Women are essential partners in building Syria's future

The Women's Coordination Committee of the Syrian Democratic Council held its regular meeting in al-Hasakah city, attended by the Council's co-chair, Leyla Karaman, and members of the Coordination Committee. The meeting discussed the latest regional and national developments, focusing on the political vacuum in Syria and the importance of women's inclusion in the transitional process, according to the Syrian Democratic Council website.

Leyla Karaman began the meeting with a comprehensive assessment of the developments witnessed in the Middle East since October 7, 2023, describing it as a "strategic turning point" that is reshaping the region's political map. She emphasized that the next phase in Syria must be built on the foundations of coexistence and stability, far from the logic of conflicts that have exhausted the peoples of the region.

Regarding the Syrian issue, she emphasized that the country is going through a critical phase, amid significant gaps in the inclusion of various components of the population in a comprehensive political process. She stated that Syria has now become "a focal point for regional stability," and that achieving this stability requires internal national consensus, unaffected by regional and international agendas.

She also emphasized that the current political vacuum negatively impacts the future of the Syrian state, necessitating intensified political activity and strengthening the roles of all segments of society, especially women, who constitute "a fundamental pillar in building the new Syria."

She added, "The Syria of the future cannot be built without genuine female representation. Marginalizing women thwarts any political project and creates a structural imbalance in the process of state-building. Women are not only supporters, but full partners in decision-making and in the future."

For their part, members of the Women's Coordination Committee emphasized the pivotal role of women in the transitional phase, noting the sacrifices Syrian women have endured during the years of conflict. They considered women's inclusion in decision-making positions and in drafting the next constitution a national necessity to ensure justice and consolidate democracy and inclusiveness.

The meeting also addressed the importance of youth participation in political and social life and the need to launch a comprehensive recovery process that addresses social and economic aspects, while promoting a culture of civil peace and dialogue among the various components of the Syrian people, to build a democratic and stable state free from the interference of external powers.

Outcomes and Recommendations:

The meeting concluded with several outcomes and recommendations, most notably:

· Organizing a series of expanded dialogue workshops on the political representation of Syrian women and their roles in various fields.

· Enhancing communication and coordination with Syrian women in various regions with the aim of building solid national consensus.

· Preparing for the next semi-annual meeting of the Women's Coordination Committee in the Syrian Democratic Council (SDC) to follow up on developments and evaluate performance and achievements.

This meeting reflects the Women's Coordination Committee of the Syrian Democratic Council's commitment to playing an active role in shaping the country's future and its efforts to lead change toward a Syria characterized by peace, equality, and true democracy.

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