The coalition

Principles

Palmyra colonnade, Syria
Palmyra colonnade · Wikimedia Commons

The Initiative's work rests on a vision, a mission, and a set of values that are non-negotiable. Together they define why the coalition exists, what it commits to, and how its members work with one another and with Syrian society.

Vision

A democratic Syria built on equal citizenship and the rule of law, in which all Syrians live as equals, free from any form of discrimination.

Mission

To conduct independent technical monitoring of the alignment between Syrian legislation and public policy and international human-rights standards, and to provide practical recommendations and advice that strengthen the rule of law, equality, and the building of democratic institutions grounded in participation and accountability.

Values

  • Working for the public interest.
  • Commitment to the international human-rights framework as the foundation for an inclusive Syrian future.
  • Transparency, accountability, and the right of access to information.
  • Full equality and non-discrimination on any basis, including sex, ethnicity, religion, sect, or social affiliation.
  • Support for civil peace and durable justice as conditions for a democratic state.

For the full institutional framework, including strategic objectives, methodology, and tracks of work, see The Initiative.