As part of the Young Politicians Forum, the Syrian Women’s Political Movement met with the Syrian Negotiation Commission of the Syrian Revolution and Opposition Forces. Additionally, a training session was held for young female politicians, attended by several movement members physically in Geneva, Switzerland, on July 22 and 23, 2024, and virtually via Zoom. Representing the Syrian Women’s Political Movement were General Secretariat members Rawya Al-Shammar and Mariam Jalabi, External Relations Committee member Saba Hakim, and trainer and movement member Doris Awad. The Young Politicians Forum team included General Assembly members Alaa Al-Khader, Hanan Ahmad, Jihan Haj Bakri, Kholoud Al-Asrawi, Ruqaya Al-Tawil, Rua Karman, Safa Al-Turki, Ola Karman, Kinda Al-Nasser, Nadia Zidan, Hanaa Al-Khader, Hiyam Haj Ali, and Yafa Al-Hamwi.

During the visit, the Syrian Women’s Political Movement delegation met with the Syrian Negotiation Commission, represented by its president, Dr. Badr Jamous. The aim of the meeting was to advocate for increased Women representation within the Syrian Negotiation Commission and to emphasize the importance of involving the younger generation in the political process. 

The movement also conducted a training session for young female politicians, led by trainer and movement member Doris Awad. The goal of the training was to encourage the representation and involvement of young people in the political process and in decision-making positions.

The training covered the following topics:

– Key pillars of UN Security Council Resolution 2250 (securing leadership roles for youth, their role as drivers of change, promoting fair participation in political life, their role in maintaining security and peace, and collaboration between youth and international institutions and organizations). 

– UN Security Council Resolution 1325.

– UN Security Council Resolution 2250. 

– Activating Resolution 2250 within the Syrian Women’s Political Movement. 

– A feminist perspective on politics for young women. 

Regarding the Young Politicians Forum and its objectives, Syrian Women’s Political Movement member Safa Al-Turki stated: “Involving young people in decision-making strengthens democracy and ensures social justice. They are the future, and decision-making begins by involving them today to achieve positive change tomorrow. Young people can offer fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to contemporary problems, so their voices must be heard at all levels of decision-making. Youth are not just affected by conflicts; they are part of the solution. The evidence is that Resolution 2250 calls for enhancing their participation in peace processes.”