2025 – 2026

“YES for Peace” is a project that aims to involve Syria’s youth in the political process. One reason for this is the average age in Syria, which is under 30, making young people the largest age group in the country. In addition, this age group is barely represented in the political discourse. This is not only problematic because one of many perspectives on the Syrian peace process is missing, but also because the inclusion of young people is particularly important. They are the ones who have to live with the peace agreements reached for the longest and are therefore particularly affected by inadequate political solutions – or even the absence of peace.

In order to promote dialog, we are working with participants aged between 20 and 25. Two workshops are planned for them in Loccum (Germany), focusing on the topics of “Decentralization in Syria” and “Minority Rights in Syria”. Another part of the program is a study trip to Armenia to get to know local mechanisms that promote youth participation. Finally, online workshops are a means of discussing the knowledge gained and the resulting political demands with young activists in Syria. All program points also enable the participants to engage with older and more experienced activists.

Project website: https://yes-for-peace-syria.ezks.org/