New Syrian Women’s Political Movement hopes to bring a feminist approach to peace and transition

The alleged recent use of chemical weapons by the Syrian regime in Douma and the military action taken by the US, France and the UK in response underscore – again – the need for Syrians to make urgent progress on agreeing an inclusive political settlement that will address the underlying grievances of the conflict as well as address the international crimes and human rights violations that have occurred during the conflict. Against the backdrop of continuing violations and crimes of international law, Bela Kapur sees small glimmers of new hope and opportunity in the Syrian Women’s Political Movement.