The American Coalition for Syria (ACS) will participate in the inaugural conference of the Syrian Civil Society Network, Madaniya, in Paris on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Madaniya is a Syrian-led and funded initiative to protect the Syrian civic space and empower civil society to shape Syria's future. Several ACS board members and staff are among the founding members of Madaniya, exemplifying ACS's commitment to collaborative efforts and fostering a unified vision for a free and democratic Syria.
The Madaniya conference brings together over 150 Syrian civil society organizations representatives at the Institut Du Monde Arabe in Paris. This landmark event marks the public launch of Madaniya after two years of meticulous planning by its founding Board of Directors. With participation from diverse regions of Syria, neighboring countries, and the diaspora, Madaniya aims to mobilize Syrian civic actors around shared rights-based values, providing them with a unifying civic space.
ACS recognizes the significance of the Madaniya Conference in reclaiming political agency for Syrian civic actors, especially during these critical times marked by normalization trends with the Assad Regime and the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Syria and Türkiye. The conference seeks to present Syrian civic actors as essential counterparts in decision-making processes related to their country and aims to contribute to the establishment of a free, democratic, and sovereign state that upholds human rights and actively engages with the international community.
The Madaniya conference will be attended by international delegates, key Syrian and international leaders, and decision-makers. This inclusive approach welcomes diverse sectors and geographies, encompassing civil society organizations, grassroots entities, victims' associations, unions, syndicates, think tanks, media outlets, and individuals who align with Madaniya's values.
ACS is honored to be part of the Madaniya Conference, standing alongside Syrian civic actors and reaffirming its commitment to collaborative efforts. By actively participating in this transformative initiative, ACS continues to support the vision of a unified Syria and a robust democratic system that upholds human rights, promotes sustainable peace, and pursues justice.
The Madaniya conference brings together over 150 Syrian civil society organizations representatives at the Institut Du Monde Arabe in Paris. This landmark event marks the public launch of Madaniya after two years of meticulous planning by its founding Board of Directors. With participation from diverse regions of Syria, neighboring countries, and the diaspora, Madaniya aims to mobilize Syrian civic actors around shared rights-based values, providing them with a unifying civic space.
ACS recognizes the significance of the Madaniya Conference in reclaiming political agency for Syrian civic actors, especially during these critical times marked by normalization trends with the Assad Regime and the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck Syria and Türkiye. The conference seeks to present Syrian civic actors as essential counterparts in decision-making processes related to their country and aims to contribute to the establishment of a free, democratic, and sovereign state that upholds human rights and actively engages with the international community.
The Madaniya conference will be attended by international delegates, key Syrian and international leaders, and decision-makers. This inclusive approach welcomes diverse sectors and geographies, encompassing civil society organizations, grassroots entities, victims' associations, unions, syndicates, think tanks, media outlets, and individuals who align with Madaniya's values.
ACS is honored to be part of the Madaniya Conference, standing alongside Syrian civic actors and reaffirming its commitment to collaborative efforts. By actively participating in this transformative initiative, ACS continues to support the vision of a unified Syria and a robust democratic system that upholds human rights, promotes sustainable peace, and pursues justice.
