Egyptian Researcher: Women’s rights key to Syria’s stability

In the context of ongoing discussions about Syria’s political and constitutional future, Egyptian researcher on Arab and international affairs, Suha Al-Baghdadi, stressed that the issue of Syrian women’s rights is no longer a marginal demand concerning women alone, but has become a fundamental pillar of any genuine project aimed at building a modern Syria after years of war, suffering, and division.

Al-Baghdadi explained that Syrian women have demonstrated remarkable resilience throughout the years of crisis, carrying major responsibilities and actively participating in humanitarian, social, and political fields. She noted that any new Syrian constitution must explicitly and clearly guarantee women’s rights to justice, equality, and full citizenship, from marginalization or symbolic representation.

She stated: “Enshrining women’s rights within the constitution represents a real guarantee for building a more stable and just future, especially regarding the rights to education, employment, political participation, and protection from violence, in addition to ensuring women’s representation in decision-making positions as essential partners in building the state and society.”

Al-Baghdadi also pointed out that many Syrian women’s initiatives and forums have called for strengthening women’s role within state institutions and ensuring their participation in shaping Syria’s future. She emphasized that women’s presence in the political and constitutional process is a key element for achieving lasting peace and sustainable stability.

Speaking further, she referred to the Egyptian experience in promoting women’s participation in state institutions and public life, explaining that this experience has proven that empowering women does not conflict with societal stability, but rather contributes to development, stability, and preserving state cohesion. She added that when women are given fair opportunities, they become true partners in combating extremism, raising awareness, and shaping the future.

The researcher concluded by affirming that a just future for Syria cannot be built without the voice of Syrian women, and that any political or constitutional process that fails to ensure women’s genuine participation will remain incomplete and incapable of achieving lasting peace and stability.

Egyptian researcher and journalist Suha Al-Baghdadi specializes in Arab and international affairs and strategic relations. She is known for her writings and analyses on Middle Eastern conflicts and Arab national security and has played a prominent role in documenting political developments and supporting Arab causes.

ANHA