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ADVOCATING FOR ALAWITES

DIGNITY FOR ALL

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Our mission is to advocate for the protection, dignity, and rights of the Alawite Syrian ethno-religious minority community by raising awareness of their plight, combating persecution, and promoting policies that uphold justice and human dignity.

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We are dedicated to raising awareness about the challenges faced by the Alawite community and the need for international support to address their unique concerns and vulnerabilities.

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EVENTS

The Syrian American Conference for Democracy
Washington
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May 12, 2025, 8:00 AM – May 13, 2025, 4:00 PM
Washington, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Join us for an inspiring event that celebrates unity, progress, and the power of diversity. Explore thought-provoking discussions, connect with leaders, and contribute to shaping a brighter future.
AAUS Congressional Briefing
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The Alawites Association of the United States invites congressional staff, policymakers, and human rights advocates to an urgent online briefing on the escalating atrocities facing the Syrian Alawite minority.
IRF Secretariat Roundtable Briefing
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Feb 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:05 AM
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The Alawites Association of the United States will conduct a coalition briefing at the IRF Secretariat Roundtable to shed light on the challenges facing Alawite communities globally.
AAUS Advocacy Fly-In
Washington
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Feb 05, 2025, 7:00 PM
Washington, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Join the Alawites Association of the United States for a pivotal Advocacy Fly-In to Washington, D.C., where community leaders and advocates will engage with policymakers to raise awareness about the challenges facing Alawite communities.

Impact in Numbers

2025

AAUS

501c4

Establishment

Global

Supporters

Engaged

10+

Policy Recommendations Made

COMMUNITY VOICES

UN Human Rights Office, OHCR, has urged restraint in Syria, amid reports that some individuals from the country’s Alawite community and other minority groups have been targeted and killed. Speaking in Geneva, OHCHR spokesperson Liz Throssell said that the Office was aware of reports and videos allegedly showing the killing of Alawite men in Homs and other Syrian cities since the overthrow of the Assad regime, which had a decades-long affiliation with Alawism – a branch of Shia Islam “We are aware of the reports and obviously our colleagues are working to corroborate. We know that the authorities have issued a statement calling on all to avoid retaliation,” Ms. Throssell added.

UN OHCHR Spokesperson Liz Throssell

Jan 7, 2025