The Syrian Women’s Authority held its first periodic meeting after approving its internal regulations. The meeting took place over the past Friday and Saturday, August 30-31, 2024, both in-person and virtually in Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, and northern Syria. The goal was to finalize the organization of its operations, committees, and to plan activities for the upcoming phase.
This meeting was part of the Political Empowerment Project, in collaboration with the Stabilization Support Unit. It was attended by the Vice President of the Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC), Dima Moussa, who oversees the work of the Syrian Women’s Authority, and SOC member, Bervin Remi.
The meeting focused on completing the governance structure of the Authority and developing its internal operations. It also discussed future activities and strategies. Vice President Moussa opened the meeting after confirming the legal quorum, presenting the agenda, and providing updates on the latest regional and international political developments.
Participants discussed critical topics such as the work of the SOC, efforts to revitalize the political process in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2254, and the development of northern Syria. Additionally, living conditions in northern Syria and recent events circulating among Syrians were discussed, with the Authority members offering recommendations to the SOC regarding some of these issues.
A detailed discussion was held about the formation of working committees within the Authority. Important recommendations were made, including drafting a code of conduct aligned with the goals, vision, and principles of the Syrian Women’s Authority, preparing for the Coordination Office elections meeting, and establishing comprehensive communication channels.
The Authority members emphasized the importance of strengthening its organizational structure to better face future challenges and ensure the effective and efficient achievement of its goals, particularly the political participation of Syrian women.
(Source: SOC’s Media Department)
