When: May 20 2026
Time: 10:00–11:30 AM EDT | 5:00–6:30 PM Damascus | 4:00–5:30 PM CET
Where: Online (via Zoom). Register here. 
Languages: English and Arabic.

Voices for Change continues its series for this year bringing together diverse perspectives for meaningful dialogue and collective action.

As Syria navigates a critical period of transition, the question of how peace is built — and who helps build it — has never been more urgent.

In the second chapter of Voices for Change, we turn our attention to an often overlooked but essential actor in shaping peaceful and resilient societies: the private sector.

Under the theme “Peace is Good Business,” this conversation will explore how businesses, civil society, and public institutions can work together to support sustainable peace, economic recovery, and inclusive transition in Syria.

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Scilla Elworthy and Thanaa Al Basha for a conversation exploring the relationship between business, peacebuilding, and inclusive transition. Bringing together global peacebuilding experience and Syrian private sector leadership, the discussion will examine how economic actors can contribute to sustainable peace and recovery.

Together, the discussion will explore:

• What businesses can learn from peacebuilders
• Why peace and prosperity are deeply interconnected
• How companies can contribute to social cohesion and recovery
• The role of ethical leadership in times of transition

The Voices for Change Team looks forward to welcoming you to this important conversation.