We welcome you to join us online for an inspiring event that celebrates unity, progress, and the power of diversity. Explore thought-provoking discussions, connect with leaders, and contribute to shaping a brighter future.
You can join as many sessions as you would like. A link for the online sessions will be provided through email prior to the conference date.
Participants
Free Syrian Civil Movement
New Palmyra Foundation
Alawites Association of the United States
Goals
- Raise awareness about the challenges and risks that face religious and ethnic minorities in the new Syria.
- Advocate for a democratic and inclusive political process with true participation from all components of Syrian society.
- Share perspective with influential figures that will shape the American policy towards Syria.
Agenda
Day 1:
8:30 AM: Opening Keynote: The Crisis in Syria – Context and Urgency
9:00 AM: Human Rights in Syria Today
10:00 AM: The aftermath of Atrocity: The social and civilian impact of the masscares against minorities
10:45 AM: Assesment of the Syrian Revolution
11:30 AM: Extermism and Counter Narratives
12:00 PM: --- lunch break, No online sessions ----
1:00 PM: Balancing Unity and Diversity: Decentralization as Reconciliation
01:45 PM: Minorities and the State: The Druze and Kurds in Syria’s Next Chapter
02:30 PM: Bringing Perpetrators into Justice
Day 2:
08:30 AM - Sectarian History & Future
09:15 AM - Living Abroad as Witness and Advocate: Responding to Massacre from Afar
10:00 AM - Media’s Impact on Syria Identity After Fourteen years of Civil Conflict
10:45 AM - Women's Rights in Syria today
11:30 AM - Closing Notes
