#Women in conflict are often visible yet powerless - token seats, checklist projects, and siloed aid fail to deliver real change. #LUGARIT calls for grassroots networks, cross-cutting strategies, and recognition of women’s informal leadership to make #WPS transformative link.lugarit.com/sEl7

Recovery in #Syria demands more than capital inflows! It needs a shared definition of #PublicValue. #LUGARIT explores how national frameworks can ensure #investment build resilience, equity, and trust, not just infrastructure or profit. link.lugarit.com/GF0A

The transition in #Syria offers a rare opportunity to build an independent, #inclusive #media sector. Through #reforms & #cooperation, media can become a driver of #SocialCohesion, #NationalReconciliation, & #TransitionalJustice —foundations for #peace & #democracy link.lugarit.com/FL01

#Decentralization remains central to the debate on the future of #Syria. In an interview, Zedoun Al Zoubi – a Director at #LUGARIT - argues that genuine dialogue & inclusive #governance - not central dominance - are essential to preserving unity & enabling recovery link.lugarit.com/pxaJ

Skyscrapers & mega-projects won’t fix the #HousingCrisis in #Syria. They serve elites, inflate prices, & take years—while millions need homes now. Real recovery means self-help housing, local finance, empowered municipalities, & secure property, land, & tenure rights link.lugarit.com/glXU

#Reconstruction in #Syria cannot be reduced to luxury projects. Without safeguarding formal & informal property & tenure rights & addressing real housing needs, recovery risks deepening exclusion. Sustainable return starts with dignity & justice link.lugarit.com/UGVL

#Reconstruction in #Syria cannot be measured in billions alone. In an interview with Al Jazeera English ( @aljazeera.com ), Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj – A Partner at #LUGARIT - reflects on why local solutions & #governance #reforms matter more than grand #investment pledges. link.lugarit.com/nAiF

#Decentralization can strengthen unity in #Syria by improving services, empowering #LocalGovernance, & bridging divides between visions. Sequencing reforms & dialogue are key to building trust & stability. Watch the interview with Zedoun Al Zoubi on Al-Ḍād to learn more 📺 link.lugarit.com/e3yw

#Reconstruction in #Syria is not just bricks and mortar—it is about #governance & #justice. In a new interview, Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj reflects on Syria’s #urban #history since the mid-20th century & unpacks the challenges & choices facing recovery today. link.lugarit.com/oZgz

Rushing into #elections after #conflict can entrench division, not heal it. Drawing lessons from #Libya, this piece from #LUGARIT warns that #Syria’s fragmented institutions and exclusionary frameworks risk repeating the same mistakes, unless reforms come first link.lugarit.com/DXzG

#Reconstruction without #environmental safeguards risks deepening injustice & instability. #Recovery in #Syria must treat environmental protection as a shared moral & economic responsibility - embedded in policy, investment, & public culture from the start. Read @ #LUGARIT 👇 link.lugarit.com/PBvW

Blanket incentives won’t deliver just recovery. #LUGARIT calls for a targeted investment strategy, stronger local governance, and transparency to prevent elite capture. Lessons from #Iraq and #Lebanon show why #Syria must rethink how capital serves public good. link.lugarit.com/UaX5

As #Syria turns the page on authoritarian rule, the real challenge lies ahead: building legitimacy through plural narratives, civic dialogue, & forward-looking justice—not new monopolies on truth. #Reconciliation starts by listening to all voices. #LUGARIT link.lugarit.com/FknK

We share 5th article in a series on #conflict #analysis in #Iraq by Dr. Esther Meininghaus, part of #LUGARIT network. It examines how exclusion and political marginalization shape daily life in Batnāyya—and why residents see secular governance as essential to peace. link.lugarit.com/Hh71

Can triangular #diplomacy and political alliances bring stability to a fractured region—or is it just a way for bigger powers to manage rivalries while smaller states stay stuck in #conflict? #LUGARIT take a sharp look at the #geopolitics shaping the #MiddleEast today. link.lugarit.com/oh7O

#Syria reunification depends on inclusive #LocalGovernance—not a return to centralization. A brief, by SALAR International & #LUGARIT, argues for pragmatic interpretation of Decree 107 as a pathway to bridge fragmented governance, & foster a resilient transition link.lugarit.com/HeiX

