2,000 Trees to Be Planted Along Damascus–Aleppo Highway
Maarrat al-Numan, June 2025
Planting Seeds of Hope
In an inspiring demonstration of solidarity and hope, Syrian civil society organisations have launched the “A Tree for Syria” initiative, targeting the planting of 2,000 trees along the Damascus–Aleppo highway near Maarrat al-Numan. This marks the first step in a broader national campaign to plant two million trees countrywide.
Key Organisations Participating:
- Violet Organization
- Taaluf Humanitaire International Organization
- Sedad Humanitarian Organization
- Impact Makers Network
- Rural Development Association
- Manarat Al-Hayat Association
Reviving Nature and Community
The campaign seeks to:
- Restore vegetation cover in areas ravaged by conflict, fire, and desertification
- Improve air quality and food security
- Support environmental and social stability
Organisers emphasise:
“Agriculture is a message of life. Rebuilding Syria starts by planting hope before rebuilding infrastructure.”
The initiative has received strong support from local communities and volunteers, with growing calls to expand into other provinces.
Author:
Ahmed Mowas, IHRC Press Journalist
1. “A beautiful initiative! Planting trees brings hope and a greener future for Syria.”
2. “Solidarity in action! Wishing the ‘A Tree for Syria’ initiative all the best.”
3. “Rebuilding Syria, one tree at a time. Kudos to the organizers!”
4. “A message of life indeed! Agriculture and hope go hand-in-hand.”
5. “Inspiring to see communities coming together for environmental and social stability.”