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Local governance is crucial for peace and stability in fragile, conflict-affected settings, bridging communities and state institutions. It fosters trust, accountability, and service delivery, especially when national governance is weakened. The Knowledge4Peace (K4P) project, launching in late 2024, emphasizes empowering local governments to support resilience and stability, guided by the UNDP’s framework. Key focus areas include decentralization, skill-building for local officials, and conflict resolution. By promoting inclusive decision-making, particularly for marginalized groups like women and youth, and aligning with international best practices, K4P aims to create resilient local institutions that ensure sustainable peace and development
The 1740 mansion of Hama’s governor, Assaad Pasha al-Azem, serves as a historical symbol of local governance and authority, reflecting Syria’s Ottoman administrative legacy.
In late 2010, the self-immolation of Mohamed Bouazizi in Tunisia sparked a wave of protests across the Arab world, igniting what is now referred to as the Arab Spring. The movement spread swiftly, as people in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Yemen, Syria, and later Sudan and Algeria called for political and social reform. Even countries with limited unrest, such as Jordan and Morocco, felt the effects. However, despite their passion for change…
Al-Tahrir Square, 2013
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