The new Constitutional Declaration in #Syria leaves out more than it includes. #LUGARIT latest article explores 6 critical omissions that risk derailing the country’s political transition. What’s missing—and why it matters. Learn more 👇 link.lugarit.com/qtoe

#CivilPeace in #Syria can't be built on slogans. #LUGARIT latest article outlines 6 principles to help Syrians move beyond #sectarianism and division—toward #justice, inclusion, and a shared future. A starting point for real #dialogue, not a final word. link.lugarit.com/Dhz8

The future in #Syria depends on more than a new center, it needs empowered local #governance & enabled local institutions. #LUGARIT latest paper - prepared for Omran Center for Strategic Studies - explores why recovery requires dismantling authoritarian centralism. link.lugarit.com/Klvn

At a workshop in the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor in #Damascus, #LUGARIT joined gov’t & civic leaders to explore a rights-based #NGOs Law for #Syria. Discussions focused on #CivicSpace, #LegalReform, & transparency in #governance. link.lugarit.com/86lX

We share the 4th article in a series on #conflict #analysis in #Iraq by Dr. Esther Meininghaus, part of #LUGARIT’s network. Discrimination starts in the classroom, religious segregation in Baʿshiqa fuels mistrust. What does peace from the ground up look like? link.lugarit.com/pqJ2

#Sanctions meant to pressure Assad regime now risk blocking recovery in #Syria. This #PolicyBrief - developed by #LUGARIT for @swisspeace.bsky.social – examines structural impact of sanctions & calls for pragmatic recalibration to support stability, services, & reform. link.lugarit.com/DdEb

How does #constitution shape #NationalIdentity after regime change? A new commentary from #LUGARIT explores the recent dual constitutional declarations in #Syria and what they reveal about power, values, memory & belonging. Read more 👇 link.lugarit.com/kAQ4

At #CityDebates2025, organized by Beirut Urban Lab, Jadd Hallaj - #LUGARIT consultant - unpacked how maps shape power in #Syria - past and present. His talk called for participatory cartography to support inclusive, post-conflict governance. Read more 👇 link.lugarit.com/O5Zo

Civic space in #Syria is shifting. #LUGARIT latest policy paper – developed with the support of @swisspeace.bsky.social - explores how #NGOs are navigating new regulations, old legacies, and uncertain reforms in the post-Assad era. Read more 👇 link.lugarit.com/h1rb

#Syria health sector is in crisis: fractured, underfunded, & unequal. #LUGARIT latest report in collab with SAMS reflects findings of consultations with hundreds of health professionals & offers a roadmap for rebuilding an inclusive & accountable health system. Read now 👇 link.lugarit.com/M7lI

Rapid liberalization alone won’t fix #Syria #economy. Without #governance, transparency & social protections, reforms risk fueling instability. A balanced approach—market efficiency + resilience—is key to sustainable recovery.

Can #Syria transition to #FreeMarkets #economy while safeguarding stability? Rapid liberalization alone won’t guarantee recovery — protecting vulnerable populations & strong governance are key. Explore the risks & solutions in #LUGARIT recent #policy paper 👇 link.lugarit.com/Blpg

Dr. Esther Meininghaus’ research sheds light on an often-overlooked reality: stability does not mean equality. The persistence of patron-client networks and the exclusion of marginalized groups show how power structures shape governance. True peace requires fair access to services & opportunities.

We share the 3nd article in a series on #conflict #analysis in #Iraq by Dr. Esther Meininghaus, part of #LUGARIT’s network. Although Tal Afar appears stable, power dynamics shape #HumanitarianAid & #governance, reinforcing exclusion. Can structural change break patronage? link.lugarit.com/sa9o

Addressing Syria’s governance challenges requires rethinking territorial orders to balance authority, efficiency, and inclusivity. This historical analysis highlights how systemic imbalances have long shaped representation and resource distribution in the country. A must-read!

Redefining territorial orders in #Syria is key to national cohesion. With complex legacies & fragmented #governance, #LUGARIT & Omran Center for Strategic Studies explore #spatial dynamics of local administration & implications for representation & resource distribution. link.lugarit.com/e1To

Kudos to Zedoun Al Zoubi for stepping up to the challenge of leading the Facilitation Team with less than two days to prepare—an incredible feat in such a high-stakes dialogue! 👏 Inclusive national dialogues are vital for stability & trust in post-conflict transitions.

