Overview
On 26 April 2026, Advancing Civil Society - GLOCA participated in the third physical workshop in Aleppo to discuss and develop NGO Law No. 93 of 1952, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor and the Directorate of Social Affairs and Labor in Aleppo. The workshop was facilitated by Wasim Alhaj, with the participation of 15 representatives from NGOs and relevant stakeholders from Aleppo and Idleb.

Workshop Focus
The workshop focused on reviewing the current legal framework governing the work of non-governmental organizations and discussing practical proposals to update the law in line with current humanitarian, developmental, and civic needs in Syria.

Key Themes

• Reviewing and assessing NGO Law No. 93 of 1952.

• Evaluating the current legal framework for NGO work.

• Discussing legal and administrative challenges facing organizations.

• Developing proposals to modernize civil society legislation.

• Strengthening coordination between government bodies and NGOs.

• Building a more enabling, flexible, and effective legal environment for civil society.

Key Outputs
The workshop produced a set of proposals and recommendations to support the development of NGO legislation. It also documented the views of organizations from Aleppo and Idleb, identified key legal and administrative challenges, and contributed to shaping initial ideas for legal amendments that support the sustainability and effectiveness of civil society work.

Impact
The workshop strengthened institutional dialogue between government bodies and NGOs and reinforced the importance of participatory lawmaking based on field experience, transparency, and practical needs. It also contributed to building common ground for a more balanced legal framework that regulates and enables civil society work in Syria.

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