On Wednesday 22 July, we were delighted to host the launch of "The Book of Damascus", in partnership with Comma Press, bringing people together for an evening of literature, reflection and meaningful conversation.
We are incredibly proud to announce that Syria won the Inner City World Cup 2026 in Manchester on Sunday 28th June.
A huge congratulations to our amazing players for their hard work, determination, and teamwork throughout the tournament. A huge thank you to the organisers @lovefootball for hosting such a fantastic event.
On Saturday 27th June, Rethink Rebuild Society hosted an inspiring event exploring the lived realities and remarkable resilience of Al Za’atari refugee camp. The afternoon brought together discussion, culture, and live Syrian music to highlight the strength and creativity of the communities living under extraordinary circumstances.
Following the efforts and appeals made in the wake of the Action Alert campaign, the Syrian British Consortium (SBC) & Rethink Rebuild Society (RR) held a meeting on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, with Alex Norris, Minister of State for Border Security and Asylum at the UK Home Office, to discuss issues relating to the situation of Syrian refugees in the United Kingdom, foremost
From Friday 19th to Sunday 21st June. Rethink Rebuild Society organised its annual camping trip for men and their children. Set in the beautiful Wrekin forest near Telford, the weekend offered a wonderful chance to relax, connect, and enjoy the great outdoors together.
On Sunday 31st May, Rethink Rebuild Society hosted its annual Eid Al-Adha party at the Bowler's Exhibition Centre, bringing together families and community members for an afternoon celebrating Syrian and Levantine culture through traditional music, food, cultural displays and family-friendly activities.
On the 20th of May, Rethink Rebuild Society manager Dr Haytham Alhamwi attended a discussion session facilitated by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, with the Syrian Minister of Education, Dr Mohammad Abdulrahman Tarko, and the Syrian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr Marwan Al-Halabi.
Rethink Rebuild Society was deeply honoured to have our Director, Haytham Alhamwi, attend the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace yesterday alongside his colleague, Dr Moustafa Alkhalaf.
On Monday 23 April, Rethink Rebuild Society’s Manager, Dr Haytham Alhamwi, was invited to speak at The University of Manchester as part of a panel discussion for the Migration and Development module.
Rethink Rebuild Society participated in an interfaith dialogue, “The Far Right and the Role of the Churches: Interfaith Dialogue for Transformational Change,” held in Manchester on Monday 30 March.