Supporting local organizations and civil society actors is one of IMPACT’s core missions. IMPACT continuously documents and analyzes the Syrian civil society landscape with the ultimate aim of aiding this work.
A collection of papers giving a closer look into some of the factors that shape the civic space in Northeast Syria, the structures , main stakeholders and human capital. These papers are based on data from a cross-sectional perception gauging survey of members of active Civil Society Organizations in NES
The 2021 round of mapping has seen significant changes in the Syrian civil society landscape. A significant reduction in violence since the previous phase has enabled more Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to emerge. The environment is now defined by distinct civil society hubs that are marked by the various territories.
An analysis of the drivers and challenges of displacement movements in and from Syria, and the role of local civil society actors to mitigate them.
Humanitarian work in Syria is limited by complex, bureaucratic financial systems that prevent the necessary funds from entering the country. Any mention of Syria is a red flag for banks with small CSOs on the front lines paying the price of over-compliance. This research paper outlines the invisible sanctions that inhibit humanitarian work in Syria, with recommendations for improving the system.
Kheder Khaddour argues that the ongoing instability of Northeast Syria (NES) means that no political deal for Syria will resolve the overall conflict without including this region.
An overview of common challenges and opportunities for collaboration and effective partnership among feminist and women’s organizations (FWOs) in Syria.
Northeast Syria (NES) is home to dynamic social and economic structures that are distinct from other areas in Syria. This report provides background information on the region for stakeholders, focusing on social and economic structures, as well as governance bodies.
Exploring the potentials, limits, and future roles of Syrian civil society in the Middle East and Europe.
An explanation of Syrian diaspora CSOs challenges and opportunities at the home, host, and international level. The report aims to illustrate the multiple layers of Syrian diaspora embeddedness into political structures.
This report is a qualitative analysis that presents trends and central aspects of CSOs. This report also provides a comparison of properties of those organizations between different control areas.
What prevents women’s participation in Syrian civil society? On International Women’s Day, IMPACT is looking at the position of women in the civil society landscape, identifying areas for improvement.
