About Us
Our Society
Mission Statement
Our Society, 'The Syrian Society in Britain', was launched in December 2008. However, in response to concerns expressed by the Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic, and as an expression of our good will and our desire to maintain our excellent relationship with the Syrain Embassy and all other Syrian organizations and associations, we agreed to change our Society's name to:
Syrian Friends in Britain is a non-profit, non-political, non-denominational organization, established to act as a forum for all those of Syrian descent and their families, residing in Britain.
The primary objective of the Society is to enhance ties amongst members of the Syrian Community in Britain. The Society will work tirelessly to protect the interest of our Community, and to enhance our cultural and social standing within the local communities.
Syrian Friends in Britain (SFiB) is a Company Limited by Guarantee and not having a share capital. It is registered in Companies House, and its Registration Number is 06790092.
Our aims and objectives include:
1. To enhance active links amongst members of the Syrian Community in Britain.
2. To promote Syrian culture and Syrian social values amongst members of the Syrian Community in Britain, concentrating on the younger generation of Syrians, particularly those born or brought up in Britain.
3. To organize and deliver cultural and social events and activities for the Syrian Community in Britain.
4. To facilitate and support academic and cultural activities undertaken by individuals, Syrian or otherwise, who are interested in Syria, its People, its culture, and its heritage.
5. To establish and promote links between local Communities and the Syrian Community in Britain, to further advance the positive outlook of Syria and its People.
6. To facilitate and promote ties and joint activities with other Syrian Associations and Societies in the United Kingdom, and to contribute to the creation of a forum that encompasses all these organisations.