Kongra Star
Bio:
Kongra Star is a confederal and democratic women’s movement and organization. Founded in 2005 in Rojava, it is now organized in North and East Syria, and throughout Syria. The Kongra Star women’s movement has played a leading role in the women’s revolution since it began in 2012. Its goals include the development of a free Rojava, a democratic Syria, and a democratic Middle East, based on the fundamental principles of democracy, ecology, and women’s liberation. Organized in committees and councils, Kongra Star struggles against all forms and manifestations of patriarchy and misogyny and works for the peaceful coexistence and democratic participation of different ethnic and religious communities in social, political, and cultural life.
Not only does Turkey’s recent offensive endanger civilians and critical infrastructure and facilities, but it also threatens the achievements—and very survival—of the women’s revolution that has been taking place there for over a decade.
