As we continue our series of events highlighting Syrian voices, our upcoming session will commemorate two years remembrance of the devastating earthquake that struck the region. On February 20th, 2025, from 10 am – 11:30 am EST when CCSD, in collaboration with Mediators Beyond Borders International, the Alliance for Peacebuilding, ICAN, Vitol Foundation, and the Rotary E-Club for World Peace, is hosting the event in our series Amplifying Syrian Voices, which will focus on humanitarian response and early recovery in Syria. The discussion will center on humanitarian and recovery efforts, featuring distinguished experts from the field, who will share valuable insights and firsthand experiences. Stay tuned for more details! In addition, CCSD will examine the effect of the freeze of US aid on Syrian people in Syria.
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Speakers :
Diana Al-Ali, Director of Souriana Organization,
A community activist and director of the Souriana Organization. Since founding the organization, she has dedicated her efforts to advocating women empowerment whether economically, politically or socially, ensuring they play a vital and influential role in society. Founded in 2018 by a group of activist women, Souriana focuses on humanitarian efforts, peacebuilding, and early recovery, with a special focus on women’s empowerment. Key projects included economic empowerment initiatives, a campaign to assist earthquake-affected communities, and a literacy program for women and girls.
Khuloud Barakeh: Founder, Director of Impact Zone
A Syrian researcher and academic specializing in education and women’s empowerment, she holds a PhD in Education from the University of Damascus where she later served as an Associate Professor. She has extensive experience in women’s advocacy, co-founding the “Syrian Women for Democracy” coalition and the “Syrian Women for Peace and Democracy” initiative, actively engaging in UN negotiations. Her research focuses on gender-based violence, constitutional gender perspectives, and CEDAW. She also leads Impact Zone, a training and consulting firm, and is a certified trainer in T.O.T. and teacher training.
Kafa Al Bashir
Kafa Al-Bashir is a humanitarian activist and development specialist with expertise in human resources, project management, and monitoring and evaluation. She has led peacebuilding and community initiatives in conflict-affected areas, focusing on women’s empowerment, justice for missing persons, and sustainable development. As Director of the “Permanent Peace for Development” Organization, she oversees projects that improve living conditions and strengthen local communities, with a special emphasis on supporting women in education, health, and economic development.