Urgent Appeal to Protect Civilians and Prevent Escalation Issued by Civil Society Organizations Operating in Northeast Syria to Members of the International Coalition against ISIS, including the United States, the European Union, and Arab States
We are writing to you from Kobani and al-Hasakah, amid escalating fear and a rapidly deteriorating security and humanitarian environment. Despite the declared ceasefire, the reality on the ground reflects its systematic erosion. Our communities are paying the price through severe shortages of food and medicine, collapsing public services, and overcrowded shelters lacking even the most basic protection and essential services. As armed actors reposition and tensions intensify, we are...
Withdrawal Statement
Issued by ASO Center for Consultancy and Strategic Studies, from Madaniya Platform ASO Center for Consultancy and Strategic Studies hereby announces its complete withdrawal from Madaniya Platform and the suspension of all forms of membership, participation, or coordination with it. This decision is taken in light of the Platform’s repeated straying from the core principles of civil and human rights work, and its adoption of positions and statements that have...
Strong Condemnation and Urgent Appeal for Immediate Intervention to Halt the Targeting and Siege of Khaled Fajr Hospital in Sheikh Maqsoud – Aleppo
We, the undersigned civil society organizations, hold the Syrian Transitional Government fully responsible for the ongoing and direct targeting of Khaled Fajr Hospital—the sole medical facility providing healthcare services in the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood of Aleppo—and for the complete siege imposed on the hospital.Dozens of civilians, including women, children, and elderly persons, as well as wounded and injured patients, are currently trapped inside the facility under extremely harsh humanitarian conditions...
Communiqué Syrian Humanitarian Action & Recovery Conference Local solutions for lasting impact
The Civil Society Organizations Platform in North and East Syria (NGO Platform) participated in the Humanitarian Work and Recovery Conference for Syria, which brought together more than 150 representatives of Syrian civil society organizations over the course of three days. Participants discussed the current challenges related to humanitarian assistance and reconstruction, and jointly developed practical recommendations directed to decision-makers. The conference outcomes have been documented in a joint statement, which...
Conclusion of the Humanitarian Action and Recovery Conference for Syria
The Conference on Humanitarian Action and Recovery for Syria concluded its sessions between 1 and 3 December, with wide participation from local and international organizations. The Civil Society Organizations Platform in North and East Syria (NES NGO Platform) took part in organizing the conference, with support from its international partners: HELP, ICVA, and Syria Localisation Lab. The NES NGO Platform, represented by its coordinator Ronaz Alali, participated as a member...
A Joint Stance on the Need for Responsible Civil Discourse in Light of the Statement Issued by “Madaniya” about Northeast Syria
As the Syrian context grows increasingly fragile and societal divisions persist, the responsibility borne by civil actors becomes ever more significant. In such a critical moment, a principled civil stance is essential to safeguarding social peace, advancing justice, and preventing any slide toward hate or the resurgence of conflict. From this perspective, the undersigned organizations have closely followed the recent statement issued by the “Madaniya” Network on November 27, 2025,...
Articles
A couple of discussion sessions on the interruption of educational attainment for youths Youth community participation–volunteer work at ASO office Amuda
2023-04-11
The Chaos of Governance Structures Within the Autonomous-Administration
2021-10-20
Activities
Completion of the 10th Round of the Women’s Empowerment Program – Computer Basics and Life Skills at the Qamishli Office
2025-10-13
ASO's office in Qamishli has concluded the eighth round Training of the Women's Empowerment Program – Computer Basics and Life Skills
2025-06-15
ASO Continues Implementing the "Women's Empowerment" Program with Support from TOK
2025-03-28
Our Rights, Your Responsibility
2024-07-17
Urgent Appeal to Protect Civilians and Prevent Escalation Issued by Civil Society Organizations Operating in Northeast Syria to Members of the International Coalition against ISIS, including the United States, the European Union, and Arab States
We are writing to you from Kobani and al-Hasakah, amid escalating fear and a rapidly deteriorating security and humanitarian environment. Despite the declared ceasefire, the...
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Withdrawal Statement
Issued by ASO Center for Consultancy and Strategic Studies, from Madaniya Platform ASO Center for Consultancy and Strategic Studies hereby announces its complete withdrawal from...
Read more
Strong Condemnation and Urgent Appeal for Immediate Intervention to Halt the Targeting and Siege of Khaled Fajr Hospital in Sheikh Maqsoud – Aleppo
We, the undersigned civil society organizations, hold the Syrian Transitional Government fully responsible for the ongoing and direct targeting of Khaled Fajr Hospital—the sole medical...
Read more