Damascus, Feb.23 (SANA) The organization Mercy Without Limits, in cooperation with the Syrian American Council (SAC), held a dialogue symposium on Sunday titled “Women from Damascus… Kurdish Roots and a Message of an Undivided Homeland” at the council’s office in Damascus.
The event focused on the national and humanitarian role of Kurdish women in the Syrian capital, away from any armed or ideological discourse, and highlighted their contributions to civil and community life across different stages of Syria’s modern history.
Speakers included Dr. Faten Ramadan, director of Mercy Without Limits; advocacy adviser Aya Qawaf; civil activist Media Akko; and attorney Radif Mustafa, a member of the National Commission for Transitional Justice.
Participants underscored that Kurdish woman have long been an integral part of Damascus’ social fabric, contributing to civic and humanitarian initiatives that promote stability and support vulnerable groups. They emphasized that Kurdish women’s engagement in relief efforts, humanitarian work, and the provision of psychological and social support has helped build bridges among Syria’s diverse communities and reinforce values of solidarity and shared responsibility.
Mustafa stressed that highlighting the role of Kurdish women in Damascus is an important step toward rebuilding trust among Syria’s social components. He noted that transitional justice is not limited to addressing violations, but also involves recognizing the contributions of women who have helped safeguard national cohesion, particularly those who have worked in civil and humanitarian fields beyond narrow alignments.
The symposium concluded that shedding light on the role of Kurdish women reflects Syria’s diverse and cohesive identity, affirming that national belonging remains the strongest bond uniting Syrians regardless of their cultural roots.
Mercy Without Limits is an international human rights organization focused on detainees and missing persons, providing legal and psychological support to victims in Syria.
The Syrian American Council, founded in 2005, is a U.S.-based community organization engaged in community organizing, advocacy, media outreach, youth empowerment and support for Syrian Americans.
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