Baytna News
Peace in Syria: Possibility or Fantasy?
On May 6, 2022, Baytna and SNHR will hold an event on
Peace in Syria: Possibility or Fantasy?
Side event, 6th Brussels Conference on Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region.
The Way Forward in Syria: The Political Process, Transitional Justice, and US Policy
On April 20, 2021, Arab Center Washington DC (ACW) held a webinar titled “The Way Forward in Syria: The Political Process, Transitional Justice, and US Policy.” Panelists were Assaad Al Achi, a Syrian civil society activist and Executive Director of Baytna Syria; …
The EU’s Role in Countering Business Involvement in Violations of International Law
Assaad al-Achi, the Executive Director of Baytna, moderated a discussion on the reconstruction process in Syria and business involvement in serious violations of international law in Syria, including displacement, violations of housing, land, and property rights, pillage, and the disproportionate destruction of civilian property.
From Division to Unity: How to Share Power in the Middle East and Beyond
The day after: a cautionary tale from the region.
Security or Democracy: Do we need to make a choice?
Assaad al-Achi, the Executive Director of Baytna, moderates a session on fighting for democracy in the shadow of war, and developing civil alternatives to authoritarianism and extremism.
Only Civilian Protection Can Deter Further Chemical Weapons Attacks
Syrian civil society activists have expressed outrage at the latest attacks and called on Europe to take urgent action to protect Syrian civilians – or risk watching the Syrian crisis escalate.
Syrian NGOs Lament ‘Dreadful Silence’ at Summit
After the United Nations lavishly highlighted its achievements during the World Humanitarian Summit, Syrian NGOs have expressed their dismay that the gathering failed to help develop sustainable solutions to the crisis.