A Queer Map of Tyranny, Revolution, and Exile: Why Should Read Salamlik
In the vast Syrian library, brimming with narratives of war, displacement, and authoritarianism, one rarely encounters a literary work that acts as a mirror—one that transports us through time and space from a different vantage point. But what if that mirror were queer? In that case, there are perhaps only a handful of such works. […]
In search of Recognition: Queer Projections on Social Justice in Syria
to opportunity—free from discrimination or exclusion based on race, creed, or sex—ends abruptly when the concept is approached from a queer perspective. This lens inherently threatens the patriarchal power structures embedded within society. When discussing the application of social justice, one often turns to the principles established by British Professor David Miller, detailed in his […]
Guardians of Equality Movement (GEM) in the Oslo Pride 2025
Canada and Norway for Syria 🇳🇴🇨🇦🇸🇾🏳️🌈 From June 20 to 28, 2025, GEM went to the Oslo Pride, not just to celebrate but to influence and advocate for the promotion of the Syrian LGBTQIA+ communities.Oslo Pride was a very busy and meaningful schedule for GEM, where we met with diplomats, high-level government officials, embassies, and […]
The Evolution of Media Representing Syria’s LGBTQIA+ Community
In Syria, silence has never simply been a personal choice, it was a state-imposed cultural and media policy. For decades, queer Syrians were rendered invisible: ignored by the press, criminalized by the authorities, and avoided by society. But that long-standing silence began to crack with the rise of digital spaces, and a new generation emerged, […]
Mob Bullying: Tens of Young Men Harass a Transgender Woman in Damascus
Over the past two days, a video showing tens of young men in Damascus, Syria, chasing and swarming a transgender woman has been circulating widely on social media. The incident took place less than a week ago in one of Damascus’s well-known parks. It has sparked outrage among some segments of Syrian society due to […]
As-Suwayda Under Fire: Escalating Humanitarian Crisis and Human Rights Implications for the Most Vulnerable
Issued by: Guardians of Equality Movement – For Social and civil rights of the Syrian LGBTQIA+ Community in the Face of Conflict and Crisis Date of Issue: July 20, 2025 Introduction and General Context Since July 13, 2025, As-Suwayda governorate in southern Syria has entered an unprecedented phase of security escalation following violent clashes between […]
Syrian and Turkish Wildfires: An Environmental Catastrophe Deepening Social Vulnerability
Issued by: Guardians of Equality Movement (GEM), for Environmental and Social Justice for the LGBTQIA+ Community in SyriaDate: July 5, 2025 1. Introduction and Context While both Syria and Turkey are attempting to recover from successive disasters most notably the February 2023 earthquake that left thousands dead, injured, and displaced, and caused massive destruction to […]
LGBTQIA+ individuals in Syria after the fall of the Assad regime
Executive Summary: The challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in Syria surpass those encountered by this community in other countries. Wars and conflicts have led to increased violence, repressive legislation, and social stigma. Therefore, empowerment projects play a vital role in supporting these individuals by aiming to improve their financial, professional, and educational status, enhance psychological […]
Syrian coast crisis: displacement continues despite war’s end.
The repercussions of the escalation on the Syrian coast are still ongoing. Earlier this month, the region witnessed military clashes marked by severe violations against civilians. The violence erupted on March 5 when remnants of the former regime launched attacks against internal security forces of the current Syrian government in Latakia and Tartus. The situation […]
On Women’s Day: How LGBTQIA+ and Women’s Struggles Intersect in Syria
There are unmistakable threads connecting us! The struggle is against a system that forces everyone to be a copy of the same mold—a system that fears our departure from the norms of “hegemonic masculinity” or “submissive femininity.” Just as women fight not to be reduced to a body or a narrow social role, LGBTQIA+ individuals […]
