Women’s Coordination of political parties discusses decentralization, women's role in Syria

The Women’s Office of the Syrian Democratic Council held the meeting, chaired by the head of the office, Jihan Khadro, and attended by the co-chairs of the Council’s offices along with representatives of political parties, according to the official website of the Syrian Democratic Council (SDC).

The meeting addressed the current political developments in Syria, focusing on the importance of decentralization as a fundamental option for achieving effective and inclusive governance.

Discussions also touched on the March 10 Agreement and its impact on the political scene, highlighting the necessity of women’s participation in all stages of the political process and decision-making.

Participants pointed to the clear marginalization of Syrian women, especially after years of conflict that have severely affected women’s rights and achievements.

They stressed that Syrian women must play active roles in all spheres of life, in line with their sacrifices and contributions throughout the years of conflict.

In this context, the meeting criticized the recent elections for the so-called “People’s Assembly” of Syria, describing women’s representation as “fragile, shameful, and unworthy of their sacrifices,” noting that women’s representation did not exceed 4%, a figure that does not reflect their struggle and role over the past years.

The meeting also discussed organizational matters and future work plans, agreeing to continue holding dialogue seminars focusing on the need to include the principle of decentralization in the Syrian constitution, to enhance women’s role, and to guarantee their rights in shaping Syria’s future.

The participants reaffirmed the importance of developing future policies that ensure fair and effective representation of women in all institutions and bodies.

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