Syrian Business Forum

Initiatives

Five initiatives and 24 programs spanning development, governance, response, empowerment, and business.

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Development Action

Forum Initiative for Development Action

The Forum supports long-term development and recovery by developing infrastructure, facilities, sectors and essential services, and implementing projects that improve quality of life and promote sustainable economic and social development.

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Governance and Projects

Forum Initiative for Governance and Projects

The Forum helps strengthen governance and institutional efficiency in government and nonprofit institutions, and supports the development of strategic initiatives and projects that help organise sectors, improve information management and advance development and reconstruction priorities in Syria.

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Emergency Response and Relief

Forum Initiative for Emergency Response and Relief

The Forum contributes to a rapid, effective response to the urgent humanitarian and social needs of groups and communities affected by crises and disasters, through direct, targeted interventions that meet basic needs, strengthen protection and support early recovery.

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Empowerment

Forum Initiative for Empowerment

The Forum empowers individuals and enterprises by developing skills, expanding employment and income opportunities, and supporting entrepreneurship and the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises, strengthening self-reliance and economic participation and contributing to a productive, sustainable economy.

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Business

Forum Initiative for Business

The Forum strengthens its role as a platform for business, investment and partnerships by developing the Syrian business community, connecting businesspeople and investors with economic and development opportunities, expanding its partnership network and enhancing its presence locally, regionally and internationally.

Archive photographs are thematic illustrations, not evidence of the listed programs’ implementation.