Syriac Women’s Union hosts British gender researcher to discuss challenges and aspirations in post-Assad Syria
ZALIN, North and East Syria — The Syriac Women’s Union (SWU) hosted Natashia, a British researcher specializing in gender issues, for an in-depth discussion on the challenges faced by Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) women and the community under the Baath regime, as well as the union’s vision for the post-Baath era.
The SWU was represented by SWU head Georgette Barsomo, SWU deputy Sabah Shabo, and SWU Zalin (Qamishli) Branch Spokesperson Josephine Soumi.
The discussion focused on the hardships endured by Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) women and the broader Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) community during the Baath regime’s rule. The participants also explored the community’s reactions to the regime’s fall and their aspirations for a more inclusive future.
Following the meeting, Natashia expressed her gratitude to the SWU leadership for their hospitality at the organization’s headquarters. She voiced hope that Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) women would achieve full recognition of their rights and demands in the evolving political landscape.
The Syriac Women’s Union remains dedicated to empowering Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) women, working to safeguard recent advancements and ensure their inclusion in Syria’s new constitution, said Barsomo.