Overview
On 31 May 2025, Advancing Civil Society - GLOCA held a physical discussion session in Aleppo titled “Transitional Justice in Syria: Multiple Perspectives and Victims’ Participation in Building the Future.” The session was delivered and facilitated by Hussam Al-Shahna, with the participation of 25 participants.

Session Focus
The session addressed transitional justice in the Syrian context from social, political, and legal perspectives, with a particular focus on the role of victims as central actors in any future justice process. It opened space for discussing concerns related to fairness, recognition, participation, and guarantees of non-discrimination.

Key Themes

• The concept of transitional justice and its different interpretations.

• Judicial, social, and political perspectives on justice in Syria.

• The role of victims in shaping transitional justice processes.

• Victims’ concerns regarding exclusion, discrimination, and lack of redress.

• Priorities and mechanisms for achieving justice.

• Challenges and opportunities for justice, accountability, and reconciliation.

• Practical recommendations for inclusive and sustainable justice pathways.

Key Outputs
Participants developed a clearer understanding of the diversity of views surrounding transitional justice in Syria. The discussion also helped identify victims’ main concerns and needs, document areas of agreement and difference, and propose practical ideas to strengthen victims’ participation in future justice processes.

Impact
The session contributed to promoting a victim-centered approach to transitional justice and strengthened dialogue among civil society actors, legal experts, and affected communities on justice, accountability, and Syria’s future recovery.

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