Meet the 5 Syrian Women You Should Follow Right Now

They're straight-up redefining resistance and advocacy.

  Religion   Jan 4, 2025   0  Add to Reading List
Meet the 5 Syrian Women You Should Follow Right Now

In the ongoing fight for Syria’s future, a fierce collective of Syrian women are rewriting the playbook. From digital spaces to the frontlines, these trailblazers are breaking boundaries, amplifying voices that have long been silenced, reshaping the narrative, and making history at this present moment. Here are the top five must-follow Syrian women advocates you absolutely need to know about.

Trust us, they’re making waves in ways you won’t want to miss.

1. Joumana Seif

Joumana Seif (@SeifJoumana via X) is a force. A founding member of the Syrian Women’s Network, she’s been fighting for women’s voices to be front and center in the peace talks that have shaped Syria’s future.

After leaving the country in 2012, she didn’t just sit back; she rolled up her sleeves and got to work, pushing for women’s inclusion in both peace negotiations and the drafting of a new constitution.

2. Zaina Erhaim

Zaina (@ZainaErhaim via X) is a powerhouse of journalism and gender advocacy. With an impressive career as a communications/media consultant for international organizations across the Middle East and North Africa, she’s made waves for her work in human rights and media.

Oh, and did we mention that she was named one of the 100 Most Powerful Arab Women in 2016 by Arabian Business, as well as one of Reuters Thomson’s Unsung Heroes that same year? Talk about making an impact!

3. Leila Al-Shami

Leila Al-Shami (@LeilaAlShami via X) is a leading voice in the discourse on Syria’s revolution and the ongoing war, bringing profound expertise and passion to her work. Co-author of “Burning Country: Syrians in Revolution and War,” she has deep knowledge of grassroots movements and the intersections of struggle in Syria.

As a co-founder of From The Periphery (FTP) Media Collective and co-host of “The Fire These Times,” she elevates marginalized voices and provides critical analysis on resistance movements and their global implications. Leila’s roots trace back to Tahrir-ICN, a network that unites anti-authoritarian struggles across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

4. Wafa Ali Mustafa

Wafa Mustafa (@WafaMustafa9 via X) is an unyielding force in the fight for justice, leading the charge to expose the staggering number of Syrians forcibly disappeared by the Assad regime. Among those missing is her own father, Ali Mustafa, who was arrested in 2013 and has not been heard from since.

At just 23 years old when her father was taken, Wafa’s life was irrevocably altered, and she has spent nearly a decade since in pursuit of answers and accountability. Now 34, Wafa’s activism is deeply personal. Through her advocacy, Wafa honors her father’s memory and the countless others who remain lost in the fight for a free Syria.

5. Sara Kassim

Sara Kassim (@sarakasim98 via X) is a dedicated correspondent at SY+ and a passionate advocate for uncovering the stories of Syria’s ongoing crisis. With a sharp eye for investigative reporting and a commitment to truth, she’s been at the forefront of documenting the realities on the ground in Syria, focusing on human rights and the profound impact of the war on Syrian civilians.

Through her work, Sara provides a much-needed platform for voices that are often silenced, shining a light on the lives disrupted by conflict and the resilience of those still fighting for justice and freedom. Her fearless approach to journalism makes her a key figure in bringing the complexities of Syria’s struggle to the world stage.

Stay connected with the stories, activism, and voices that are shaping the future of Syria and beyond. Follow Muslim Girl on all socials for the latest updates, powerful stories, and ways to get involved in amplifying the voices of Syrian women.

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