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Our history

A community presence since 1930

Syriac Youth Association was founded in Damascus in 1930. The timeline below records the association’s journey from its establishment through its continuing work.

Black and white 1933 group portrait of thirteen association members wearing sashes, beside the association banner
Archive photograph of the association’s members in Damascus, 1933, with the members named on the original print.

Timeline

Chapters of our history

From its establishment in 1930, the association has grown through culture, language, youth work and community service.

  1. 1930 — Establishment in Damascus

  2. Early cultural activities

  3. Music and folklore

  4. Community gatherings

  5. Youth and sports activities

  6. Language education

  7. Seasonal bazaars

  8. Social and humanitarian initiatives

  9. Organisational renewal

  10. Expansion of development work