Syrian artists fight for a ‘free space of creation’ post-Assad
In post-Assad Syria, many artists are experiencing a freedom of expression they have never known, one they are determined to hold on to.
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03, 2025
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08, 2024
Tannour making in Hasakah: Heritage flourishes during crisis
In Hasakah, the tradition of making tannours is holding strong after years of war and bread crises increased demand for the traditional, wood-fired clay ovens used to bake at home.
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04, 2024
In Egypt’s ‘Little Syria,’ a golden age dims
Egypt is home to 1.5 million Syrians, thousands of whom have opened successful businesses in the country. Many consider Egypt a safe haven compared to other states in the region, where anti-refugee sentiments are on the rise. However, amid a worsening economic crisis, this golden age may be nearing its end.
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08, 2023
Syria online: Digital archives reconnect a generation scattered by war
Digital archives are preserving crowdsourced testimonies of war and creating spaces where Syrians at home and in the diaspora can piece back together their history, shared culture and lived experiences.