#LUGARIT joined the #SyrianNationalDialogue Conference that convened 900 in-person participants & engaged 10,000+ Syrians via an online questionnaire. Zedoun Al Zoubi led facilitation, while Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj contributed to talks on economy link.lugarit.com/6efd #مؤتمر_الحوار_الوطني_السوري

This #UNDP workshop created space for open dialogue on #LocalGovernance in #Syria. A key takeaway? Despite complexities, shared principles can guide a more unified approach. Great to see experts engage in frank, solution-driven discussions. Kudos to Aziz for facilitating! 👏

#LocalGovernance is key to #Syria’s recovery! On 22-23 Feb 2025, #LUGARIT facilitated a #UNDP workshop in #Damascus, gathering experts to map #Governance frameworks, strengthen institutions & foster #PeaceBuilding. Read more 👇 🌐 Link: link.lugarit.com/jw1S

Dr. Esther Meininghaus’ research on #Telkeyf challenges the idea that #conflict is about religion—it's about social hierarchies. Without legal reform & economic inclusion, social cohesion isn’t enough for peace. A must-read for those working on #Governance & #Justice in #Iraq.

On #WorldDayofSocialJustice, we share the 2nd article in a series on #conflict #analysis in #Iraq by Dr. Esther Meininghaus, part of #LUGARIT network. This article is about #Telkeyf, where conflict isn’t about religion—it’s about social hierarchies. link.lugarit.com/0OjZ

A reminder that economic policies are never neutral—they either build inclusive national identities or deepen divisions. Aziz makes a crucial point: Syria’s reconstruction must not only rebuild structures but also restore trust and equity. Economic justice is the foundation of a sustainable future

How does #EconomicJustice shape #NationalIdentity? #LUGARIT joins the Syrian Democratic Alliance podcast to discuss how #Governance, #Reconstruction & #EconomicInclusion impact Syria’s future. 🎧 Watch/listen for key challenges & insights 👇 link.lugarit.com/CJnx

Syria’s recovery starts with livelihoods, not just reforms. Expanding MSMEs, integrating ex-combatants & addressing HLP as economic issues are key to stability. A crucial read on post-conflict survival!

#Syria #economy collapsed under #conflict, #corruption & #sanctions, leaving communities reliant on remittances & informal work. Recovery must go beyond aid—supporting #MSME, #HLP rights, & reintegration of ex-combatants. Read more from #LUGARIT & Omran link.lugarit.com/alsX

#LUGARIT joins a @gldinstitute.bsky.social #Policy Roundtable to discuss #Syria’s future #governance, #economics, #security, #stability, & #reconstruction, emphasizing pragmatic, #inclusive, locally grounded approaches for #recovery. 🎥 Watch the video! link.lugarit.com/l68D

Local #elections have historically shaped #political #centralization, socio-economic structures, & #governance dynamics in #Syria. In a new paper, #LUGARIT provides a historical #analysis of #electoral systems and recommendations for post-conflict governance #reforms link.lugarit.com/7qa1

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How can #Syria overcome fragmented #governance & rebuild equitable service delivery systems after years of #conflict? #LUGARIT & Omran analyze service disparities across Syria's 7 governance models before Assad's fall, offering insights into challenges & pathways for recovery. tinyurl.com/56ktsr84

A new guidebook on social capital, by Niuversity & Afkar Plus based on content from LUGARIT. Published under a Creative Commons license, it provides accessible knowledge to empower communities and support inclusive, trust-driven approaches to social and economic progress tinyurl.com/y4dh47p5

Analysing Sinjar's conflicts; i.e. insecurity from armed groups, impunity for genocide perpetrators, land disputes, & challenges of women & children. With ineffective resolution mechanisms, political solutions, justice reforms, & inclusive recovery are needed to rebuild trust tinyurl.com/3s9bwcer

We examine the fragmented governance models across Syria in the days leading up to Assad's fall on 8 December 2024. We shed light on local disparities, societal dynamics, and governance challenges that emerged as the regime's grip weakened. tinyurl.com/bdcjezrm