The Center for Civil Society and Democracy held a dialogue forum on November 28, 2025, as part of the Women for the Future of Syria project, with the participation of 16 women leaders from various women’s organizations in the Idlib region. The forum aimed to strengthen a shared vision of a safe, sound, and neutral
Read More
The Center for Civil Society and Democracy (CCSD) hosted “Civic Solutions in Damascus”, bringing together Syrian civil society organizations to envision the country’s future and chart pathways for constructive change. This first-of-its-kind dialogue after a period of transition featured diverse participation from women, youth, local leaders, and activists from across Syria, under the support of
Read More
As the Center for Civil Society and Democracy (CCSD) celebrates, alongside all Syrians, the first anniversary of the fall of the Assad regime, we honor the sacrifices made, remember the many victims of mass atrocities, and acknowledge the hardships endured by all Syrian women and men in their pursuit of freedom and rights. Together we
Read More
The Center for Civil Society and Democracy (CCSD) joined Immigrants Act Now and dozens of other organizations in signing a Congressional letter led by Representative Rashida Tlaib, urging the U.S. administration to renew and redesignate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Syria. This effort—organized by Immigrants Act Now, a nonprofit advocacy organization dedicated to protecting and
Read More
November 20, 2025 Our Voices for Change series closes this year with a timely and thought-provoking discussion on Negotiations for an Inclusive Political Transition, bringing together leading voices in peacebuilding and women’s leadership. This session will explore how inclusive peace processes can pave the way for sustainable democracy and justice in Syria and beyond. Our
Read More
Early marriage remains one of the most pressing challenges facing Syrian children, with devastating social and psychological consequences that undermine their rights, education, and future opportunities. This position paper, developed by Space for Collaboration, sheds light on the scale and impact of early marriage in Syria and presents concrete recommendations for action. It calls for
Read More