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Forced Migration and Safe Return: Lecture at the University of Manchester

Tuesday, 24/03/2026

On 23 March, our Charity Manager, Dr Haytham Alhamwi, delivered a guest lecture at the University of Manchester’s Sociology Department titled “Forced Migration and Conditions for Safe Return: The Syrian Case.” The session brought together students and academic staff to explore the complex realities of displacement, using Syria as a case study to better understand the dynamic

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Football Watch Party

Monday, 19/01/2026

On Sunday 18 January, Rethink Rebuild Society hosted a football watch party for the Africa Cup of Nations Final, featuring Morocco vs Senegal.

The event welcomed members of the public and brought together football fans to enjoy the match in a lovely and lively atmosphere.

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Holiday Community Games Events

Friday, 02/01/2026

Over the holiday season, Rethink Rebuild Society hosted a series of community games events, bringing people together in a fun and welcoming space. The atmosphere was brilliant, with plenty of laughter and connection throughout. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the events such a great success.

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Statement: UK Syrians Commemorate a Year of Liberation

Monday, 08/12/2025

Syrian communities across the UK commemorate one year since Syria’s liberation from Bashar Assad’s rule. On 8 December 2024, Assad was ousted following an eleven-day military offensive that brought an end to more than fifty years of authoritarian rule under the Assad family — first Hafez Assad (1973–2000) and then his son Bashar Assad (2000–2024).

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