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Syria’s recovery through peacebuilding, good governance, and inclusive economic growth — empowering women and youth to lead change and build resilient communities.

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RASD-Syria: Strengthening Democratic Accountability and Citizen Participation

RASD-Syria is a national initiative advancing transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in Syria’s evolving governance landscape....

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To strengthen Syria’s recovery through peacebuilding, accountable governance, and inclusive economic growth — fostering trust, participation, and access to essential services and restored infrastructure, with women and youth leading lasting change.

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A peaceful, inclusive, and resilient Syria where empowered communities lead recovery, uphold accountability, and shape a just and stable future

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Protection, Recovery & Reintegration
Current • Syria

Protection, Recovery & Reintegration

Protection, Recovery & Reintegration




Community-based interventions supporting safe, dignified, and sustainable return, while strengthening protection, services, and social cohesion across Syria.

Overview

The Stabilization Support Unit (SSU), in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), implements integrated, community-based interventions to support the safe, dignified, and sustainable return of displaced populations across Syria. The program focuses on strengthening protection, providing essential services, and supporting economic reintegration through legal assistance, prevention of gender-based violence, child protection, psychosocial support, and community engagement.

Approach

These interventions are delivered through a network of community centers, mobile teams, and local volunteers, ensuring inclusive and accountable access to services for returnees, internally displaced persons, and host communities. This approach contributes to strengthening social cohesion and promoting local stability.

  • Community-based service delivery through centers, mobile teams, and volunteers
  • Legal aid, protection services, and psychosocial support
  • Support for economic reintegration and livelihoods

Emergency Response

SSU leads an emergency response in Akurhan Camp following the transfer of families from Al-Hol Camp, providing life-saving assistance including hot meals, ready-to-eat food baskets, water trucking, and waste management services. This ensures continuity of essential services during critical displacement phases.

Integration

The integration between emergency response and long-term recovery programs enhances resilience and supports sustainable solutions in line with international humanitarian standards.

Caravan of Hope

Under the “Caravan of Hope” initiative, SSU coordinated the return of dozens of families from Al-Hol Camp to their communities of origin across several Syrian governorates, providing legal and livelihood support alongside post-return follow-up to ensure sustainable reintegration.

Impact

The program delivered integrated protection and support services to thousands of beneficiaries, including around 4,000 people through emergency response interventions, while improving equitable access to services, strengthening social cohesion, and enabling sustainable return and reintegration pathways.

Peace Ambassadors Project – Empowering Women for National Reconciliation
Current • Syria

Peace Ambassadors Project – Empowering Women for National Reconciliation

Overview The Peace Ambassadors Project is a flagship women-led initiative advancing reconciliation and social cohesion in post-conflict Syria. It empowers women as key actors in peacebuilding by equipping them with the skills, platforms, and networks needed to lead dialogue, mediation, and community initiatives that foster unity and mutual trust. Approach Implemented across Northern, Coastal, and Southern Syria, the project engages women through structured dialogue sessions, intensive training in conflict resolution and negotiation, and community-based reconciliation initiatives. Trained Peace Ambassadors facilitate local “Roundtable Dialogues,” bridging divides between diverse communities and promoting inclusive participation in shaping Syria’s future. A national reference document on women’s role in reconciliation and peacebuilding is being developed to guide future policy and practice. Impact The initiative contributes to rebuilding Syria’s social fabric by amplifying women’s voices and leadership in peace processes. By combining capacity-building, dialogue, and local action, Peace Ambassadors creates lasting pathways for inclusion, reconciliation, and community resilience — positioning women at the center of Syria’s national recovery and peacebuilding journey.
Green Works Aleppo – Creating Decent Jobs through Urban Recovery
Current • Aleppo

Green Works Aleppo – Creating Decent Jobs through Urban Recovery

Green Works – Aleppo




An employment-intensive initiative combining urban rehabilitation with immediate job creation for vulnerable communities in Aleppo.

Overview

Green Works Aleppo is an employment-intensive initiative that combines urban rehabilitation with immediate job creation for vulnerable communities in Aleppo. Implemented in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO), the project contributes to the city’s economic and social recovery by restoring essential infrastructure while providing short-term employment, vocational training, and livelihood opportunities for returnees, youth, and women.

Approach

The project applies the ILO’s Employment-Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) model, using local labor and environmentally sustainable techniques to rehabilitate streets, drainage, and public spaces in the Qadi Askar neighborhood.

  • Use of local labor and environmentally responsible construction methods
  • Capacity building for municipal teams and local contractors
  • On-the-job training in construction, waste management, and green practices

Impact

Green Works Aleppo delivers dual benefits by improving living conditions while generating dignified livelihoods. The initiative contributes to a broader vision of green recovery for decent work across post-crisis Syrian cities.

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Screening of the Film “Jaramana from Within”

Screening of the Film “Jaramana from Within”

Screening of the Film “Jaramana from Within”

As part of the activities of the “Shared Spaces for Living” initiative, the film “Jaramana from Within” was screened. The film documents the city’s experience in coexistence and social cohesion, showcasing real-life examples of harmony among its diverse communities.

This activity comes as part of ongoing efforts to highlight positive experiences and promote a culture of shared living, contributing to building trust among community members.

Project Background

This event is part of the project “Enhancing National Participation and Trust-Building Bridges (Jusoor)”, funded by the European Union, Germany, and Denmark, within the framework of the Peace Initiative for Syria implemented by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).

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Sharing Experiences of Civil Society Work in Syria

Sharing Experiences of Civil Society Work in Syria

As part of the closing day of the “Shared Spaces for Living” initiative in Jaramana, the Stabilization Support Unit (SSU) organized an interactive session titled “Sharing Experiences of Civil Society Work in Syria” in Jaramana. The session brought together speakers from different Syrian governorates, who shared their practical experiences in civil society work and the reality of community initiatives in their local contexts.

The session provided a platform for exchanging experiences and lessons learned, where participants discussed the challenges facing civil society work and explored ways to enhance its effectiveness in supporting local communities.

It also highlighted successful models of initiatives that have contributed to strengthening community participation and building trust among different social groups.

The discussions emphasized the importance of coordination and complementarity among civil society actors to achieve sustainable impact and enhance communities’ ability to respond to challenges through a collaborative, dialogue-based approach.

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Final Day of the “Shared Spaces for Living” Initiative in Jaramana

Final Day of the “Shared Spaces for Living” Initiative in Jaramana

Final Day of the “Shared Spaces for Living” Initiative in Jaramana

Activities of the “Shared Spaces for Living” initiative were concluded in the city of Jaramana with a dialogue session dedicated to presenting and discussing the Civil Cohesion Document. The session hosted a large number of participants representing different segments of the local community.

The session provided a genuine space for exchanging views and experiences, where multiple perspectives on coexistence in the Syrian context were presented, with a focus on the importance of responsible dialogue as a means to enhance understanding and reduce divisions.

Participants also discussed the role of civil society and local initiatives in strengthening social cohesion and building trust among individuals and communities.

Key Outcomes

  • Encouraging open and responsible dialogue among community members
  • Highlighting diverse perspectives on coexistence
  • Strengthening trust between individuals and local groups
  • Promoting the role of civil society in social cohesion

Project Background

This event is part of the project “Enhancing National Participation and Trust-Building Bridges (Jusoor)”, funded by the European Union, Germany, and Denmark, within the framework of the Peace Initiative for Syria implemented by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).

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