Eastern Syria Dialogue: Developing a Common Vision

The project aims to provide mediation between civil society and local administration groups and moderate anti-Daesh armed opposition factions and tribal elders in the eastern region of Syria in order to prepare for stabilization in the country. The project also works to facilitate internal dialogue within these groups observe and direct meetings and connect these groups to regional and Western governments interested in stabilization and countering extremism. Project activities include: (1) facilitating capacity-building sessions; (2) developing options for a vision document on post-Daesh strategy; and (3) presenting ideas and proposals to inform stabilization efforts.

The expected outcome for this project includes: a common vision is developed among civil society and local administration groups moderate anti-Daesh armed opposition factions and tribal leaders in the eastern region of Syria in a post-Daesh phase.