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Syria

Peace organisation PAX supports the struggle of peaceful activists in Syria to create a democratic Syria in which Syrians of all religious and ethnic backgrounds can live in peace and equality.

Since the revolution in Syria broke out in 2011, the situation there has developed into a violent conflict. Our attention has thus shifted toward protecting civilians and building peace.

That makes working in Syria difficult, but it also means that the conflict is becoming ever deeper and more difficult to resolve. The international community’s hesitancy and disunity have contributed to this.

Syria Alerts

We publish “Syria Alerts”. These are policy briefs of varying length shared with policymakers. Syria Alerts address various topics, including war crimes, call for recognition of the Syrian opposition as legitimate representation, the use of starvation as a weapon of war, demographic engineering and the situation in besieged areas.

By providing for factual information and clear recommendations PAX informs national and international policymakers, and advocates for measures that protect civilians and support freedom, justice and dignity in Syria.

Syria Alert XXI

Now is the Time to Support Syrian Civil Society.

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Syria Alerts

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Siege watch

The Siege Watch project aims to provide the international community with up-to-date information on Syria’s besieged communities, where trapped civilians suffer in inhumane circumstances with little help from the outside world.

Sullam: building a stronger movement for change

Nonviolence has a long history in Syria that predates the 2011 uprising. Since 2003 we support young nonviolent activists in Syria with trainings, coaching, scholarships and direct financial support.

Promoting non-violence in Northeast Syria

Ahimsa Centre for non-violence and human rights promotes a culture of non-violence among young women and men in Northeast Syria. Through trainings, dialogue and community initiatives, young activists learn to use non-violent action as a powerful tool for transformative change. This initiative challenges the normalization of violence in Syria.

Housing Land and Property rights

Housing Land and Property rights’ violations are a significant barrier to sustainable peace and justice in Syria, an obstacle to refugee returns and a likely root cause for future cycles of conflict. The participation of victims and affected communities is essential in documenting past and present violations and reclaiming their rights.