The Suwyda Diaspora Network is an independent, voluntary network bringing together registered diaspora associations and individual activists from across Europe. Established in 2024 through collaborative consultations among key Druze expatriate organizations, it serves as a neutral platform for coordination and information sharing to support humanitarian and civic efforts benefiting communities in Sweida and the wider Syrian Druze population, which is recognised as a religious and cultural minority

The Network operates through a Coordination Committee composed of representatives from each participating association and supported by independent activists offering expertise in humanitarian and civic fields. This structure facilitates inclusive decision-making and ensures a collaborative approach in line with international humanitarian principles.

While designed as a long-term platform for strengthening community resilience and development, the Network also responds to humanitarian emergencies by documenting urgent needs, raising awareness among international partners, and supporting coordination efforts to ensure assistance reaches those most in need

The Network does not engage in political activities, nor does it manage or distribute financial resources. Its work is entirely volunteer-driven, focusing on fostering partnerships, sharing best practices, and amplifying the voices of affected communities in a neutral and constructive manner.

The Coordination Committee of the Suwayda Diaspora Network is a voluntary initiative that brings together registered associations of the Syrian Druze diaspora, alongside independent activists from across Europe. The committee was established in 2024 following informal consultations among these groups, with the aim of creating a neutral humanitarian platform to coordinate relief efforts in response to the humanitarian needs of Suwayda Governorate. The committee serves as a bridge between associations and humanitarian initiatives, facilitating coordination, exchanging expertise and best practices, and empowering local initiatives that strive to ensure the essentials of dignified living and to strengthen the resilience of the Suwayda community in all its components. The committee’s structure consists of one representative from each participating association, in addition to contributions from individual activists who share their expertise in humanitarian and civic fields. Its work is overseen by a small coordinating council that operates on a voluntary basis.

The Network is dedicated to promoting the well-being, rights, and long-term resilience of the Syrian Druze community through the following activities Coordinating and supporting humanitarian, civic, public affairs, and rights-based initiatives Undertaking advocacy and constructive engagement with policymakers across Europe to raise awareness and influence policies affecting the Druze community in Syria Amplifying the voices and concerns of affected communities to decision-makers, media outlets, and international partners Monitoring, documenting, and responding to urgent humanitarian needs Fostering collaboration among diaspora groups to strengthen their collective impact both in Europe and on the ground in Syria While grounded in long-term community development, the Network also maintains the capacity to respond swiftly in times of crisis to ensure assistance reaches those in greatest need