Syrian Future Movement (SFM) and Urban Development
Syrian urban areas have undergone significant destruction, and statistics still fall short of revealing the true extent. Thus, at the Syrian Future Movement (SFM), we place great importance on “rebuilding what was destroyed and rectifying what was sabotaged in provinces, cities, and villages, particularly regarding the repair and restoration of infrastructure networks.”
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) aims to change the devastated reality in Syria by innovating better living conditions for future Syrian generations, addressing all challenges of urbanization in Syrian cities and villages.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) sees the necessity to start by setting plans focusing on urban and housing planning and infrastructure in general, advocating for construction and urban development to be based on well-studied plans and foundations, not randomly!
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM)’s interest in urban development aims to enhance social cohesion within Syria, and for urban development to strengthen its capacity for social integration.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) focuses on the geographic redistribution of the population in accordance with both the quantity and quality of human resources, considering attracting populations, especially skilled and capable individuals, to less densely populated but resource-rich provinces as a realistic solution, provided there is proper coordination and guidance.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) emphasizes the importance of investing in vital projects that the private sector is reluctant to invest in, necessitating state involvement in a studied manner, and linking it to national security.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) places great importance on the participation of local communities as part of the planning and implementation process, ensuring they have a voice in determining priorities and projects that benefit them.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) sees the necessity to focus on achieving social justice in the urban development process.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) considers enhancing the network of roads and transportation means as a national strategic goal, relevant to the movement of citizens and enhancing state capabilities and public care.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) stresses the importance of transparency and accountability in urban development, by establishing mechanisms for accountability that ensure the effective and appropriate use of funds and resources, away from waste and theft.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) emphasizes the need to allow future Syrian generations, individuals with physical and mental disabilities “people of determination”, and low-income individuals across the Syrian map, as well as other vulnerable groups, to enjoy equal rights and access to public services and livelihood opportunities, in a fair and dignified manner.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) aims to combat the climate crisis, create more inclusive urban spaces, and contribute to technological innovation in climate action.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) strives to have Syria included in UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network, using creativity as the basis for urban development in Syria, and reviving the fields of arts, music, traditional crafts, and other handiworks.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) is keen on making Syrian culture a fundamental, not secondary, pillar in the urban development strategy.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) believes in the role of technology and youth in building sustainable urban development by increasing awareness of how to use digital innovations to provide urban services and improve life quality, showcasing modern technologies that aid in creating more inclusive urban development.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) gives great importance to renewable energy, focusing on exploring sufficient opportunities for its adoption and generation in Syria.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) adopts a human-centric urban development approach, humanizing cities in the face of population growth, demographic changes, and the increasing risks of climate disasters.
The Syrian Future Movement (SFM) believes that the ultimate goal of urban development is to build a more stable and resilient Syria, capable of meeting the needs of all its citizens.
