Syrian women to launch preparatory committee for Decentralization Campaign

On September 20, in Al-Hasakah city, Jazira Canton, Kongra Star and Zenobia Women held a conference titled “Women’s Alliance as a Foundation for Justice and Democracy in a Non-Centralized Syria.” The conference was attended by numerous female politicians, human rights activists, intellectuals, and community leaders from northern and eastern Syria, as well as women from Aleppo, the Syrian coast, and Damascus, representing various communities (Arabs, Kurds, Syriacs, Armenians, Druze, Alawites, and Yazidis). Around 700 delegates attended, with additional participants from As-Suwayda joining via Zoom.

The conference discussed the role of women in rebuilding Syria, their rights in the new constitution, and the unity of Syrian women. Participants emphasized that the Autonomous Administration is a pioneering experience demonstrating women’s real role in political, social, and legal spheres.

Key Outcomes of the Conference

Organizing a national women’s conference bringing together women from all Syrian communities to form a shared vision.

Ensuring constitutional rights based on equality, justice, and freedom.

Promoting women’s participation in political life at 50%.

Translating achievements of women in northern and eastern Syria into shared gains for all Syrian women.

Supporting Women’s Protection Units and coordinating with international women’s organizations to safeguard women’s rights.

Regarding implementation, an interview was conducted with the Democratic Political Relations and Agreements Committee at the Kongra Star. The Committee administrator Ronahi Hassan highlighted the importance of the conference, stating: "While the transitional government implements changes in Syria—forming a new parliament, holding elections, and reshaping the government—it excludes women from these processes, and no democratic aspect or representation of all communities is considered. This underscores the necessity of holding such a conference."

A new campaign will be launched to implement decisions related to Syria’s future, focusing on building a decentralized, pluralistic system that guarantees the rights of all communities. Preparations are currently underway to form a committee to organize activities and events both within Syria and internationally. Planned steps include sending messages to relevant authorities, organizing peaceful demonstrations, and issuing official statements to convey Syrian women’s voices to the global public and international decision-makers.

A conference for Syrian women will be held to connect unorganized intellectuals, politicians, and activists, allowing them to contribute their opinions to shaping Syria’s future, according to Ronahi Hassan.

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