"Protest and Persistence: Analysing the Sweida Movement's Dynamics and Future Pathways." CSS Teams Event - email irevents for the link to take part.

“The protest movement that erupted in Sweida last year continues to gain attention, particularly as it unfolds in a region predominantly inhabited by the Druzes. These protests, primarily led by the Druze community, a prominent religious minority in the region, have been driven by grievances over economic deterioration, corruption, and the demand for political reforms. This webinar aims to dissect the unique dynamics of the movement, exploring how persistent activism among the Druze has shaped their methods and objectives, and to project potential future developments within this socio-political landscape. The discussion seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the resilience and evolving strategy of the protesters in the face of both local and national challenges.”

Chair: Haian Dukhan (CSS)
Speakers:
Ghina Al Shoumari: PhD Candidate in International Relations, University of Kent. Title of her talk is: “Root Causes of the Protest Movement in Sweida”
Mazen Izzi: Syrian researcher working for the Syrian Trajectories project hosted by the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies at the European University Institute.Title of his talk: “Internal Challenges of the Protest Movement in Sweida: Organizational Obstacles and the Quest for a Unified Civil Political Entity.”
Omar Alasaad: Holds a master's degree in Political and Social Sciences from the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences (EHESS) in Paris. With 14 years of experience in journalism and political science research, he has honed his expertise, particularly within the Syrian context. Omar has contributed extensively as a researcher and journalist for various newspapers and research centers. Title of his talk: “The Socio-Economic Structure of the Ongoing Protest Movement in Sweida: What Are the Options for the Future?”