Country | Syrian Arab Republic |
Year | 2008 |
Type of Measure | Prevention > Awareness-raising /Campaigns |
Form of Violence | Other harmful practices |
In 2008, the first national meeting on honour crimes was held under the supervision of the Syrian Commission for Family Affairs and attended by ministers and governors, the General Mufti of the Republic, prominent Muslim and Christian leaders of opinion, representatives of religious sects, members of the People's Assembly, representatives of official bodies and grass-roots organizations, and judges and scholars. Issues relating to honour crimes were discussed over three days and important recommendations were produced and submitted to various executive and legislative authorities.