Syriac Youth Association · Damascus, Syria
Rooted in heritage. Powered by youth. Serving the community.
Since 1930, Syriac Youth Association has formed part of the social and cultural life of the Syriac community in Damascus — bringing people together through language, heritage, youth participation, community activities and service.
Four dimensions
One institution, four fields of community life
Heritage and Language
Preserving Syriac language, cultural memory, music, traditions and identity for future generations.
Read moreYouth and Community
Creating opportunities for young people to participate, volunteer, learn, connect and contribute.
Read moreCulture and Events
Bringing the community together through courses, gatherings, celebrations, bazaars and cultural activities.
Read moreDevelopment and Solidarity
Developing partnerships and practical initiatives that respond to social and humanitarian needs.
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Our story
A community presence across generations
The association has a long-standing presence in Damascus and has contributed to the cultural, social and community life of the Syriac community — through language, gatherings, celebrations, youth activity and mutual support.
Founded in Damascus in 1930, the association continues its community mission across generations.
Explore our historyFeatured activities
Activity areas of the association
Activity types documented publicly or historically. Each entry carries a status; historic activities are not presented as currently active.
Syriac-language courses
Language-learning initiatives supported by the association in cooperation with community institutions.
Cultural and folklore gatherings
Gatherings celebrating Syriac music, dance and cultural memory.
Community celebrations
Seasonal and family occasions that bring generations together.
Charitable and seasonal bazaars
Community markets giving space to small producers and family enterprises.
Youth and recreational activities
Sports, games and social activities organised for young members.
Community excursions
Outings and visits organised for families and young participants.
Development partnerships
Cooperation with institutions on community development initiatives.
Humanitarian family support
Practical assistance initiatives for households in need.
Upcoming events
Community calendar
New activities will be announced soon.
The events module supports titles, bilingual descriptions, date and time, venue, registration status, capacity, organiser, partner, category, registration and add-to-calendar.
Heritage and language
Language is how a community remembers
The association has supported cultural activities including Syriac-language learning initiatives, organised in cooperation with the Patriarchal Vicariate of the Archdiocese of Damascus.
Syriac-language learning runs in cycles through the year, taught in cooperation with the Patriarchal Vicariate of the Archdiocese of Damascus.
Heritage & languageAreas of cultural work
- Syriac language
- Cultural memory
- Music and folklore
- Community traditions
- Historical archive
- Intergenerational learning
Community bazaars
More than fundraising
Bazaars can support small producers, provide space for food and handicraft exhibitors, encourage women-led and family enterprises, strengthen community connections, celebrate seasonal occasions and generate support for community activities.
Christmas and New Year charity bazaar, December 2025
Independently documented by the Middle East Council of Churches and SyriacPress. Exhibitor and revenue figures are not published.
From our archive
Life of the association
Photographs supplied by the association: language courses, meetings, ceremonies, lectures and community outings.
Latest from our community
Verified updates and coverage
Each card summarises a publicly reported item and links to its original source. Nothing here is generated automatically.
Christmas and New Year charity bazaar inaugurated
Syriac Orthodox Patriarch Mor Ignatius Aphrem II inaugurated the association's Christmas and New Year charity bazaar in Damascus. The bazaar ran for four days with numerous exhibitors.
View original postSource: SyriacPress
Middle East Council of Churches coverage
MECC reported the inauguration of the bazaar held by the Syriac Youth Association (Syriac Club) in Damascus, in the presence of patriarchal archbishops.
View original postSource: MECC
Association revitalises its work after licensing
The association reported that it is revitalising its work after being granted a licence to operate throughout Syria, with a focus on small projects supporting women without breadwinners and orphaned children.
View original postSource: SyriacPress
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Latest news
News and media
A bilingual newsroom covering the association's classes, ceremonies, bazaars and community campaigns.
Partnerships
Strong communities are built through partnership.
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