About Tukhum Institute
Tukhum Institute for Syria-Israel Affairs is a Syrian-led think tank aimed at the promotion of diplomatic and geopolitical transparency. We do this by creating a public, civil, and strategic space where Syrians and non-Syrians can critically reflect on, prepare, and enact post-conflict regional futures without fear or manipulation. Indeed, we believe that state secrecy and shadow negotiations with Israel have historically served authoritarian regimes and geopolitical agendas rather than ordinary Syrian citizens.
The border fence separating the Israeli and Syrian regions of the Golan Heights, July 19, 2017. (AFP/MENAHEM KAHANA)
Our Programs
From research to reconciliation — our programs equip Syrians to engage critically, collaboratively, and strategically with the region’s past, present, and future.
Strategic Research and Analysis
we operate as an independent think tank producing analysis on affairs pertaining to Syria and Israel.
Narrative and Memory Work
we aim to critically unpack political histories and create spaces for collaboration across borders.
Dialogue Facilitation
we act as a platform for conflict-sensitive civil society engagement.
Joint Civic Engagement
we support shared civil society projects on a diversity of common issues in the region.
Capacity Building and Foresight
we empower ordinary Syrians to plan and lead future-oriented regional initiatives.
Religious Engagement
we engage religious voices and institutions in fostering mutual understanding and cooperation across lines of faith.
Track II Diplomacy
we work on people-to-people diplomacy, including dialogues between academics, state and former officials, activists, humanitarian actors, and community leaders.