information. Also, to understand the general mood.

Learn some new words Yemeni’s word Meaning Hbaba Grandmother Maa akhalsh I hate you Sboh Breakfast Nokhra Nose Kannesh What is happen? Kortah Dress

Lets play! kfa a e r B st Sboh Nokhra

Lets play! Hbaba Grandmother Maa akhalsh

Lets play! What is happen? Dress Kortah Kannesh

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References: Darem, F. (2011, September 7). Grand Mosque of Sana`a: Historical landmark and centre for moderation. Retrieved April 11, 2015, from: http: //www. antaranews. com/en/news/75438/grand-mosque-of-sanaa-historicallandmark-and-centre-for-moderation Old-city-sanaa. (n. d. ). Retrieved April 11, 2015, from: http: //asiatourismportal. com/old-city-sanaa Socotraisland. (n. d. ). Retrieved April 11, 2015, from: http: //www. justmegawatt. com/images/socotraisland. html Ronnyreportage. (n. d. ). Retrieved April 11, 2015, from: https: //www. flickr. com/photos/ronnyreportage/6336984466/ Marib_Dam. (n. d. ). Retrieved April 11, 2015, from: http: //en. wikipedia. org/wiki/Marib_Dam

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